Bike Industry Excess? Chris King’s $150 Espresso Tamper Says Yes
Chris King’s $150 espresso tamper brings the same precision as their bike parts to your coffee game. For cyclists who take espresso seriously.
Chris King, known for crafting some of the finest bike components, is bringing its engineering prowess to the coffee game with a $150 espresso tamper. Designed to mimic their iconic NoThreadSet™ headset, this 420g billet of machined aluminum is built for cyclists who take both their coffee and their anodized components seriously. With a 70mm height, 58mm base, and a redesigned handle for better control, it’s aimed at those who see espresso as an art form—much like a perfectly tuned titanium gravel bike.
Specifications
- Material: Machined aluminum
- Weight: 420g
- Height: 70mm
- Base Diameter: 58mm
- Design: Inspired by Chris King's NoThreadSet™ headset
- Price: $150
Espresso Tamper
At Chris King, coffee holds a fundamental significance, and our espresso tampers embody our deep appreciation for the art of this wonderfully robust beverage. Our Espresso Tampers are meticulously designed and precisely machined to ensure the highest quality and exceptional feel. Its design mirrors the iconic shape of our legendary NoThreadSet headset, adding a touch of distinction to your espresso preparation. As of January 2025, our Espresso Tamper is 15mm shorter, allowing for better ergonomics and the ability to use your fingertips to gauge the levelness of the tamper piston against the outer edge of the porta-filter, especially for baristas with smaller hands. Available in 58mm diameter flat base finish
Total stack height is 70mm with a base depth of 10mm
Hand wash only. Do not machine wash. 420 grams
