From Steel to Titanium: Sklar’s Super Something Levels Up
Sklar’s Super Something goes titanium. Weighing about a pound less and built in California, this new Ti version boasts clearance for 29” x 2.3” tires, a carbon fork, and SRAM UDH compatibility for the modern multi-surface rider.
In a world where “light and pricey” often go hand in hand, it’s hardly shocking to learn that Adam Sklar has taken his beloved steel Super Something frame and given it a leaner, shinier, and yes, pricier titanium twin. If the original was your all-rounder Swiss Army bike, consider this the premium pocketknife edition. With a carbon fork, a weight savings of around one pound, and a top-tier made-in-California build, the titanium Super Something might just convince you that your stable’s missing a piece of Ti-bliss—assuming your wallet can handle it.
Quick Hits: What You Need to Know About the Titanium Sklar Super Something
- Same Geometry, New Material: The titanium Super Something mirrors its steel sibling’s geometry. That means a not-too-twitchy 70° head angle, a 73.5° seat tube angle, and generous chainstays at 426mm. In other words, chill vibes for gravel adventures, credit-card touring, or just meandering about.
- Lighter Where It Counts: Approximately a pound less heft than the steel version, weighing in at a claimed 4.6 lbs (2.08 kg) for a large frame with its carbon fork. Not a featherweight racer, but definitely light enough to be smug about it.
- Clearance for Big Rubber: Run up to a 29" x 2.3" tire in back for a plush ride that’ll handle those chunky fire roads like a champ. The fork clears a 29" x 2.2". You probably won’t need that suspension fork after all.
- 2x or 1x, Take Your Pick: With a nifty 3D printed chainstay yoke and standard 142mm x 12mm spacing, you can run a double chainring setup or up to a single 44T ring. Flexibility is always nice.
- SRAM UDH Compatibility: Future-proof your drivetrain with SRAM’s Universal Derailleur Hanger, opening up your build to the latest and greatest Transmission derailleurs (or that 1x13 system that’s had your curiosity piqued).
- Made in California: While the steel version is Taiwanese-made, the Ti frame is fabricated in California. For those who like their bikes home-grown and want to shave a few carbon footprint guilt points off their next purchase, this could seal the deal.
- Pricing & Availability: Frame plus fork sets you back around £2,285 or $2,850 USD. That’s about £1,000 ($1,250 USD) more than the steel setup. Pre-orders are open now, with frames due to start shipping in March—just in time for your spring epics.
Additional Specs & Features
- Seat Post & Cages: A 27.2mm seat post diameter and enough space for three bottle cages (including one under the downtube) mean you can stay hydrated out there, which seems critical if you’re attempting any long-haul gravel shenanigans.
- Brake & BB Standards: Flat mount brakes and a 160mm direct-mount rotor setup keep the braking tidy. You get a 68mm BSA threaded BB shell—yes, good old-fashioned threading for less fuss during maintenance.
- Headset & Cables: The frame accommodates an EC34mm/44mm headset, and the external cable routing makes life easier when it’s time to tinker. No more fishing for cables like you’re playing Operation.
In essence, this is the Super Something you already knew, now dressed in titanium and wearing its “Made in the USA” badge proudly. It’s a bike that says, “I’ll carry you across rough roads and light trails just fine, but I’ll look better and weigh less doing it.” Sure, it’s more expensive, but what’s a little extra coin in exchange for a bike with a touch of domestic prestige, shiny titanium tubes, and the capacity to handle bigger tires than some SUVs?
If you’re ready to level up from steel’s old faithful reliability to the titanium dream, the Super Something is prepared to meet you halfway—and then some.
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