The Claud Butler Alpina range has been completely overhauled for 2024, with two models, a new frame, modern trail riding geometry and the latest in Shimano CUES – our vision for the Alpina was to create a bike that thrives exploring UK trails.
The Claud Butler Alpina 1.0 is our introductory model to the all-new Alpina range – designed to help you cover anything from the many miles of canal towpath right through to the thrill of off-road trail riding.
Using Shimano’s latest CUES series drivetrain components, the 2x9 drivetrain offers all the gears you could need with a 22/36t chainset and 11-36t cassette. We have also stayed with Shimano for the brakes, using their ever-reliable MT200 hydraulic disc brakes that offer consistent and reliable stopping power.
The Alpina was always about developing a mountain bike that could handle the demands of UK trail centres and off-piste wild tracks, and central to that is modern-thinking frame geometry, specifically built around a 100mm fork and 29in wheels. Longer top tubes and slacker head angles combined with super short 45mm stems and ultra-wide 750mm handlebars result in a confidence inspiring ride that feels controlled while you enjoy the thrill of the trail. Adding to this, we’ve used 29x2.25” WTB Ranger tyres that are known for their fast-rolling, good puncture resistance and good grip across a range of trail conditions.
All in, the Alpina 1.0 is a diverse bike suited to a variety of riding environments and is ready to tackle whatever you can throw at it.
Frame - Claud Butler 6061 Hydro-Formed T6 Alloy, Multi Butted, Internal Cable Routing
Fork - SR Suntour XCM-HLO, Alloy Crown, 100mm Travel Lockout, Post Mount
Headset - FSA, 1.1/8” Cartridge A-headset, Semi-Integrated
Handlebar - Low Rise Alloy Handlebar, 750mm Wide, 31.8mm Clamp, 12.5mm Rise, 6 Degree Backsweep
Stem - Alloy, 45mm Length. 31.8 Clamp
Grips - Lock-on Grip, BlackGear
Shifters - Shimano CUES Rapidfire Plus SL-U4000-9R
Rear Derailleur - Shimano CUES RD-U3020, Shadow Plus design
Front Derailleur - Shimano CUES FD-U4000-L, low clamp
Cassette - Shimano CUES CS-LG300-9, 11-36t
Chainwheel - Shimano CUES FC-U4000-2, 22-36t, 170mm
Bottom Bracket - BSA Threaded Cartridge
Brakes - Shimano Hydraulic Disc Brakes BR-MT200 160mm Center Lock Rotors
Brake Levers - Shimano Lever
Pedals - 9/16" Alloy MTB
Front Hub - Shimano 32H Alloy Quick Release
Rear Hub - Shimano 32H Alloy Quick ReleaseRims29" Alloy, Double Wall, 32HSpokes14G, BlackTyresWTB Ranger, 29 x 2.25"
Saddle - Claud Butler MTB
Seat Post - Alloy micro adjustable, 30.9mm x 350mm