Pavo
The PAVO marks an unprecedented fusion of lightweight construction and aerodynamics. Its state-of-the-art autoclave production in Europe allows carbon frames of the highest quality: extremely light and safe at the same time. All frame tubes have been aerodynamically optimised through flow simulations. The PAVO combines the best of both worlds and offers an enormously wide range of uses: uphill it’s light, on the flat it’s accelerated by low air resistance.
Versatile aero road bike for climbing the peaks
In its fourth model generation, our PAVO achieves an unprecedented fusion of lightweight and aerodynamics. It thus covers an extremely wide range of uses: uphill it spurs with its low frame weight, on the flat it is uncompromisingly fast thanks to the low air resistance of the aerodynamically optimized frame shape. It thus combines the genes of all PAVO models with our developers experience with the Pride II, currently the fastest UCI-compliant road bike on the market.
This previously unattained combination of light weight and aerodynamics was made possible by tube cross-sections optimized by computer simulation and state-of-the-art autoclave production in Portugal.
One bike. One mountain. One goal.
Michael Strasser rides from Vienna to the Großglockner. His companion: the SIMPLON PAVO – with a low frame weight and an aerodynamically optimised design for maximum efficiency on every kilometre.
480 km and 7,200 metres of elevation gain, nonstop in just 27 hours. No team, no support vehicle – just him, his PAVO and sheer determination. From blazing heat in the valley to freezing temperatures at the summit: this ride demands everything.
And the PAVO proves what’s possible: ultimate control, stable handling and maximum endurance.
Geometry
The geometry table will help you find the perfect frame size.
| 46/XXS | 49/XS | 52/S | 55/M | 58/L | 61/XL | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | Seat tube length | 442 | 469 | 501 | 520 | 540 | 560 |
| B | Top tube length | 509 | 530 | 550 | 557 | 583 | 588 |
| C | Head tube angle | 71° | 71,5° | 73° | 73° | 73° | 73° |
| D | Seat tube angle | 75° | 75° | 75° | 75° | 75° | 75° |
| E | Head tube length | 111 | 130 | 146 | 166 | 186 | 205 |
| F | Chainstay length | 410 | 410 | 410 | 410 | 410 | 410 |
| G | Wheelbase | 976 | 988 | 991 | 1002 | 1008 | 1013 |
| H | Bottom bracket drop | 75 | 75 | 75 | 75 | 75 | 75 |
| I | Fork length | 379 | 379 | 379 | 379 | 379 | 379 |
| K | Fork offset (rake) | 47 | 47 | 47 | 47 | 47 | 47 |
| M | Stand over height | 725 | 755 | 780 | 800 | 820 | 840 |
| R | Reach | 370 | 380 | 390 | 395 | 400 | 405 |
| S | Stack | 520 | 540 | 560 | 580 | 600 | 620 |
| STR * | Stack to Reach | 1,41 | 1,42 | 1,44 | 1,47 | 1,50 | 1,53 |
| R+ | Reach+ | ||||||
| S+ | Stack+ | ||||||
| STR+ | Stack to Reach+ | ||||||
| U | Steam angle | -12° | -12° | -12° | -12° | -12° | -12° |
| V | Stem length | 90 | 90 | 100 | 100 | 110 | 110 |
All lengths in mm
* STR: Higher number indicates more upright sitting posture
State-of-the-art production in Europe: The Pavo Frame
The PAVO sets standards in frame production. Its UCI-certified carbon frame is manufactured in Europe, it is aerodynamically optimized and a flyweight. This rare combination is possible because we make no compromises in development and manufacturing:
- The aerodynamically optimized frame shape was developed with the help of flow simulations.
- The highest-quality carbon fibres ensure stiffness and low weight.
- The full monocoque frame is manufactured as one single component (instead of being assembled from several parts). This saves weight and increases stability.
- The autoclave curing process under pressure results in an extremely compact fibre composite and therefore maximum safety.
- A combination of manual and state-of-the-art robotic finishing processes ensures the frame's ultimate perfection.
Find out more about our PAVO special frame manufacturing process in this magazine article.
Facts & Figures
| Bike Weight | from 6,55 kg |
|---|---|
| max. weight (bike + rider + gear) | 125 kg |
| FORK TRAVEL / LENGTH / OFFSET | 0 / 380 / 47 mm |
| REAR AXLE / THRU-AXLE LENGTH / THREAD PITCH | 142 x 12 mm |
| front axle | 100 x 12 mm |
| max. tire dimension | ETRTO: 34 - 622 / 28 x 1.35 Inches |
| MAX. brake rotor size | 180 mm |
| break mount | FM160 |
| HEADSET STANDARD | IS52 ICR/IS47 |
| BOTTOM BRACKET STANDARD | PF BB86 |
| MAX. CHAINRING SIZE | 53 / 39T |
| UDH DERAILLEUR HANGER | No |
| water bottle mounts | 2 |
| MAX. water bottle size | |
| BIKE TRAINER READINESS | k.A |
| UCI conformance | Yes |
| CHILD TRAILER READINESS | No |
| The illustration above is an example. We reserve the right, provided that the type, suitability and purpose of the bicycle are not impaired, to replace individual parts with components of equal or higher value so that the bicycle is delivered differently. |
Bike classification: ASTM category 1
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