AIR 9.8 LTD Edition

Boardman's C10 Carbon uses a mixture of Toray T1000 and T800 or equivalent fibres. These high modulus fibres have outstanding stiffness to weight ratios, meaning that we can use less material to produce the same level of stiffness compared to lower grade fibres. This in turn means we can shape tubes more dramatically to tune the performance of the frame to suit the type of riding it is designed for. In the AIR range, the use of C10 Carbon facilitates a highly aerodynamic down tube and seat tube, comfort enhancing seat stays, and incredibly stiff chain stays for outstanding power transfer.

We've placed the rear brake underneath the bottom bracket to keep it out of the air flow and improve aerodynamic performance. Don't worry about brake rub or lack of power though, the direct mount TRP brake used on the AIR has a longer travel than a standard caliper, giving better clearance for wide rims.

The PF30 bottom bracket comprises of bearings in a plastic housing pressed directly into the frame. This means that the bottom bracket shell can be wider compared to a threaded bottom bracket as the bearings sit inside the frame, not outside. We've taken full advantage of this additional width to provide a solid and stiff junction between the BB and the chain stays to ensure your power is going into the road as efficiently as possible.

Bike fitting is a complicated science, trying to find the best balance between comfort, power output and aerodynamics. With the 4 position seat post on the AIR platform, you have a huge range of adjustment to get the perfect fit. Being able to adjust from a 73°-75° seat tube angle also means the bikes can be used for mutliple disciplines, ride on the road at the weekend, then slide your saddle forwards and fit some aero-bars for a mid-week time trial.