Description The Drop-U is handcrafted using a proprietary fully butted tubeset that is then manipulated, tapered and ovalized to extract every ounce of performance from the ultra-light frame. Whether you are spri...
Bike Setup: ultegra, king hs, reynolds all carbon fork, cane creek velos wheels
Summary: I am a long time mountain biker and have had lots of Titus bikes (we are a dealer)
I built up a Dropu several months ago, I really like the frame, it feels stiff and responsive but doesn't beat you up at all.. it is stable at speed and precise handling at lower speeds, very confidence inspiring, especially coming from someone use to 2.3" tires, 4" of travel and disc brakes :)
I like the road bike much more than I thought I would...
Strengths: light, fast
Weaknesses: none
Similar Products Used: numerous
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Bike Setup: Easton 90 carbon fork, American Classic 420 rims, THE stem, Easton 90 bar, Campy Record 10 speed, FSA crank, Speedplay pedals, Alien seatpost, SLR saddle
Summary: I purchased this end of 2002 and have had little saddle time yet. So far, it is the best bike I have ever ridden and one of the lightest (15 lbs.!), which is great for an old guy like me! The frame is immaculate and very well constructed, but I expect that from Titus (I have a Racer-X too!). Whether your a racer or serious recreationalist like me, you will love this frame. It doesn't have the softness of carbon or ti, but you will appreciate the Drop-U when the road goes up. Can't say a bad thing about this bike!
Strengths: Superlight, stiff and responsive, handles well for a compact frame
Weaknesses: A little stiff, but that's aluminum!
Similar Products Used: Ellsworth Flight, Vitus 992
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Bike Setup: Shimano Dura Ace, Bontrager wheels, Reynolds Fork, Speedplay X2 pedals, sordid white\black bar tape.
Summary: While hesitant to get another rough-riding aluminum road bike on the weather beaten roads of Flagstaff, I was pleasently surprised at the smooth ride of this bike. The geometry is dialed and this bike handles exquisitly. Titus speaks truth in saying that the Drop-U is a do anything bike. Contrary to the industry, Titus also claims accurate weights for their frames. The large frame was spot on the predicted weight of 2.5lbs, and complete with standard parts and pedals came to 16.5lbs! Any buyer of the Drop-U simply cannot go wrong.
Strengths: It is compliant, light, sugical handling, durable anodized finish, and exceptional value.
Weaknesses: None to date
Similar Products Used: Klein Quantum [Al], Time Helix[C], Trek 1400[Al], Bianchi RP[Fe]
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Bike Setup: Renyolds Ouzo fork, Dura-Ace, King or Zipp Wheels.
Summary: This is a truly sweet ride...a compliant aluminium frame that jumps on demand. I have had other compact frames and this one handles the best...quick reacting without being unpredicable. Very light weight, I have a small built up with Dura-Ace that weighs just above the 15lb mark! I have ridden alot of 5+ hour rides without problems due to a stiff ride I think this bike is good for all types of racing...crits, road races, etc...I dont think any rider would go wrong buying a Titus Drop-U
Strengths: Light weight frame, Cost, Handling
Weaknesses: N/A
Similar Products Used: Giant TCR Team
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