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Cinelli Hobootleg - 2023

Cinelli Hobootleg
$2,090.00
Color:
Right Hand Red
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Details

The Hobootleg is Cinelli’s flagship steel adventure bike.

Since its original conception and fine tuning in two successive editions of the mythical Tour d’Afrique in 2012 and 2013 (genesis to which the bicycle’s livery pays homage), the Hobo Bootleg, has broken the Guinness World Record for crossing the world by bicycle as well as conquered all seven of the world’s highest mountain passes and dialed up more than a million kilometres in adventure riding.

The result is a tried and tested, ultra-reliable, Hoboing adventure bike like no other in the world. From the use of double-butted Columbus tubes, to its electrophoretic paint job, to its Tubus bike ricks, to its custom ovalised Cinelli handlebar, to its bartape decorated with the sign language of early 20th century American hobos, there is no detail of this bike which has not been obsessively tuned, tested, retuned and perfected over the last 5 years to enable you to ride it, straight out of the box, as hard and far as you like without a second thought.

Our Bikes

At JRABS we do things differently from the other stores.  The first thing that you may notice when entering our store is that we don't stock very many bikes.  There's a number of reasons why, but mainly because we are mostly a service-oriented shop.  Most shops have a huge showroom and a tiny workshop.  We prefer a larger workshop.  Also, when you look at the number of brands we sell (All-City, Bianchi, Cinelli, Wilier-Triestina, Jamis, Kona, Surly and more), it would be impossible to stock all the resulting models in all of their colors and sizes (thousands!). So, we prefer personalizing your new bike to YOU, rather than steering you toward a bike that we happen to have in stock. 

30-Day Test Ride!*

You have a month to fall in love with your new bike!

We realize that you want to test ride your new bike, which is why we offer a 30-Day Test Ride.  We work with you to find the perfect bike that meets your wants, needs, fit, style, and budget.  After leaving with your new bike, you'll have 30 days to ride it in the real world -- not merely in a parking lot.  Take your bike home and ride it around the block, or do a century!  We think this is the only way to know truly whether your new bike is perfect for you.

 The best assembly!

At JRABS, our bicycle assembly process is the most comprehensive in the industry.  I can guarantee you that the bicycle that you purchase from me will last longer, ride smoother, be more efficient, and cost you less in the long run.  Here's why:

"Grease failure could come at any time. Factory original greases are often of the lowest quality and applied in very limited or erratic quantities. Frames are often inadequately cleaned at the factory, so bottom bracket and headset grease often has been contaminated with abrasive particles even before the bike has been ridden. For these reasons it is difficult to project the normal calendar time or elapsed miles that should occur between bearing overhauls. As a rule of thumb, 2,000-3,000 miles or two to three years of generally fair-weather riding should make a bike ready for an overhaul. The best method to determine whether grease has become due for replacement is inspection." -  John Barnett, Barnett's Manual DX

Bikes are shipped to bike shops in the same manner, no matter the brand.  What the bike shop does from there will make a huge difference in the bike's performance and longevity.  Here are the approximate times to assemble a new adult bicycle:

  • Mass merchant: 15 mins
  • Chain sports store: 20 mins
  • National chain bicycle store: 25mins
  • Local chain bicycle store: 30 mins
  • Independent bicycle shop: 45 mins
  • JRABS: 2-3 hours

When shopping for your new bike, ask them if they:

  • Opened up the hubs and injected better than factory grease (applies to loose ball bearing hubs).
  • For disc brake bikes: Did the brake pad bed-in proceedure
  • Pulled the rear wheel off, lubricated the freewheel threads or cassette splines and used a torque wrench to re-install.
  • Stressed the spokes then re-tensioned, re-trued the wheels
  • Lubricated the cables
  • Test rode your bike and then re-checked everything

We do all of this and and much more!  Buying your bike at a chain store?  Not a chance.  Here it's just two of us - Ethan and Travis.  We're they guys that will sell you your bike, build it, and service it (not handing it off to some mechanic you never meet).  We are here to make sure that you get the best bike for you!

*Bicycle must be returned in sell-able condition. Wear and tear and replacement of components and/or repairs will be deducted.

Steering limitation system (Ergo Steering Stop) that prevents contact of the handlebar with the top tube of the frame preventing damage. Cable routing above the top tube protects the cables from mud and dirt always allowing optimum operation of the derailleur and brakes.

Electro Deposition Painting Extremely uniform thickness internal and external coating of the frame tubes that protect from rust formation.

Cable routing above the top tube protects the cables from mud and dirt always allowing optimum operation of the derailleur and brakes.

Specs

Frame COLUMBUS Cromor Double Butted Steel
Fork COLUMBUS Cr-Mo Steel 1-1/8“
Wheels ALEX - SHIMANO Hub / 700c
Axles Front QR 100mm - Rear QR 130mm
Tires WTB Riddler / 700X37c / Tan sidewall
Bottom Bracket FSA / BSA 68mm
Crankset SHIMANO / 48-36-26T / Size 170 (S/M) 175 (L/XL/XXL)
Shifters MICROSHIFT Bar end shifter / 9 speed
Front Derailleur SHIMANO SORA / 9 Speed / Band type
Rear Derailleur Shimano Deore (RD-M592) / 9 Speed
Chain KMC (Z9)
Brakes TEKTRO
Brake Levers Tektro road race
Handlebars CINELLI Bootleg Handlebar / Ø 31,8 / Drop 116mm Reach 75mm / Flare Angle 10° Size 38 (S) 40 (M/L/XL) 42 (XXL)
Tape/Grips CINELLI Cork
Stem CINELLI Bootleg Stem Size 90 (S) 100 (M) 110 (L/XL/XXL)
Seatpost CINELLI 6061 Seat Post / Ø27,2 / L350
Saddle TEKTRO
Accessories & Extras TUBUS TARA Front Rack (up to 18Kg) / TUBUS LOGO Rear Rack (up to 40Kg) / Front&Rear Fender

* Subject to change without notice.

Part Numbers

Option MPN Store SKU
Right Hand Red / Small 042HSD490 210000088061
Right Hand Red / Medium 042HSD530 210000088062
Right Hand Red / Large 042HSD560 210000088063
Right Hand Red / X-Large 042HSD590 210000088064
Right Hand Red / XX-Large 042HSD610 210000088065