Michael's Roure Rohloff Built For Long Days In The Saddle

NUA BIKES
14 hours ago
2 min read

Every custom build starts with a conversation.

When Michael came to us for his Nua Roure Rohloff build, his priority was clear: comfort. He wanted a relaxed riding position that would support long days in the saddle without compromising control or efficiency.

The Roure is designed as a versatile All-Terrain platform, but as with every Nua, geometry is where the magic happens. For Michael, we adapted the custom geometry with a longer headtube, allowing for a naturally more upright position. The goal was simple - reduce strain on the back and shoulders while maintaining confident handling on mixed terrain.

To complement the geometry, we paired the frame with our titanium MotoPapi bar, featuring 85mm of rise. This combination creates a balanced cockpit setup: comfortable, stable, and ready for distance.

At Nua, we always listen closely to our riders. Riding style, physical capabilities, preferred terrain, and long-term goals all shape the final result. There is no “standard” position — only the right position for each rider.

Michael’s Roure equipped with a Rohloff hub is now ready for countless smooth, efficient kilometers ahead.

Michael's Nua Roure Rohloff paired with Nua Ti MotoPapi - ready for any expedition on any terrain.

Build Specifications

Frame

Nua Roure Rohloff, Custom Geometrym, Titanium Grade 9 (Ti-3Al-2.5V), oversized tubing, belt-ready, sliding Rohloff OEM dropouts, Post Mount, BSA 73mm, 31.6mm seatpost, ID44 headtube, internal routing (brake/light/Rohloff/dropper), rack + mudguard + cargo mounts, hand-brushed finish. Clearance: 27.5” x 3.0” / 29” x 2.4”.

Fork

Nua Ti-Fork Type B Segmented — Titanium Grade 9, tapered 1-1/8”–1-1/2”, 12x100mm TA, Post Mount 180mm, internal routing (brake + dynamo), cargo + mudguard mounts, hand-brushed finish. Clearance: 27.5” PLUS / 29” x 2.4”.

Headset

Acros 44 Tapered (ZS44/28.6 – EC44/40)

Gearing

Rohloff Speedhub 500/14 CC DB OEM — 14-speed, 526% range (Black)

Transmission

Gates Carbon Drive CDX Belt System — 50T front / 20T rear / 120T belt, Gates S550 cranks, FSA BB (C-C 465mm)

Brakes

Shimano XT BR-M8000 2-piston w/ 180mm rotors (Shimano + Rohloff)

Wheelset

DT Swiss XM481 30mm (27.5”)

DT Swiss Competition spokes

Front hub: Kappstein SF TA12