Z1 | Z2 | Z3 Carbon

Designed as no-compromise racing and training bikes, Parlee carbon frames redefine the ride and build quality of any first-class bicycle frame. The combination of light weight, superb handling, torsional stiffness, and road-buzz absorbing qualities are legendary – this truly is an exceptional ride.

The Z1 Carbon is our top-of-the-line carbon road frame and is based on the Parlee Z1x. We also offer the less-expensive Parlee Z2 frame with level top tube, as well as the sloping top-tubed Z3 frame. Both of these are available using either Parlee’s own stock size chart or as custom frames designed by HampCo. Multiple tubing weights and wrap configurations are available at no up-charge to further fine-tune the ride of each frame.

The primary difference between the Z1 and the Z2/Z3 is in the use of the Parlee-designed and Reynolds-built wishbone seatstay on the Z2/Z3c frames. The classic twin stay with hand-made brake bridge found on the Z1 is more labor to produce but provides a slightly plusher ride than the Z2/Z3 with no loss of rear end stiffness. All other tubes, frame components, and wrapping/bonding procedures are identical across the three models; all frames are built one-at-a-time in Peabody, MA.

All frames feature "naked" 0/90 carbon weave and/or unidirectional tubing throughout. Each frames is finished with your choice of clearcoat and/or paint and include our own distinctive Hampsten graphics.