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gravel bike v brake Splitfire Gravel Bike - Ti 57mm/29x2.25 Tire Clearance

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gravel bike v brake Splitfire Gravel Bike - Ti 57mm/29x2.25 Tire ClearancePre Sales Open Now with ETA of July 2026. Blackwater Bicycles Titanium Gravel Splitfire: Everything Bigger The Splitfire is a titanium gravel bike built for riders who want more room, more speed, and more versatility from one frame. With clearance for up to 700 x 57mm tires, short 419mm chainstays, UDH compatibility, and clearance for oversized chainrings, Splitfire blends backcountry capability with fast gravel efficiency. 57mm Maximum listed 700c

Pre-Sales Open Now with ETA of July 2026.
Blackwater Bicycles / Titanium Gravel

Splitfire:
Everything Bigger

The Splitfire is a titanium gravel bike built for riders who want more room, more speed, and more versatility from one frame. With clearance for up to 700 x 57mm tires, short 419mm chainstays, UDH compatibility, and clearance for oversized chainrings, Splitfire blends backcountry capability with fast-gravel efficiency.

57mm Maximum listed 700c tire clearance for rough gravel, mixed terrain, and adventure setups.
419mm Short chainstays keep the bike lively and responsive despite the massive tire clearance.
45/50 Adjustable fork offset options allow riders to tune trail and steering feel.
Tire Clearance

700 x 57mm or 29 x 2.25 capability.

Splitfire was created for riders who want the freedom to run big, confidence-inspiring tires without giving up the speed and fit of a performance gravel bike. Larger tires add comfort, traction, and stability on rough roads, loose gravel, and long backcountry routes.

More Traction A larger contact patch improves grip on loose, wet, and uneven surfaces.
More Comfort Higher tire volume allows lower pressure and helps reduce fatigue on long rides.
More Control Big tires add stability when descending, cornering, and riding loaded.
More Versatility Run fast gravel tires, monster-cross tires, or bikepacking-ready setups.
Why Splitfire Exists

Short stays. Big tires. Big chainrings.

The elevated driveside chainstay gives the Splitfire its defining advantage: room for large tires and large chainrings while keeping the rear end compact. That combination makes it equally at home on fast gravel rides, rough mixed-surface routes, and road-wheel swaps.

Elevated Chainstay

The driveside E-stay opens space at the tire and chainring junction, allowing a rare mix of tire volume, gearing clearance, and short chainstay handling.

UDH Compatible

A modern universal derailleur hanger platform simplifies replacement, improves drivetrain compatibility, and keeps the frame ready for current and future drivetrain standards.

T47 Threaded BB

The T47 threaded bottom bracket combines the serviceability of a threaded system with a larger shell diameter for stiffness, alignment, bearing support, and easy maintenance.

Geometry

Progressive gravel fit with tunable handling.

Splitfire geometry is designed around stability at speed, responsive acceleration, and multiple tire configurations. The result is a titanium gravel platform that can be built for fast mixed-surface riding, rough gravel, or long-distance adventure use.

Fit & Geometry

Measurement S
52cm		 M
54cm		 M/L
56cm		 L
58cm		 XL
60cm
Reach 380 390 400 405 415
Stack 560 575 595 615 630
Effective Top Tube 520 535 555 560 575
Seat Tube Length 459 480 500 525 540
Head Tube Length 115 130 150 170 185

Handling & Chassis

Measurement S
52cm		 M
54cm		 M/L
56cm		 L
58cm		 XL
60cm
Head Tube Angle 70° 71° 71° 71° 71.5°
Wheelbase 1022 1026 1044 1065 1079
Chainstay Length 419 419 419 419 419
BB Drop 80 80 80 80 80
Fork Offset 45 / 50 45 / 50 45 / 50 45 / 50 45 / 50

Trail Measurements

Tire Size S
52cm		 M
54cm		 M/L
56cm		 L
58cm		 XL
60cm
32mm Tire 78 / 73 72 / 67 72 / 67 72 / 67 69 / 63
45mm Tire 83 / 78 76 / 71 76 / 71 76 / 71 73 / 68
55mm Tire 87 / 81 80 / 75 80 / 75 80 / 75 76 / 71
Maximum Tire Clearance 700 x 57c 700 x 57c 700 x 57c 700 x 57c 700 x 57c
Maximum Chainring 44t / 54t 44t / 54t 44t / 54t 44t / 54t 44t / 54t
Axle Standard 12x100 / 12x142 12x100 / 12x142 12x100 / 12x142 12x100 / 12x142 12x100 / 12x142
All measurements are listed in millimeters unless otherwise noted. Trail values are shown as 45mm offset / 50mm offset. Larger tires increase trail and stability; the 50mm offset option quickens steering response.
Technical Specifications

Built around modern standards.

Splitfire combines titanium durability, modern drivetrain compatibility, internal routing options, flat-mount disc brakes, and large tire clearance into one highly versatile gravel platform.

Specifications

Frame Material
Titanium 3AL-2.5V, 12x142 thru-axle, flat-mount disc, threaded T47 BB, internal routing
Sizes
Small 52cm, Medium 54cm, Medium/Large 56cm, Large 58cm, Extra Large 60cm
Frame Weight
1750g +/- 2% size 56, no hardware
Headset
Integrated IS52 / IS52 internal drop-in
Seat Post Diameter
27.2mm
Bottom Bracket
T47 inboard bearing
Brake Mount
Flat mount
Rotor Compatibility
Front: 160/180, Rear: 140/160, adapters required
Axles
Front 12x100, Rear 12x142
Tire Range
Minimum 700 x 35c, maximum listed clearance 700 x 57c
Maximum Chainring
Direct mount / outer spider: 44t; inner spider: 54t
Frame Routing
Headset internal or downtube internal
Mounts
4 bottle mounts, top tube mounts, fender compatible
Wheel Size
700C
Warranty
Backed by a 5-Year Limited Warranty

Build your Splitfire.

Choose the frame, fork, finish, wheelset, drivetrain, and cockpit setup that fits the way you ride. For full builds or custom options, contact Blackwater Bicycles for a quote.

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Coffeeman
Alexandria, US
★★★★★ 5
The Coolest Timex Watch In Years
Color: Brown/Green/Tan
This is the nicest looking watch Timex has done in a long time. I have worn their Expedition watches before, usually my watch of choice for deployments, because they are basically indestructible. And if they do get scuffed or beat up, they do not cost a fortune to replace. I like the features of this particular watch. The rotating bezel is a major plus. The crystal is slightly recessed behind the bezel to protect it from scratches. And the watch is waterproof. The visibility of the dial and hands is excellent both in daylight and using the awesome Indeglow feature. The nylon fabric watchband is double layer of contrasting color and looks good. The band is stiff for a fabric band, but is surprisingly comfortable and smooth feeling on the arm. I found myself forgetting to take it off at night. I like the analog/digital combo. The digital area defaults to time. It is small and does not light up with the Indeglow. A single button press brings up the date, which is a plus. There are too many features to the tiny digital area: timers, lap, time zones, alarm, etc. With only 3 buttons to seek and set everything, it can be fiddly. Overall, this is one tough watch that is more than it has a right to be. Great value for the money at this low price point.
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Reviewed in the United States on June 19, 2025
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Zesty
Whiting, US
★★★★★ 4
A classic, but you need your eyes checked.
Color: Brown/Green/Tan
Looks good for those looking for classic function over flashy. I wanted this watch for the simple analogue time but also for digital features like alarm / date / chrono. I just can't see as well as I used to. If this watch was available in the 42mm range, I'd upgrade in a second. Indiglo and water resistance is awesome as always.
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Reviewed in the United States on March 26, 2026
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WorldTraveler
Bozeman, US
★★★★★ 5
Timex - NEVER stop making this watch
Color: Brown/Green/Tan
This is my 5th or 6th Expedition watch in this model. This is the best watch in the world! Why? I travel a lot and do pro bono work in various foreign countries. This watch is not fancy and you won't have anyone chopping your arm off to get a it vs what will happen to you if you have a Rolex or some fancy-smancy Swiss snob watch. You can have three time zones on this watch because there is the analog and two digital. When i travel I always keep my home time zone in T2, which is set via the international time clock to the second (easy to do). So, if I go to Joberg or Shanghai I can easily switch the analog to the local time and put T1 as the date and digital time. I hope they never stop making this watch. I went to two stores in my town and could not come close to finding it. Timex has gone to these ginchy watches that are useless and cheap. My plan is to buy two more and store them. This watch can take a real beating. I put mine on and almost never take it off. One I had lasted 10 years with two battery changes. My latest one had the dial pin pop out in my hand when I pulled on it..gently. In other cases the menu pins stopped working. In most cases under constant wear they are good for 4 years. I have looked at G-Shocks.... that watch line defines silliness to me. They are too bulky at the wrist. This Timex is simple and awesome.
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Reviewed in the United States on July 25, 2014
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Alan Karl Church
Charlottesville, US
★★★★★ 3
Would it kill them to put in a manual? Huh?
Color: Brown/Green/Tan
This review is tentative. Good: Attractive, and less cheap looking than expected Indiglo. Enough said. Analog is legible. Decent water resistance. Nostalgic for '80s ana-digi display?? This is no Chronosport, but the layout is nice. Seems accurate so far, but quartz watches mostly are. Bad: Non intuitive setting with no manual. It's frustrating so far. Not entirely sure what the features are at this point. Can I get 24H same time zone digital sync'd w/ analog? FWIW: I replaced the strap immediately with a Maratac. Brown nylon, PVD buckle. Look perfect together, I'm chuffed. I want to like the watch, but it's making it hard.
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Reviewed in the United States on October 4, 2025
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duff
Houston, US
★★★★★ 5
Guess what? The watch works GREAT!
Color: Brown/Green/Tan
My previous problems with Timex were due to the thousand year battery, combined with a one or two year watchband. So, I buy a watch and wear it for a year or so till the band breaks, then throw it into a drawer and get another. At one time I had four good running watches with junk bands, in my catch all box, in the basement. One was over ten years old and still ticking merrily along! I don't get it! Is Planned Obsolescence becoming the rule of law in worldwide manufacturing organizations? Can't Timex come up with a better class of watchbands, that could match the longevity of their excellent little timekeepers? Maybe! Yes, maybe they have finally done it. My new watch has a band that is made of some kind of nylon, reinforced with, what looks like rutabaga skins, that pretty much insures that the band will last as long as the little ticking machine! Out of the box, the band was remarkably stiff. I had to bend and twist it a lot to make it pliable enough to wear. Then I had a heck of a time trying to get it safely into the band keeper! So I got a scissor and cut a little fabric off the corners on the end of the band. I figured...if the cut off parts start to fray, I can just melt them with some fire and I will be ready for another adventurous expedition to the wilds of adolph's pub! I also noticed that the watch was guaranteed waterproof down to 330 feet. I'll just take their word for that cuz there's no way in hades, I'll let anyone talk me into a trip that far south in a bunch of water! And even if the occasion did present itself, the LAST I would be worrying about, is what time it is! You know? Anyways, now that I have the watch customized to me, I am truly happy! It works well, looks Great and smells like a watch. Yup! I can recommend this gadget to anyone. Stay out of the water though! You never know what may be lurking over there behind that tree! :)
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Reviewed in the United States on February 24, 2014

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