Ritchey Outback Steel Frameset Medium
- Size: Medium
- Item Weight: 15 pounds
- Color: Winter Sage
- Wheel Size: 27.6 inches
Last refreshed Jun 21, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A steel gravel frameset for riders assembling their own build, not a complete bike; strong on tire clearance and routing options for the price of doing the work yourself.
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ASIN: B0F4T78BYLCategory: Road Bike Frames
Overview
The Ritchey Outback is a steel frameset only, not a complete bike, built from heat-treated triple-butted Ritchey Logic tubing for 700c or 650b wheels. It pairs with the included Ritchey Carbon Adventure Fork and suits riders assembling a custom gravel or bikepacking build in Winter Sage, medium size.
Because this is frame and fork only, the buyer supplies the groupset, wheels, cockpit and seatpost, so it fits someone who already has a parts kit or a shop ready to build it up. The internal routing setup covers a dropper post and a dynamo light, worth noting before buying rear housing separately. Tire clearance running to 48mm on 700c or 2.0 inch on 650b covers most gravel and light off-road tire choices without a second frame purchase.
- Heat-treated triple-butted Ritchey Logic steel tubing
- Ritchey Carbon Adventure Fork with rack and fender mounts
- 700c/650b wheel compatibility, up to 48mm tire clearance
- Winter Sage colorway, medium frame size
Who it's for
Suits an experienced rider or a shop client doing a ground-up gravel or bikepacking build who wants steel ride quality over carbon or aluminum. Not for someone who wants to unbox and ride the same day, since no drivetrain, wheels or brakes are included.
Pros and cons
- Fits 700c or 650b wheels without swapping frames
- Tire clearance to 48mm (700c) covers most gravel tires
- Internal routing supports dropper post and dynamo lighting
- Carbon fork adds rack and fender mounts
- Frame and fork only, no groupset or wheels included
- Requires build experience or a shop for assembly
- No rating or review data available yet
Performance notes
The heat-treated triple-butted tubing is meant to flex enough for a comfortable ride on rough gravel while holding up to loaded touring weight. The Carbon Adventure Fork adds rack and fender mounts so the front end can carry gear without an aftermarket rack adapter. Stealth internal routing keeps dynamo and dropper post cabling out of the wind and off the frame's exterior lines.
Specifications
| Brand | Ritchey |
|---|---|
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Size | Medium |
| Item Weight | 15 pounds |
| Wheel Size | 27.6 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Number Of Speeds | 1 |
| Age Range Description | Adult |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Power Source | Battery |
| Construction & materials | |
| Color | Winter Sage |
| Frame Material Type | Alloy Steel |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | All-Road Frame |
| Other details | |
| Bike Type | Road Bike |
| Suspension Type | Dual |
| Is Assembly Required | No |
| Additional Features | Portable |
| Model Year | 2000 |
| Specific Uses For Product | All-Road Frame |
| Style Name | All-Road Frame |
Frequently asked questions
Does the Ritchey Outback frameset include a fork?
Yes, it comes with the Ritchey Carbon Adventure Fork, but no groupset, wheels or seatpost.
What wheel sizes fit the Ritchey Outback frame?
It's built for either 700c wheels with up to 48mm tire clearance or 650b wheels up to about 2.0 inches.
Can I run a dropper post on this frame?
Yes, the frame has internal routing designed for a dropper post along with dynamo cable routing.