THE ESPRIT

The bike you've been waiting for. Sub-790g frame weight,
full aero integration, and rider prioritized geometry.

Build Your Esprit From $7,900 USD

    Framesets starting at $3,950 USD

THE ESPRIT

The bike you've been waiting for. Sub-790g frame weight, full aero integration, and rider prioritized geometry.

Build Your Esprit From $7,900 USD

Framesets starting at $3,950 USD

THE RACE BIKE FOR EVERYDAY

Built to become a legend, the Ritte Esprit puts an end to compromise. It’s the right bike for the fastest group ride and the biggest day in the mountains, for the coffee ride turned town-line sprint, from fresh pave to cobbles and everything in between. The Esprit is designed to excel on your road ride—whatever it may be.

The Esprit
The Esprit

The Esprit

Framesets starting at $3,950
Complete bikes starting at $7,900

Sale price$ 3,950.00
Price based on your selections

Have a question about your build? We love hearing from you and guarantee we’ll call you back within 24 hours.

Deliveries of complete bikes are expected to begin in early June. We'll be in touch every step of the way to keep you updated.

"I'VE FOUND THE ESPRIT TO BE, IN ALMOST ALL SITUATIONS, A QUIETLY ENCOURAGING BIKE. THERE IS NO DOUBT IT CAN GO FASTER THAN I AM CAPABLE OF, BUT IT DOESN'T BEAT ME ABOUT THE HEAD AND SHOULDERS OVER IT. INSTEAD, THE ESPRIT SEEMS TO VERY CALMLY SAY, "HEY, MAN, IF YOU FEEL LIKE GOING UP A GEAR OR MAYBE SPINNING 5 OR 10 RPM QUICKER, THAT'D BE KINDA FUN. BUT IF YOU'RE NOT FEELING IT, THAT'S COOL, TOO."

"UNTIL YOU POINT IT DOWNHILL. THEN, THEN, THAT CALM, CHILL DEMEANOR GETS REPLACED BY SOMETHING ALTOGETHER DIFFERENT. AT THAT POINT THE ESPRIT TURNS INTO A HARD CHARGING, RAPIDLY ACCELERATING, WIDE EYED AND BUSHY TAILED HOUND THAT'S BEEN LET LOOSE AFTER THAT COCKY NEIGHBORHOOD SQUIRREL. IT'S GONNA GO AS FAST AS IT CAN AND YOUR LAID BACK APPROACH TO THE RIDE HAD BETTER BE ADJUSTED ACCORDINGLY."

—Erik Mathy, Cycling Journalist, California

SUPER LIGHT. FAST AS HELL.

We built the Esprit to be light where it counts - quick on its feet, efficient on climbs. Yet stiff where it matters - sudden sprints, precise and unshakeable handling.

The Esprit frame weighs in under 800g in a size Medium. It’s light, of course - but more importantly it’s confidence inspiring, dependable, and has a smooth ride that’s all too rare in fast road bikes.


  • Optimal stiffness-to-weight ratio
  • Stable and agile geometry
  • Hi-modulus carbon where it counts

    Read more about the Esprit weight and why it matters

    CONFIDENT. COMPOSED. CONSISTENT.

    Every frame size gets its own distinct geometry and construction. With details like variable fork offsets, chainstay lengths, and bottom bracket drop per size. We’ve made sure that regardless of which size fits you best, the Esprit’s confident and composed handling is consistent for you.

     

    • Tom Kellogg designed rider-first geometry
    • No compromises in handling across sizes
    • Variable fork offsets

      Read more about the sizing and geometry of the Esprit


      COMFORT FROM THE GROUND UP

      The Esprit is efficient, quick, and comfortable. It glides effortlessly in a way that we’ve always been told carbon can’t do. From a long out of the saddle climb, to a sprint, to roughed up corners the Esprit is smooth. It has the speed, the confidence, and the efficiency you expect from a carbon racer but it has the poise and all day comfort we all dreamt of.


      • Blend of high modulus and intermediate modulus carbon from Toray Japan
      • Carbon layup is specific to frame size

        Read more about the comfort of the Esprit

        KEEPING IT SIMPLE, FOR REAL

        Standards matter. If a bike isn’t well thought out with regards to standards, it’s not built to last. The Esprit makes life simple - with standards that are designed for longevity.


        • UDH / Universal Derailleur Hanger
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        • T47 threaded bottom bracket
        • Standard, round 27.2mm seatpost
        • Integrated or traditional cockpit compatibility
        • Tire clearance for up to 35mm

          Find out why we’ve chosen easy-to-live-with and easy-to-find standards


          REAL WORLD AERO—RITTE STYLE

          The Esprit is has the classic styling cues of classic race bikes, but with updated styling and modern aerodynamics.


          • Aero optimized front end with a sleek fork profile
          • Internal cable routing
          • Complete bikes include OTHR Integrale integrated bar/stem

          Learn more about our approach to aero and the aerodynamic qualities of the Esprit

          SUPER LIGHT. FAST AS HELL.

          We built the Esprit to be light where it counts - quick on its feet, efficient on climbs. Yet stiff where it matters - sudden sprints, precise and unshakeable handling.

          The Esprit frame weighs in under 800g in a size Medium. It’s light, of course - but more importantly it’s confidence inspiring, dependable, and has a smooth ride that’s all too rare in fast road bikes.


          • Optimal stiffness-to-weight ratio
          • Stable and agile geometry
          • Hi-modulus carbon where it counts

            Read more about the Esprit weight and why it matters

            CONFIDENT. COMPOSED. CONSISTENT.

            Every frame size gets its own distinct geometry and construction. With details like variable fork offsets, chainstay lengths, and bottom bracket drop per size. We’ve made sure that regardless of which size fits you best, the Esprit’s confident and composed handling is consistent for you.

             

            • Tom Kellogg designed rider-first geometry
            • No compromises in handling across sizes
            • Variable fork offsets

              Read more about the sizing and geometry of the Esprit


              COMFORT FROM THE GROUND UP

              The Esprit is efficient, quick, and comfortable. It glides effortlessly in a way that we’ve always been told carbon can’t do. From a long out of the saddle climb, to a sprint, to roughed up corners the Esprit is smooth. It has the speed, the confidence, and the efficiency you expect from a carbon racer but it has the poise and all day comfort we all dreamt of.


              • Blend of high modulus and intermediate modulus carbon from Toray Japan
              • Carbon layup is specific to frame size

                Read more about the comfort of the Esprit

                KEEPING IT SIMPLE, FOR REAL

                Standards matter. If a bike isn’t well thought out with regards to standards, it’s not built to last. The Esprit makes life simple - with standards that are designed for longevity.


                • UDH / Universal Derailleur Hanger
                  • rou
                • T47 threaded bottom bracket
                • Standard, round 27.2mm seatpost
                • Integrated or traditional cockpit compatibility
                • Tire clearance for up to 35mm

                  Find out why we’ve chosen easy-to-live-with and easy-to-find standards


                  REAL WORLD AERO—RITTE STYLE

                  The Esprit is has the classic styling cues of classic race bikes, but with updated styling and modern aerodynamics.


                  • Aero optimized front end with a sleek fork profile
                  • Internal cable routing
                  • Complete bikes include OTHR Integrale integrated bar/stem

                  Learn more about our approach to aero and the aerodynamic qualities of the Esprit

                  OTHR is our tailor-made offering that provides the ultimate in performance, ride quality, durability and value.

                  OTHR ANYWHR 40 WHEELSET

                  The do-it-all wheels that really do it all. From the road to the cobbles to the gravel to the trail. Anywhr means anywhere.

                  OTHR INTEGRALE INTEGRATED HANDLEBAR

                  The OTHR Integrale is a lightweight one piece bar/stem that’s at home on nearly any bike. No gimmicks, no “new revelations in ergonomics”, and no proprietary parts required.

                  Customer Reviews

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                  Maude Farrell
                  Ritte Nailed It

                  I've done 1hr rides and 8hr rides. I've pedaled easy and done threshold intervals. I've gone long days in the sun and rain it just always feels perfectly suited to every condition, ride flavor, and terrain that comes to it. I truly love riding this bike every time, and the best part is it seems to be getting even better every time.

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                  Cheyne
                  A true quiver diminisher enters the room; The Ritte Esprit

                  Tubing aero enough to make the bike feel like it’s pulling you down the road, combined with a lightweight package that dances up climbs. The concept of this rig is completely progressed when the massive tire clearance and geo come into play. Group rides ripped, gravel smashed, and singletrack shredded. In a drop bar “road bike,” this is the maximal amount of fun you can own!

                  ESPRIT SPOTLIGHT

                  Learn more about the Esprit, the places we ride it and the people we meet along the way.

                  STANDARDS ARE STANDARD

                  How we built the Esprit for longevity

                  WEIGHT MATTERS

                  Why we don't fixate on weight

                  SIZING UP THE ESPRIT

                  The secret sauce that makes our new Esprit handle so well

                  SMOOTH IS FAST

                  How we made a fast, efficient and comfortable race bike