The next frontier. The proof that adventure can be competitive, performance doesn’t require a race number, and exploration is better with adrenaline and speed lives in a single name: Palta.
Basso took their decades of road racing expertise and applied it to something altogether more liberated. The Palta is proof that adventure can be competitive, that performance doesn't require a race number and that exploration is better with speed. Compliant enough to smooth out rough terrain, yet reactive and efficient enough to be mistaken for a road bike, it leaves even the most demanding rider wondering where the compromise is.
Handmade in Italy using an optimised carbon lay-up engineered for extreme performance, comfort and impact resistance, the Palta suits 1x or 2x road or gravel groupsets with tyre clearance up to 45mm. A taller head tube allows for fewer spacers or a flush stem fit for a lower stack, while the sloped top tube provides more seatpost for additional comfort and the fork geometry delivers precise handling and effective vibration dampening. Hidden bag mounts, up to three bottle cage positions, a stem lock system and a removable polymer downtube shield for loose gravel all add practical versatility.
Frame Specs:
- Sizes: XS (41), S (45), M (51), L (54), XL (57)
- Compatible with: Road or Gravel Electronic and Mechanical groupsets
- Cable Integration: Fully Integrated
- Stem: Basso Strato Alloy
- Brakes: Flat Mount Disc
- Bottom Bracket: Press fit 86.5 x 41
- Seatpost: Basso 15mm layback
- Hanger: UDH (Universal Derailleur Hanger)
- Headset: Fully Integrated
- Tyre Clearance: Up to 45mm
- Top tube hidden bolts to accommodate compatible bags + 3 bottle cage positions
- Frame Weight: 960g
- Fork Weight: 270g
- Warranty: Covered under Basso's 2 Year warranty
- Made in Italy
3B Clamp System Gen 2
A totally hidden seatpost fixing solution that is invisible on the frame, intertwining technological and aesthetic innovation. This lightweight and strong integrated clamping solution offers the additional benefit of an anti-vibration function, further improving your riding experience by elevating comfort on uneven and bumpy surfaces.
Strato Stem Option
The Basso Strato Stem is a lightweight, forged‑alloy stem designed for riders who want a stiff, responsive cockpit with fully integrated cable routing. Its sleek profile and -8 degree angle make it ideal for achieving a precise, performance-focused fit while keeping the front end clean and aerodynamic. Its standout feature is the detachable bottom plate, a major upgrade that dramatically simplifies cable installation and maintenance while preserving a sleek, aerodynamic look.
Strato Sizes Supplied
- XS: 80mm
- S: 90mm
- M: 100mm
- L: 110mm
- XL: 120mm
Geometry
| Size | XS | S | M | L | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seat Tube (A1) | 410 mm | 450 mm | 510 mm | 540 mm | 570 mm |
| Top Tube (B) | 495 mm | 520 mm | 540 mm | 560 mm | 585 mm |
| Reach (R) | 354 mm | 370 mm | 373 mm | 389 mm | 402 mm |
| Stack (S) | 528 mm | 542 mm | 563 mm | 581 mm | 600 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle (C) | 75° | 74,5° | 73,5° | 73,5° | 73° |
| Steering Tube Angle (D) | 68° | 69,5° | 70° | 71° | 71° |
| Chain-Stay Length (E) | 425 mm | 425 mm | 425 mm | 425 mm | 425 mm |
| BB to Fork Length (F) | 591 mm | 600 mm | 606 mm | 617 mm | 637 mm |
| BB to ground (G) | 285 mm | 286 mm | 286 mm | 286 mm | 286 mm |
| Head Tube (H) | 110 mm | 125 mm | 145 mm | 160 mm | 180 mm |
| Wheel Base (I) | 1006 mm | 1016 mm | 1022 mm | 1034 mm | 1053 mm |
| BB Drop (L) | 71 mm | 71 mm | 71 mm | 71 mm | 71 mm |
| Handlebar width out/out (M) | 420 mm | 440 mm | 440 mm | 440 mm | 460 mm |
| Stem Length (N) | 80 mm | 80 mm | 90 mm | 100 mm | 110 mm |
| Crank Length | 170 mm | 172,5 mm | 172,5 mm | 172,5 mm | 175 mm |
Measurements in mm unless marked. Source: https://bassobikes.com/en/bikes/gravel-bikes/palta
