Welcome to 2010 - Design innovation has been a part of the Litespeed story from the beginning. So when our engineers set their sights upon the unique material advantages of carbon, they could rely on the proven ride-tuning techniques honed during our long history of renowned titanium development. A full two years after we started, our relentless drive for the perfect ride has finally produced the results we hoped for: The Archon C-Series. With an undeniably distinct package of aerodynamic improvements, the C-Series frames represent the peak of carbon engineering, from the industry standard-bearer in design innovation. [+]

CycloSport: "The workmanship and care brought to this new generation of frames is a complete success. The range looks promising and, on the road, the ARCHON C3 offers serious advantages..." [+] Original Article   [+] English Translation

Cycling Weekly: "When Litespeed created a successful top-end titanium bike, the Archon, a couple of years ago, it also discovered the limitations. It's perhaps of little surprise therefore that it is trying again with carbon. And this time it appears to be doing it properly..." [+]

C-Series Specifications
C1 - UltraModulus - features UniDirectional Carbon; available only as frameset; highest quality NanoTube construction. C2 - SuperModulus - features 3K Carbon, FSA RD420 Wheels, FSA Carbon Stem & Wing Pro Bar, Dura Ace Gears/Shifters/Brakes, FSA K-Light Carbon BB30 Crank, ProLogo Choice Max Saddle. C3 - PremiumModulus - features 3K Carbon, FSA RD60 Wheels, Ultregra Gears/Shifters/Brakes, FSA Gossamer BB30 Crank, ProLogo Choice Max Saddle. All C-Series models available in 5 sizes; click here to find a dealer near you. Download the 2010 C-Series specs.

Saturday, March 13, 2010 - It's a new year and reaction to The Archon C-Series -- from both cyclists and our dealers -- continues to be swift, kind of overwhelming, and really encouraging for those of us who've worked so long on this project. Over the next several months before the season, I suspect we'll be seeing a new round of (glowing, I'm sure!) reviews in the magazines you trust for your info, but I'd also invite you to take an hour on a Saturday morning and go ride one of these bikes at a dealer near you... they're arriving in stores as we speak and, as always, I think the best way to experience a Litespeed is by taking a spin. - Chris Hewings

The Art of Aerodynamics - Working with carbon inspired us to invent an entirely new approach to bicycle design: AeroLogic Technology. It was this integrated design formula that drove the development of our long-awaited new line of carbon bikes, the Archon C-series. AeroLogic features include our new shrouded water bottle mounting (which creates a more efficient, gentle airflow around the frame) as well as the C1’s internal cable routing and the perfect aerodynamic cross-section created at the head and downtubes. Look for AeroLogic and the C-series to open a whole new chapter in Litespeed’s celebrated history.