All Season Road
Our flagship model, the bike that started it all, ridden to two victories of the Trans Continental Race. The Strael is our four seasons road bike.
A bike designed with as little compromise as possible; the tube set and handling of a steel race bike with the function, utility and practicality of an audax bike. If riding on tarmac is your thing, then this could be the only bike you need. Fast and efficient with incredible comfort.
It has confidence inspiring handling when descending and cornering at speed, with the tube forming and geometry working in harmony. We felt it would be difficult to improve on the Strael 2.0, so it has taken two years of development to further push the design forward; requiring new factories, new tooling, new tubing and new process.
It’s a fantastic product that showcases what is possible with the material, while offering unrivaled functionality and detailing.
Strael 3.0 Frameset
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Strael 3.0 Full Bike
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Strael 3.0 Features
Details Matter – Beautiful and Functional
Bentley x Fairlight custom machined dropouts. Options for Shimano direct mount and SRAM Transmission.
3d printed modular cable routing. Skilled manufacturing. Beautiful paint.
A huge amount of care goes into the design and manufacture of every Fairlight.
Ultra-distance pedigree.
2 x Transcontinental Race Winning Bike!
Ridden to victory by James Hayden in the 2017 and 2018 editions of the Transcontinenal Race.
The Strael is a favourite amongst ultra-distance athletes due to its combination of comfort, efficiency and practicality.
Custom Reynolds 853 Tubing – made for Fairlight
Reynolds have been our valued partner since we started in 2016. Their reputation for quality and integrity is legendary. We work hand in glove with them, allowing us to design comfort, stiffness, and longevity into our bikes.
Custom Options
Configure your perfect bike. We offer a carefully curated selection of the highest quality components.
Build something that is beautiful, practical, and ideal for your needs.
4 Season Practicality
Ride all seasons. Full mudguard compatibility, 36m tyre clearance, compliant and comfortable.
Designed to be your ‘best bike’ and your “winter bike”.
Pushing the boundaries of steel bike design
Heavily flattened chainstays and skinny top tube provide comfort. Bi-ovalised down tube for pedalling power transfer. Extensive shaping provides class leading clearances.
Craftsmanship inside and out
High quality welds and brazing throughout. We partner with the highest quality frame builders in Taiwan. Masters of their trade.
Phosphate dipped and ED-coated for industry leading rust protection.
Hand finished with multiple layers of the highest quality paint.
Full Dynamo Compatibility
We’ve carefully designed internal routing for full dynamo compatibility.
Super-clean dynamo installations. Our custom CNC machined rear light holder adds beauty and functionality.
Great reviews from the leading Magazines
We’re proud that the Strael has been incredibly well reviewed by some of the most respected cycling magazines in the world.
Anraed Fork – Custom Designed
Anraed 3.0 fork – designed from scratch. Made just for us.
Great clearances for up to 36mm tyres.
Tapered steerer tube allows for stiffness and precise steering.
Internally routed for brake hose and dynamo installations.
Full mudguard compatibility.
Bosses for front dynamo lights.
Modular Cable Guides – Super-clean builds
We designed our 3D printed modular cable guide system from scratch. Different cable guides for different builds ensure a clean and minimal bike build.
Detailed Design Notes
The best way to learn about the Strael 3.0 is to read the detailed design notes. They are testament to the care and thoughtful consideration we put into designing and manufacturing our products
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Build Options
A summary of our base spec build options and pricing. All bikes are fully configurable. Upgrades including Hope or Chris King headsets, Son dynamo installations, alternative wheels (Hunt, Hope & DT Swiss), alternative tyre options and even King Cage bottle cages. Every bike is assembled from start to finish by a single mechanic and built just for you.
- Full Bike
Shimano 105 R7120
from: £2,549 - Wheels
DT Swiss E 1800
- Tyres
Continental Gatorskin
- Finishing Kit
FSA Vero Bars, Omega Stem, Gossamer Post
- Full Bike
Shimano 105 Di2 R7170
from: £3,299 - Wheels
Hunt 4 Season Disc Pro
- Tyres
Continental GP 5000
- Finishing Kit
FSA Gossamer Bars, Energy Stem, SL-K Carbon Post
- Full Bike
Shimano Ultegra Di2 R8170
from: £4,049 - Wheels
Hunt 4 Season Disc Pro
- Tyres
Continental GP 5000
- Finishing Kit
FSA Gossamer Bars, Energy Stem, SL-K Carbon Post
- Full Bike
Shimano DuraAce Di2 R9270
from: £4,999 - Wheels
Hunt 4 Season Disc Pro
- Tyres
Continental GP 5000
- Finishing Kit
FSA Gossamer Bars, Energy Stem, SL-K Carbon Post
- Frameset
Frameset only
from: £1,399 - Fork
Fairlight Anraed 3.0 Full Carbon
- Frame Parts
Thru axle, CNC dropouts
- Configurations
1x or 2x Mechanical, Di2, Wireless. Modular 3D printed cable guides
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Strael 3.0 Build Gallery
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Lookbooks
Strael 3.0 Plum Lookbook
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Strael 3.0 Monochrome Lookbook
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Strael 3.0 Black Lookbook
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Strael 3.0 Dropout Guide
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Proportional Geometry
Better fitting bikes
All Fairlight bikes have been thoughtfully conceived with the rider in mind. Everybody is different; our bikes are designed to account for differences in body proportions, not just overall height. We call this ‘proportional geometry’. We offer all of our frame sizes in (R)egular and (T)all versions so that you can achieve your perfect fit.
R – Regular
Lower at the front and longer in reach. Designed for people with shorter legs and a longer back but just as suitable for riders wanting a lower and racier riding position.
T – Tall
Higher at the front and shorter in reach. Designed for people with longer legs and a shorter back but also appropriate for riders who want a more upright riding position.
View full geometry Find your fit
| A | Top Tube Horizontal | 536 mm |
|---|---|---|
| B | Seat Tube (BB to top ST) | 510 mm |
| C | Seat Tube Angle | 74 ° |
| D | Head Tube Angle | 72 ° |
| E | Chainstay Length | 418 mm |
| F | Fork Rake | 45 mm |
| G | Wheelbase | 993 mm |
| H | Trail - 700 x 28 Tyres | 63 mm |
| I | Bottom Bracket Drop | 68 mm |
| J | Front Center Distance | 585 mm |
| K | Head Tube Length | 110 mm |
| L | Stack | 530 mm |
| M | Reach | 383 mm |
| N | Standover Height (with 700x28 tyres) | 764 mm |
| Fork Length - Axle to Crown | 381 mm |
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51R 51T 54R 54T 56R 56T 58R 58T 61R 61T
Reviews & Awards
Cycling News - 5 Stars - "the Fairlight Strael 3.0 is a true forever bike worthy of every accolade…If i was in the market for a new bike this is what I'd be buying"
Road.cc - 5 Stars - "I didn't think the Strael 2.0 could be improved on, but Dom and the team at Fairlight have achieved it! The Strael 3.0 is a beautiful bike to ride, just simply stunning".
Cyclist Magazine - 5 Stars - "The third generation of British manufacturer Fairlight's Strael steel road bike, is all-season, all-distance and all conquering!"
Bike Radar - 5 Stars - "the Fairlight Strael 3.0 would be my pick of the steel disc brake road bikes on the market today..I simply cannot imagine wanting more from a steel road bike."
Cycling Weekly - 5 Stars - "With much reflection it’s still hard to imagine where it could be improved.. Certainly a bike for the long haul. Quite possibly one for the ages too."
Cycling News Awards - Road Bike Group Test - EDITOR'S CHOICE - "The closest we could get to choosing an overall winner was when we all agreed that if we all had to buy one of the bikes..."
Road.cc - OVERALL BIKE OF THE YEAR 2021/22 - "We debated it at length among our team of reviewers before concluding that the Fairlight Strael 3.0 should come out on top."
Bike Radar Podcast - DREAM BIKE - Bike Radar ‘Senior Technical Editor’ Ashley Quinlan picks his personal Strael 3.0 as one of his three money-no-object dream bikes..."absolutely fantastic..."
Just Ride Bikes - Watch Dave's in-depth rider video review..."I love a good steel road bike and this is probably the BEST I've ever ridden."
Information
Specifications
We carefully select our components to match our bikes' functional ethos. Components marked [C] are configurable on the 'Buy Now' page.
Shimano 105 R7120 Shimano 105 Di2 R7170 Shimano Ultegra Di2 R8170 Shimano Dura Ace Di2 R9270 Frameset only
Technical Details
| Frame | Tubes made in Birmingham, England. Frames hand-built in Taiwan Full Reynolds frame including a custom butted and formed Reynolds 853 front triangle and Reynolds 725 rear triangle |
| Fork | Fairlight Anraed 3 100x12mm full carbon Fork with 1.1/2"-1.1/8" tapered steerer. Internal dynamo routing |
| Components | Front and rear Fairlight axles. Fairlight 3D printed cable guide. Bentley x Fairlight Mk.2 142x12mm flat-mount dropouts |
| Mounts | 3 sets of bottle bosses Front and rear mudguard mounts Rear rack mounts |
| Compatibility | Compatible with Shimano, SRAM and Campagnolo road and gravel groupsets Internal routing for front and rear dynamo lamps. Drive and non-drive mounting options. See design notes Bottom bracket - 68mm threaded BSA Chainsets - Compatible with all 2x road chainsets. 46T max 1x Front Mech - 28.6mm band-on Seatpost - 27.2mm Seatpost clamp - 29.8mm or 30mm Rotors - 160mm max front and rear SHIS Headset specification – ZS44/28.6 | EC44/40 |
| Tyre Clearance | Max measured width – 700 x 36 Max with guards 700 x 28 (35mm guards) Max with guards 700 x 32 (45mm guards - modified) Not designed for use of treaded tyres |
| Rider Weight Limit | Rider weight Limit – 105kg (51R - 58T) / 115kg (61R - 61T) Combined max luggage on bike – 15kg / 25kg (61R - 61T) Individual Loading Max Fork – N/A Rear Rack – 15kg / 25kg (61R - 61T) Total weight limit – Rider + Luggage – 105kg / 115kg (61R - 61T) |
| Warranty | 5 Year warranty on Frame & Forks. 2 year warranty on components. Limited to original purchaser. More details here |
Framebag Guide
If you are planning on fitting a frame bag to your Strael then you can use the below guide sheet to get all the dimensions you need. It includes all front triangle inside measurements and angles, as well as downtube safe zones for straps for full frame bags.
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If you are planning on fitting a frame bag to your Strael then you can use the below guide sheet to get all the dimensions you need. It includes all front triangle inside measurements and angles, as well as downtube safe zones for straps for full frame bags.
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If you are planning on fitting a frame bag to your Strael then you can use the below guide sheet to get all the dimensions you need. It includes all front triangle inside measurements and angles, as well as downtube safe zones for straps for full frame bags.
