Pashley Pathfinder (Low-Step Frame)
Pashley Pathfinder (Low-Step Frame)
Introducing the Pashley Pathfinder, a contemporary bicycle beautifully hand-crafted in Britain and built for everyday adventure. Equally suited to city commutes or country escapes, the Pathfinder is crafted from the highest quality Reynolds steel, giving you a lightweight yet durable bicycle which marries modern engineering with a touch of retro elegance to embody the perfect blend of tradition and innovation.
Reflecting the spirit of the open road, the Pathfinder is crafted for the rider who appreciates the finer details of a dependable and versatile machine, which is as comfortable conquering the urban commute as it is on the weekend spin to the coffee shop.
Hand-brazed with a considered blend of Reynolds 725, 631 and 525 butted steel tubes and 3D printed stainless steel lugs, the Pathfinder frame is lightweight, durable and comfortable.
Available in a diamond (view HERE) or low step frame, the Pathfinder is outfitted with high-volume semi-slick tyres, offering an exceptional balance of speed and grip on varied surfaces, making it equally at home on smooth surfaces or gravel paths.
The full-length, colour-matched double-walled alloy mudguards not only enhance its classic aesthetic, but also provide superior protection against the elements, ensuring a clean and comfortable ride in any weather.
With a wide-range Shimano 1 x 11 gearset, the Pathfinder effortlessly adapts to any terrain, whether it’s a steep city climb or a gentle country lane. The addition of hydraulic brakes provides reliable, responsive stopping power, giving you the confidence to ride anywhere with precision and control.
Fully equipped, refined and stylish, the Pathfinder is an exceptional bicycle for the everyday.
View the electric version of this bike HERE.
We have a demonstrator of this bike in store - call us on 01789 290703, email or use our test ride booking form HERE.
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Lightweight and dependable
The frame combines traditional hand-brazing methods to meticulously combine Reynolds 725,631 and 525 butted steel tubes with intricate 3D printed stainless steel lugs and Thru-Axle dropouts to enhance stiffness. This unique blend is key to creating an exciting and dynamic ride. Ensuring your Pathfinder frame is with you for the long run, every frame is electro-coated before painting for extra peace of mind.
Handmade in Stratford-upon-Avon
The Pathfinder has been designed and is lovingly hand-crafted at our factory in Stratford-upon-Avon. From the precision brazing of the Reynolds steel frame to the careful assembly of the Shimano gears and hydraulic disc brakes, our master craftsmen ensure every detail honours Pashley’s proud tradition for beautifully built British bicycles that are unmatched in style and quality.
Frame
The frame combines traditional hand-brazing methods with 3D printed steel lugs and stiffness enhancing Thru-Axle dropouts
Lugs
To produce shapes and strength previously impossible, we use 3D printed elements to create the components that add strength and style to the frame.
Fork
The full carbon fork is manufactured with a tapered steerer tube which adds stiffness and confidence to your steering input whilst the blades of the fork have mounting points to accept our own design of Porteur rack.
Brakes
Offering great modulation and control, hydraulic disc brakes give excellent braking confidence on long descents.
Gears
Allowing you to tackle a wide range of gradients, the front 39t Alfine chainset is combined with an 11-43t cassette to give a simple to use and broad spread of gears.
Mudguards
Extruded aluminium mudguards are profiled to follow the smooth lines of the Pathfinder. Mudguards are colour matched to the frameset.
Saddle
The B17 has been an iconic part of the Brooks saddle range for over 100 years. Renowned for its performance for all disciplines of cycling. The leather allows the saddle to breathe and form to your shape over time becoming uniquely comfortable. With handy rear luggage loops.
Stand
A sturdy ‘kick-down’ propstand allows you to stand your bicycle upright with ease.
Grips
Hand-stitched by English craftsmen, these grips are made from fine aniline bridle leather that is durable yet supple, and finished with highly-polished stainless steel end caps.
Tyres
Producing grip on and off road, the high volume Panaracer Gravel King tyres are smooth and comfortable on a variety of surfaces. Matched to tubeless ready rims, the tyres can easily be converted to run without innertubes. The tyres are built with a retro-inspired tan sidewall.
Frame Size
S frame size = 27.5 - 31.5" inside leg M frame size = 30 - 34" inside leg L frame size = 32 - 36" inside leg
To select the correct frame size for you, first measure your inside leg length (from the sole of your foot to the inner top of your thigh) in inches.
Specification
Colour: Ash Green or Trail Stone
Gears: Shimano Cues 11 Speed Derailleur. 11-43T cassette
Frame: Specially selected combination of Reynolds butted steel tubes (725, 631, & 525). Additive manufactured (3D printed) seat-stay junction, Straight headtube with 44mm headset. Unique Pashley Thru-Axle dropouts (12X142mm). Prop-stand plate. x2 Bottle cage mounts
Fork: Full Carbon Fork, Tapered Steerer 1,1/2, 1,1/8. 12x100 Thru Axle. Pashley Porteur rack compatible
Saddle (Diamond Frame): Brooks B17 Honey
Saddle (Low-Step Frame): Brooks B17s Honey
Handlebar: Polished Aluminium (6061 T6) Handlebar. 31.8 diameter clamp. 40mm rise, 38 degree backsweep, 640 width.
Stem: Polished aluminium (60mm)
Seat Post: Polished aluminium (27.2mm)
Brakes: Shimano MT201 Hydraulic Disc Brakes. 160mm rotors
Wheels: 700c Aluminium Rim (23mm internal width, Tubeless ready) laced to Shimano RS470 hubs using Sapim double butted stainless spokes (28H)
Tyres: Panaracer Gravel King Semi Slick 40c. Tan sidewall
Mudguards: Extruded Aluminium mudguard profile colour matched to frameset
Pedals: MKS Sylvan Stream
Crankset: Shimano Alfine Polished crankset (39T) with guard
Stand: Centrally mounted ‘flip-down’ sprung prop-stand.
Bell: Polished brass "ping" bell
Grips: Hand-made leather grips with CNC machined stainless steel endcaps.
Front Carrier: Optional front Porteur carrier available
Rear Carrier: Stronglight rear pannier rack with integrated rear mudguard
Weight: 13Kg