{"product_id":"crupi-catalina-2-0-expert-xl-race-frame","title":"Crupi Catalina 2.0 Expert XL Race Bike Frame","description":"\u003ch1\u003eCrupi Catalina 2.0 Expert XL Race Bike Frame\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eDescription\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  The Crupi Catalina 2.0 Expert XL Race Frame is a completely redesigned BMX race frame built for riders ready to step up their game. Featuring race-winning geometry, wrap-around seat stays, a slightly shorter seat tube, and a new built-in Disc Adapter - this frame is engineered from the ground up for speed and durability. With a 20.25\" top tube, it's designed specifically for riders standing 5'0\" to 5'4\", making it the smallest 20\" frame Crupi produces and an ideal transitional frame for growing racers.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  Every Catalina 2.0 Expert XL is hand built in the USA using seamless drawn 6061 T6 butted aluminum tubing, ensuring a lightweight yet exceptionally strong platform that competitive BMX riders demand. This frame is compatible with both V-Brakes and hydraulic disc brakes (via the Crupi Disc Adapter kit), giving riders serious versatility when setting up their perfect race machine.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRace-Winning Geometry:\u003c\/strong\u003e Proven competitive geometry carried over and refined in the 2.0 update for maximum speed on the track.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e20.25\" Top Tube:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sized for riders 5'0\" to 5'4\" - the smallest 20\" frame in the Crupi lineup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e6061 T6 Butted Tubing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Seamless drawn aluminum construction delivers a strong, lightweight frame built for BMX racing demands.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWrap-Around Seat Stays:\u003c\/strong\u003e New design for improved rear-end stiffness and strength over the previous model.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt-In Disc Adapter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Eliminates the need for axle-mounted adapters - compatible with Tektro, TRP Evo, TRP Slate, and all Shimano hydraulic disc brake kits (120mm rotor required).\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eV-Brake Compatible:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brake posts are included for use with all standard V-Brakes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTear-Drop Chain Stay Tubes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shaped for a very strong and stiff rear end, optimizing power transfer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSquare Down Tubes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Larger diameter square-shaped down tubes add stiffness and strength to the front triangle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eParallel 3\/8\" (10mm) Axle Slots:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ground-parallel dropout slots keep frame geometry consistent regardless of rear wheel position.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThicker 3D Drop-Outs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Extra stiffness for disc brake use while still accommodating standard chain tensioners for easy rear wheel installation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1-1\/8\" Integrated Headtube:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compatible with integrated headsets; great for riders ready for a stronger fork and stem setup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHand Built in the USA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Every frame is individually crafted at Crupi's facility - authentic American-made quality.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eColor Options \u0026amp; Which to Choose\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlack Frame:\u003c\/strong\u003e A sleek, classic race look that pairs with any decal color. The go-to choice for riders who want a bold, aggressive appearance on the track.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhite Frame:\u003c\/strong\u003e A clean, eye-catching base that makes decal colors pop. Ideal for riders who want a bright, standout look at the starting gate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCrupi Catalina 2.0 Expert XL Race Frame\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  Crupi has been a trusted name in BMX racing for decades, and the Catalina 2.0 Expert XL is a testament to that legacy. Every frame is hand built in the USA with the kind of craftsmanship and attention to detail that competitive riders and demanding parents alike can rely on season after season. The updated geometry, improved rear stays, and integrated disc adapter show that Crupi continues to evolve with the sport rather than rest on its reputation. For racers in that critical transitional size range, there's no better platform to grow into serious competition. Whether your rider is pushing for podiums at local tracks or competing at national-level events, this frame delivers the stiffness, strength, and precision that race results are built on.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"custom-product-faq\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eView Product Specs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003ctable border=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTop Tube Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20.25\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRider Height Range\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5'0\" to 5'4\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFrame Material\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSeamless Drawn 6061 T6 Butted Aluminum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHeadtube Standard\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1-1\/8\" Integrated\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAxle Slot Size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3\/8\" (10mm), parallel to ground\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDisc Brake Compatibility\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTektro, TRP Evo, TRP Slate, all Shimano hydraulic kits (requires Crupi Disc Adapter kit and 120mm rotor)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eV-Brake Compatibility\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes - brake posts included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCountry of Origin\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSA (hand built)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAssembly Required\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes - frame only, build required\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eShipping Method\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard ground shipping (boxed frame)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"custom-product-faq\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eDoes this frame come with a headset or disc brake adapter included?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-content\"\u003eNo - the Catalina 2.0 Expert XL frame is sold as a frame only. The built-in disc adapter is part of the frame's dropout design, but you will need to purchase Crupi's separate Disc Adapter Kit (compatible with Tektro, TRP, and Shimano hydraulic systems) and a 120mm rotor for proper disc brake fit. A Crupi Factory Integrated Headset is also sold separately and recommended for this frame.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhich disc brake brands are compatible with this frame?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-content\"\u003eWith Crupi's Disc Adapter Kit and a 120mm rotor, this frame is compatible with Tektro, TRP Evo, TRP Slate, and all Shimano hydraulic disc brake kits. Note that Hope, Avid, and all mechanical disc brake kits are NOT compatible with this frame's disc adapter system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat size rider is the Expert XL frame designed for?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-content\"\u003eThe Catalina 2.0 Expert XL is designed for riders between 5'0\" and 5'4\" tall. It features a 20.25\" top tube and is the smallest 20\" frame in the Crupi lineup, making it a great transitional frame for riders who are ready to move up to a stronger fork and stem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eIs this frame made in the USA?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-content\"\u003eYes - every Crupi frame is hand built in the USA. Because they are individually crafted, frames are often sold out or made to order. 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