Evolved from the Racemax Italia racing gravel machine, every detail, from design to construction, has been re-engineered and refined.
Featuring new geometry with increased tire clearance up to 51mm WAM, integrated downtube storage and a rear light housed inside the seatpost.
Made in Italy, with Jazz Carbon.
The Racemax² Italia is produced in 3T's Presezzo factory, starting from dry carbon fibre wound automatically using the filament winding technique, followed by resin application through Resin Transfer Moulding.
This is what teey call Jazz Carbon.
Tire Clearance - Up To 51mm WAM
Since the launch of the first Racemax in 2020, tire trends have shifted towards wider profiles.
The Racemax² Italia now accommodates tires with a real width of up to 51 mm (Width-as-Measured) with 1x setups and up to 48 mm with 2x configurations.
Internal Storage And Integrated Rear Light
The clean design is enhanced by two new integration features:
The downtube houses a storage compartment that shields tools and tubes from the elements, with a wide opening and a secure and stable Fidlock closure.
The seatpost now integrates a practical rear light, perfectly aligned with the frame's design.
1.5% Faster Than The Previous Generation
Despite a slightly wider frontal area due to tyre size, simulations show that the Racemax² Italia is even more aerodynamic, with a measurable gain of 1.5%.
This improvement comes from even cleaner lines and details, such as front caliper bolts shielded by a cover plate.
Jazz Carbon Inside
Technically, our process is called Filament Winding Bladder-Assisted Resin Transfer Moulding, based on two core technologies:
1. Automated winding of dry carbon fibre (Filament Winding) to create complex shapes.
2. Direct resin application inside the mould (Resin Transfer Moulding), instead of using pre-impregnated sheets.
In short? Jazz Carbon.
Realfast Geometry
Within the 3T lineup, the Racemax² Italia represents the most race-oriented gravel bike, built to perform at its best on fast and smooth surfaces.
Its geometry stays true to the principles of "realfast gravel", an ideal balance between performance and comfort that allows every racer to maintain peak efficiency for longer. Compared to the first-generation Racemax Italia, handling has been refined with a steeper head angle, stability enhanced through a bigger bottom bracket drop and revised fork offset, while responsiveness benefits from shorter 420 mm chainstays.
Realfast Aerodynamics
The same applies to aerodynamics: starting with favourite tires, then engineered a perfectly fitting front and rear wheel cutout (with mud clearance, of course) and a closely trailing 75-mm base downtube to catch the airflow coming off the front tires and shield the water bottles at the same time.
3T added a super-narrow headtube (now with a nose), a multi-shape fork with shielded calliper bolts and aero details from seatstay to seatpost. Most importantly, they engineered this for realistic riding speeds, wind speeds, tire widths, bottle positions and even for mud.
Engineered And Optimised Around Real Tire Measures
Their mantra has always been: "It all starts with the tires."
They are the foundation of our frame design, which is why they also defined a reliable way to measure them - WAM (Width-as-Measured) and RAM (Radius-as-Measured). Realfast aerodynamics means this too: REAL measures, not theory.
The Racemax² Italia features a maximum tire clearance of 51mm WAM (48mm for 2x setups) and 363mm RAM.
This frame has been engineered and aerodynamically optimised to deliver its best performance in combination with tires ranging from 41 to 51mm WAM.
Narrow Headtube
3T designed an aerodynamically shaped front end with a particularly slim profile, adding a nose to minimize the frontal surface, and increase aerodynamic efficiency.
Additionally, the new fork design features advanced details such as entirely new aero-shaped legs and a compact upper arch, delivering increased precision and improved handling.
Ceramicspeed SLT Headset
Inside a slim head tube, similar in size to that of a road bike and ideal for optimal aerodynamic performance, they've integrated oversized CeramicSpeed SLT bearings (44x33 top and 52x42 bottom) to ensure maximum stiffness and durability.
Downtube Shape And Storage
The upper section (neck) measures 55mm and features a wheel cut-out for perfect tire alignment, while the lower section is 75mm wide, designed to streamline airflow not only around the bottles but also around the tools stored in the integrated storage compartment.
The Fidlock mini-hook locking mechanism ensures super-easy opening and secure closure with just a click, while the Missgrape-developed neoprene bag guarantees silent, stable load carrying. It's also easy to remove thanks to the integrated handle.
3T More - Intterale Technology
The proprietary D-shaped steering tube routes all cables internally while maintaining a minimal headset design. Paired with the More stem, it offers maximum aerodynamic efficiency, a clean look, and a narrow frontal area, making assembly and adjustment easy.
The two-piece design allows fine-tuning of handlebar angle or swapping stem lengths (±1 cm) without disconnecting or bleeding brake hoses.
Compatible only with electronic groupsets.
Chainring 1X Up To 52T
Up to 52T using 3T Torno Wide (1X configuration), any GRX Di2 2X and Campagnolo 2x13 up to 52/36.
Tail Light Integrated Light System
Racemax² Italia seatpost integrates a rear light system with 5 modes and a memory function, offering up to 25 lumens and up to 15 hours of runtime in strobe mode.
The light can be easily removed and reinstalled for charging via the built-in USB-A plug.
A cover plate is included with every frame kit and complete bike, to be used when a rear bikepacking bag is installed.
Fork Cover
Fork cover. The front caliper mounting bolts are seamlessly integrated into the fork thanks to a painted cover.
UDH Compatibility
Designed only for electronic groupsets.
Specs
Frame: Racemax² Italia Integrale (UDH). Integrated storage with Fidlock closure system
Frame material: Jazz Carbon: 3T's in-house filament-winding using a combination of high-strength/high-stiffness fibers, combined with RTM resin injection. Made in Italy
Fork: 3T Fango RaceMax² Integrale with compact crown
Headset: Ceramic Speed SLT 44/33 (36/45deg) I 52/42 (45/45deg)
Thru-axle: 100x12mm front / 142x12mm rear (specific for UDH dropout)
Handlebar: 3T Aeroghiaia Integrale LTD (Size S/M: 40cm, L/XL: 42cm)
Stem: 3T More, K-Edge GPS mount included (Size S: 80mm, M: 90mm, L: 100mm, XL: 110mm)
Seatpost: 3T Racemax² Italia seatpost for Ritchey clamp with integrated light system
Bar tape: 3T Prendo Speed
Bottle cage: 3T Carbon front load water bottle cage
