Kappstein Ruphus ProLine Chainring: Precision Meets Style
The Kappstein Ruphus ProLine chainring is the ultimate upgrade for cyclists seeking elite performance and striking design. As the perfect counterpart to the Sprocket ProLine, this chainring is optimized for
1/2" x 11/128" chains, delivering seamless power transfer for track cycling, Fixed Gear, and singlespeed riders. Designed by Munich-based product designer and bike enthusiast Raphael Krome, the Ruphus ProLine blends cutting-edge engineering with a bold aesthetic, making it a favorite among competitive cyclists and urban riders alike.
Crafted from 7075-T6 aluminum and fully CNC-machined in our Gotha, Germany facility, the Ruphus ProLine combines lightweight construction with exceptional durability. Its hard-anodized coating provides a surface up to three times harder than standard aluminum chainrings, rivaling the toughness of Kappstein’s stainless steel sprockets. Paired with our exclusive Round-Teeth-Design, this chainring ensures superior chain retention, reduced wear, and smoother performance, even under the intense demands of professional racing.
Why Choose the Ruphus ProLine?
Part of Kappstein’s renowned ProLine series, developed in collaboration with Germany’s FES for the 2016 Olympics, the Ruphus ProLine is trusted by the German national track cycling team and top athletes worldwide. Its advanced technology and sleek black finish make it the go-to choice for cyclists who demand both performance and style. Elevate your ride with the chainring that powers champions.
Key Features:
- ProLine Performance: Engineered for competitive cycling, optimized for
1/2" x 11/128" chains.
- Round-Teeth-Design: Wider, rounded teeth for enhanced chain fit, efficiency, and durability.
- Hard-Anodized Coating: Up to three times harder than standard aluminum for superior wear resistance.
- Designed by Raphael Krome: Combines bold aesthetics with cycling passion from a celebrated designer.
- Made in Germany: 100% CNC-machined in Gotha, with coatings applied by regional specialists.
Specifications:
- Application: Track Cycling, Fixed Gear, Singlespeed
- Material: 7075-T6 Aluminum
- Bolt Circle Diameter: 5 x 144 mm
- Teeth Options: 47T, 49T–52T
- Chain Compatibility: 1/2" x 11/128" (compatible with Shimano, KMC, or Connex chains)
- Coating: Hard-Anodized
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Color: Black, natural/beige (can slightly vary as it is the natural color of hard anodizing)
- Manufacturing: 100% Made in Germany (coating by regional specialists)
Important Note:
For optimal performance, use the Ruphus ProLine exclusively with a Shimano, KMC, or Connex 11-speed chain and a Kappstein Sprocket ProLine.
About Kappstein’s Round-Teeth-Design & ProLine Series:
The Round-Teeth-Design redefines chainring technology with wider, rounded teeth that improve chain retention, power transmission, and durability, making it a hallmark of all Kappstein chainrings and sprockets. The ProLine series, including the Ruphus ProLine, Elite chainring, and Sprocket ProLine, is engineered for competitive cycling. Developed with FES for the 2016 Olympics, these components have powered athletes to gold medals at numerous Olympics, World, Asian, and European Championships, offering unmatched smoothness, stiffness, and reliability.
Manufacturer:
Kappstein GmbH & Co. KG
Südstraße 15, Gebäude 14
99867 Gotha
Germany
info@kappstein.de