Psalm Frame Project

Precision CNC machined lugs and custom carbon fiber tubes are the core of this newest version of the Psalm frame. Combined with an aluminum swingarm produced in conjunction with Stinner Frameworks in Santa Barbara, CA, the finished frame is the result of my nearly 30 years of obsession with bicycles.

  • Construction Methods

    The Psalm frame currently in development combines CNC machined lugs with a proprietary double lap joint design with custom carbon fiber tubes.

A mountain bike with a silver frame and purple handlebar grips resting on a dirt trail in a forest.

Reserve Your Frame with a Deposit

Ordering this fully refundable item reserves a new Ministry Cycles Zahn frame for you. This $100 deposit is not the cost of the frame, but only the reservation deposit. This amount will be deducted from the cost of your frame, and you can cancel your reservation for a full refund at any time. Very few frames will be available, so this will helpe me priortize orders.

Unreal Speed at a Real World Price

A few years ago, a company in China named Yueh asked me to design a high-pivot suspension system for them. The frame they created turned out so nice that I asked if I could bring a Ministry Cycles version of it here in North America. The Zahn joins the Ministry family as the first frame to use a more common suspension system as opposed to my 3VO design. That simplicity helps us create a frame that offers outstanding performance at a price more riders can afford. 




A silver and black mountain bike with purple accents is parked on a dirt trail in a lush green forest with ferns and a fallen log.

Specifications

• 140mm (with 210x50mm shock) or 156mm rear travel (with 210x55mm shock)
• Designed for 150-160mm forks
• 6061-T6 frame material
• ZS44/ZS56 headset allows for angle adjust headsets
• SRAM UDH hanger
• Boost 12x148mm rear axle
• Recommended chainring size: 32t
• Seatpost size: 31.6mm
• Seatpost Collar size: 34.9mm
• Standard BSA 73mm threaded bottom bracket
• Included chainguide with ISCG05 compatibility
• 27.5 x 2.7" max rear tire size
• 8x30mm upper shock eyelet spacing, 8x20mm lower shock eyelet spacing
• Frame weight: 3900g / 8.6lbs

  • Technical sizing diagram for a bicycle frame showing labeled parts and dimensions for XS-small, Small-medium, and Medium-large sizes, with a side profile illustration and measurement columns.
  • Leverage Ratio

  • Anti-squat

  • Anti-rise