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Version 13.0 (13.5) Update

BikeCAD Pro version 13.0 was released October 16, 2016. Version 13 includes the following enhancements:

  • Icons in the graphical user interface are now scalable.
  • Distributed as a native package for either Mac or PC which means you do not need to have Java installed. The PC version is distributed in a folder containing two setup files: a 32 bit and a 64 bit version. The 32 bit version will work on any Windows OS. The 64 bit version is only for 64 bit machines. You only need to install one.
  • Add paint schemes or hand draw extra features on the bike using Freehand drawing tool.
  • Dropper seatposts
  • Constant diameter seatposts
  • Discontinuous seat tube option for beam bike design
  • Cable guides can be located from either end of the tube
  • Define a custom aspect ratio for drawings.
  • Toe clearance dimension from ISO 4210-2: 4.13.2.2
  • New steering geometry related dimension from ISO 4210-2: Annex A, b)
  • Option to show Motor cabinet for Shimano E6000 series STEPS system.
  • New Paragon flat mount dropouts (DR2070, DR2071, DR2074, DR2075, DR2085, DR2086)
  • New Paragon flat mount inserts for Polydrops (PA462, PA464, PA466, PA468)
  • New dropouts from Field Cycles.
  • New Constrain to single monitor option added to ensure dialog boxes will still be visible within a single monitor after using BikeCAD in a dual monitor setup.
  • Snapshot tool is disabled by default. Can be re-enabled as described here.
  • Display up to 12 sprockets in the rear cassette.
  • New dimensions called Head tube bottom extension created to account for fixtures that use a Head tube bottom dimension that is taken some offset below the bottom of the head tube.
  • Additional brand logos.

BikeCAD Pro version 13.5 was released December 23, 2017. Version 13.5 includes the following enhancements:

  • More built in drawings for various rear dropouts.
  • Show frame pump.
  • Include stem, headset spacers and pump in paint scheme.
  • Accommodate different belt drive systems by specifying distance between teeth (belt pitch).
  • Option to add Bafang MM G360.250 electric drive.
  • Show minimum tube length dimension in the Tube tab of the Dimensions dialog box.
  • Show several new saddle to handlebar measurements in the Rider tab of the Dimensions dialog box.
  • Specify thru axle in front fork.
  • Steel bridge for Pinion gearbox can now be displayed in addition to already existing aluminium bridge.
  • Improved Spanish translation
  • Generic flat mount disc brakes included in standard library of brakes.
  • Customize the size of the input fields.
  • Additional brand logos.

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