R5 has one job—get to the top, fast. But for all the glory and fanfare that comes with a summit finish, they’re rarely the only climb of the day. And while a race isn’t usually won on a descent, they can certainly be lost. A climbing bike that can’t carve a hairpin is a bit like a cup of decaf coffee. This is the fourth iteration of the R5, and while weight and stiffness have varied over the years, the handling, poise, and unmatched prowess on a descent have been consistent since day one.
- Cervélo All-Carbon, Tapered R5 Fork
- FSA IS2 1-1/4 x 1-1/2
- New Reserve 34/37mm DT370, 24h (F), 24h (R), 22.6mm IW (F), 21.6mm IW (R), Center-Lock, Tubeless Ready
- Vittoria Corsa TLR G2.0 25c
- Shimano Ultegra 8100 52/36
- JY-BB 24
- Shimano CN-M8100, 12 spd
- Shimano Ultegra Di2 8150, 12 spd
- Shimano Ultegra Di2 8150, 12 spd
- Shimano Ultegra CS-R8100, 12 spd, 11-30
- Shimano Ultegra Di2 8170, 12 spd
- Cervélo ST31 Carbon
- Shimano Ultegra 8170 Hydraulic Disc
- Shimano RT-MT800, 160mm
- Prologo Scratch M5 PAS TiRox
- Cervelo SP24 Seatpost
- Cervelo Faceplate Front Computer/Accessory Mount, Cervelo Rear Accessory Mount