WHAT GOES UP MUST COME DOWN
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.
Fork Cervélo All-Carbon, Tapered R5 Fork
Headset FSA IS2 1-1/4 x 1-1/2
Seatpost Cervelo SP24 Seatpost
Shifters SRAM Force eTap AXS HRD 12 spd
Rear Derailleur SRAM Force eTap AXS 12 spd
Front Derailleur SRAM Force eTap AXS 12 spd
Brake Calipers SRAM Force HRD
Brake Rotors SRAM Paceline 160mm
Thru Axles Cervelo Aero Thru-Axles, 12×100/142, Removable Handle
Crankset SRAM Force AXS 48/35 with Power Meter
Bottom Bracket SRAM Dub
Handlebar Cervélo HB13 Carbon
Stem Cervélo ST31L Carbon
Saddle Prologo Scratch M5 PAS TiRox
Cassette SRAM Force 12s XG1270, 10-33
Chain SRAM Force, 12 spd
Wheels New Reserve 34/37mm DT370 XDR, 24h (F), 24h (R), 22.6mm IW (F), 21.6mm IW (R), Center-Lock, Tubeless Ready
Tires Vittoria Corsa TLR G2.0 25c
Accessories Cervelo Faceplate Front Computer/Accessory Mount, Cervelo Rear Accessory Mount