CERVELO C23 R5 Force eTap AXS D2 Five Black

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.

FASTER IN EVERY DIRECTION
The new R5 frame is 130g lighter than the previous model—a 16% reduction from an already-light frame.  And while aerodynamics weren’t a focus with this frame the way they would be on an S5 or P5, bringing the cables inside reduced drag by 25g.

LESS STIFF, STILL FAST
The R5 is stiff, but not too stiff—the Goldilocks of climbing bikes if you will. Poise, stability, and power transfer that feels “just right” and  keeps you fresh and ready to take on the road ahead.

FORK
Cervélo All-Carbon, Tapered R5 Fork
HEADSET
FSA IS2 1-1/4 x 1-1/2
STEM
Cervélo ST31 Carbon
HANDLEBAR
Cervélo HB13 Carbon, 31.8mm clamp
SEATPOST
Cervélo SP24 Carbon
SADDLE
Prologo Scratch M5 TiRox
SHIFTERS
SRAM Force AXS, 12 speed
BRAKE CALIPERS
SRAM Force
BRAKE ROTOR
SRAM Paceline Centerlock
FRONT DERAILLEUR
SRAM Force AXS, 12 speed
REAR DERAILLEUR
SRAM Force AXS, 12 speed
CASSETTE
SRAM Force, 10-33, 12 Speed
CHAIN
SRAM Force, 12 speed
CRANKSET
SRAM Force AXS, 48/35T, DUB, with power meter
BOTTOM BRACKET
SRAM DUB, BBright
WHEELS
Front: Reserve 34, 23mm IW, Zipp 76, 24H, centerlock, tubeless compatible Rear: Reserve 37, 21.6mm IW, Zipp 176,12x142mm, XDR freehub, 24H, centerlock, tubeless compatible
THRU AXLES
Cervelo Aero Thru-Axles, 12×100/142
TIRES
Vittoria Corsa TLR G 700x25c
MAX TIRE WIDTH (ACTUAL)
34mm
ACCESSORIES
Cervelo Faceplate Front Computer/Accessory Mount, Cervelo Rear Accessory Mount