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.
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.
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.
SIZES - 48, 51, 54, 56, 58, 61
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 Nack
SHIFTERS - SRAM Red AXS, 12 speed
BRAKE CALIPERS - SRAM Red
BRAKE ROTOR - SRAM CLX R Centerlock
FRONT DERAILLEUR - SRAM Red AXS, 12 speed
REAR DERAILLEUR - SRAM Red AXS, 12 speed
CASSETTE - SRAM Red, 10-33, 12 Speed
CHAIN - SRAM Red, 12 speed
CRANKSET - SRAM Red AXS, 48/35T, DUB, with power meter
BOTTOM BRACKET - SRAM DUB Ceramic, BBright
WHEELS - Reserve 34/37
THRU AXLES - Cervelo Aero Thru-Axles, 12x100/142
TIRES - Vittoria Corsa TLR G 700x25c
MAX TIRE WIDTH (ACTUAL) - 34mm
ACCESSORIES - Cervelo Faceplate Front Computer/Accessory Mount, Cervelo Rear Accessory Mount