Perfect balance
When developing the Ultimate, our goal was to strike the perfect balance between lightness, stiffness, comfort, robustness, and aerodynamics. The result? The most balanced, best-value road bike on the scene.
An all-new, adjustable and adaptable cockpit
As well as interchangeable drops, our groundbreaking CP0048 Aerocockpit places a wide range of fine fit adjustments and gear integration options in your hands. Dialling in your fit is precise and fast, with 20 mm of height and 50 mm of width adjustment with no cutting required. Plus, the new Gear Groove interface provides a solid platform for mounting a range of accessories quickly, from aero bars to computer mounts (available separately).
PACE - Performance Adaptive Cockpit Ecosystem
From more upright and comfortable to low and aero, switch between cockpit setups in minutes using the Ultimate's interchangeable drops. As standard, the Ultimate uses the more balanced Classic Drops – with narrower Aero Drops available as an aftermarket extra for a slammed, compact, pro-inspired riding position with a longer effective reach.
Aerodynamically optimised
On the road, from just 14 kph, aerodynamic drag is the largest force holding you back. So we optimised the frame forms for minimum drag, through an exhaustive process of wind tunnel testing in collaboration with aero experts at Swiss Side. We also integrated the headtube/fork area as much as possible for extra aero gains.
High-end carbon layup
To make a frame with a class-leading stiffness-to-weight ratio, you need to use an advanced mix of carbon fibre materials. We precisely optimised the frame’s wall thickness and chose the exact fibres required for incredible stiffness and huge strength.
A watt-saving, comfortable carbon aero seatpost
The Ultimate looks even cleaner and sleeker with this clamp design. The clamp is hidden away in the seat tube, so there’s no extra drag. We combine it with a D-shaped seatpost to reduce air resistance in the seat tube area to an absolute minimum. Plus, it’s also simple to adjust so you can easily find your perfect riding position thanks to independent setback and tilt adjustment.