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, 12x100/142, 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