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 Cervélo SP24 Carbon

Left Shifter/Brake SRAM Red AXS, 12 speed

Right Shifter/Brake SRAM Red AXS, 12 speed

Rear Derailleur SRAM Red AXS, 12 speed

Front Derailleur SRAM Red AXS, 12 speed

Brake Calipers SRAM Red

Thru Axles Cervélo Aero Thru-Axles, 12x100/142

Crankset SRAM Red AXS, 48/35T, DUB, with power meter

Bottom Bracket SRAM DUB Ceramic, BBright

Handlebar Cervélo HB13 Carbon, 31.8mm clamp

Stem Cervélo ST31 Carbon

Saddle Prologo Scratch M5 Nack

Cassette SRAM Red, 10-33, 12 Speed

Chain SRAM Red, 12 speed

Front Wheel Reserve 34, 23mm IW, Zipp ZR1 SS, 24H, centerlock, tubeless compatible

Rear Wheel Reserve 37, 21.6mm IW, Zipp ZR1 SS,12x142mm, XDR freehub, 24H, centerlock, tubeless compatible