But when you need a bike thats ready to annihilate the competition on your training rides & local races the new Tarmac Expert is pretty damn hard to beat. For the construction we utilized advanced aerospace composite optimization software to revolutionize the construction & layup of our new FACT 10r carbon. Its the most advanced layup schedule weve ever madethe shape schedule & material optimization allowed us to shed nearly 200 grams. Thats right a 20% reduction in frame weightthe perfect recipe for your next pr. We started by further improving our rider-first engineered technology to ensure that the new Tarmac is stiff & compliant in exactly the right places all while shedding some serious weight. With this revamp we also updated the geometrybasing it on countless retl data points & professional rider input. This enabled us to develop a performance road geometry that perfects the combination of a responsive front-end & short wheelbase delivering instantaneous response & optimal power transfer. & while stiffness aids in the aforementioned compliance must also be utilized for an optimal ride quality. Thats why we designed a seatpost that builds compliance into the upper 120mm where clamping doesnt happen dropped the seatstays & altered the seat tube shape. We also added tyre clearance up to 30mm which translates to a 28mm turbo cotton on a Roval SLX 24 rim. This allows lower pressures for decreased rolling resistance increased traction & more comfort. Altogether these additions still have the Tarmac riding like a true race-machine but they just take a bit of the sting out of those road imperfections. Youll thank us on your next long ride. & while this is all great we know that aerodynamics are the most important thing we can do to make you faster. Both our bora-hansgrohe & quick-step floors Pro tour riders after all are demanding aero improvements on every bike. With this the aero goal was to discover where we could essentially "add aero for free" by not taking anything away from the hallmarks of the Tarmac design. During the six-month iterative process three areas were discovered where we could do thisa new fork shape dropped seatstays with aero tubes & a d-shaped seatpost & seat tube. The result? A bike thats Approx. 45 seconds faster over 40km compared to other lightweight bikes in the same category. This Tarmac comes ready to race out of the box featuring a crisp Shimano Ultegra 8000 groupset resplendent Roval cl 50 carbon wheelset & a sublime toup Expert gel saddle. Featuring our rider-first engineered design that ensures every frame size has the same legendary climbing responsiveness & descending prowess youd expect from a tarmac. The FACT 10r frame is the perfect blend of value & performance. The Roval cl 50 wheelset utilizes the same rim as its older sibling the CLX 50, but pairs it with traditional bearings & round spokes to keep value at an all-time high. The 11-speed Shimano Ultegra 8000 shifting is extremely reliable, lightweight, & precise. ...

But when you need a bike thats ready to annihilate the competition on your training rides & local races the new Tarmac Expert is pretty damn hard to beat. For the construction we utilized advanced aerospace composite optimization software to revolutionize the construction & layup of our new FACT 10r carbon. Its the most advanced layup schedule weve ever madethe shape schedule & material optimization allowed us to shed nearly 200 grams. Thats right a 20% reduction in frame weightthe perfect recipe for your next pr. We started by further improving our rider-first engineered technology to ensure that the new Tarmac is stiff & compliant in exactly the right places all while shedding some serious weight. With this revamp we also updated the geometrybasing it on countless retl data points & professional rider input. This enabled us to develop a performance road geometry that perfects the combination of a responsive front-end & short wheelbase delivering instantaneous response & optimal power transfer. & while stiffness aids in the aforementioned compliance must also be utilized for an optimal ride quality. Thats why we designed a seatpost that builds compliance into the upper 120mm where clamping doesnt happen dropped the seatstays & altered the seat tube shape. We also added tyre clearance up to 30mm which translates to a 28mm turbo cotton on a Roval SLX 24 rim. This allows lower pressures for decreased rolling resistance increased traction & more comfort. Altogether these additions still have the Tarmac riding like a true race-machine but they just take a bit of the sting out of those road imperfections. Youll thank us on your next long ride. & while this is all great we know that aerodynamics are the most important thing we can do to make you faster. Both our bora-hansgrohe & quick-step floors Pro tour riders after all are demanding aero improvements on every bike. With this the aero goal was to discover where we could essentially "add aero for free" by not taking anything away from the hallmarks of the Tarmac design. During the six-month iterative process three areas were discovered where we could do thisa new fork shape dropped seatstays with aero tubes & a d-shaped seatpost & seat tube. The result? A bike thats Approx. 45 seconds faster over 40km compared to other lightweight bikes in the same category. This Tarmac comes ready to race out of the box featuring a crisp Shimano Ultegra 8000 groupset resplendent Roval cl 50 carbon wheelset & a sublime toup Expert gel saddle. Featuring our rider-first engineered design that ensures every frame size has the same legendary climbing responsiveness & descending prowess youd expect from a tarmac. The FACT 10r frame is the perfect blend of value & performance. The Roval cl 50 wheelset utilizes the same rim as its older sibling the CLX 50, but pairs it with traditional bearings & round spokes to keep value at an all-time high. The 11-speed Shimano Ultegra 8000 shifting is extremely reliable, lightweight, & precise. ...

Its typically been an fleece jersey with rear pockets that only adds to bulk & weight. Insulation with a high warmth to weight ratio like down feathers or polyester fiber-fill are ideal but those materials need to be encapsualted with a coated fabric to contain them cutting breathability down significantly. Our solution is polartec alpha insulation that provides insulation without the need to encapsulate giving you unimpeded breathability for a warm dry ride. The outer shell is lightweight & uncoated furthering the flow of perspiration & allowing the piece to packable when you need to de-layer when things get too hot. The jacket is designed to be worn under an outer jacket such as our deflect h 2o pieces so the fit is close to the body to eliminate any bulk. An under-the-helmet hood provides an added wind layer & traps heat in were you lose it at the top of your head & we finish off the neck & wrists with reflective binding for visiability in case youre caught out after sundown. ...

Its typically been an fleece jersey with rear pockets that only adds to bulk & weight. Insulation with a high warmth to weight ratio like down feathers or polyester fiber-fill are ideal but those materials need to be encapsualted with a coated fabric to contain them cutting breathability down significantly. Our solution is polartec alpha insulation that provides insulation without the need to encapsulate giving you unimpeded breathability for a warm dry ride. The outer shell is lightweight & uncoated furthering the flow of perspiration & allowing the piece to packable when you need to de-layer when things get too hot. The jacket is designed to be worn under an outer jacket such as our deflect h 2o pieces so the fit is close to the body to eliminate any bulk. An under-the-helmet hood provides an added wind layer & traps heat in were you lose it at the top of your head & we finish off the neck & wrists with reflective binding for visiability in case youre caught out after sundown. ...

Its typically been an fleece jersey with rear pockets that only adds to bulk & weight. Insulation with a high warmth to weight ratio like down feathers or polyester fiber-fill are ideal but those materials need to be encapsualted with a coated fabric to contain them cutting breathability down significantly. Our solution is polartec alpha insulation that provides insulation without the need to encapsulate giving you unimpeded breathability for a warm dry ride. The outer shell is lightweight & uncoated furthering the flow of perspiration & allowing the piece to packable when you need to de-layer when things get too hot. The jacket is designed to be worn under an outer jacket such as our deflect h 2o pieces so the fit is close to the body to eliminate any bulk. An under-the-helmet hood provides an added wind layer & traps heat in were you lose it at the top of your head & we finish off the neck & wrists with reflective binding for visiability in case youre caught out after sundown. ...

Its typically been an fleece jersey with rear pockets that only adds to bulk & weight. Insulation with a high warmth to weight ratio like down feathers or polyester fiber-fill are ideal but those materials need to be encapsualted with a coated fabric to contain them cutting breathability down significantly. Our solution is polartec alpha insulation that provides insulation without the need to encapsulate giving you unimpeded breathability for a warm dry ride. The outer shell is lightweight & uncoated furthering the flow of perspiration & allowing the piece to packable when you need to de-layer when things get too hot. The jacket is designed to be worn under an outer jacket such as our deflect h 2o pieces so the fit is close to the body to eliminate any bulk. An under-the-helmet hood provides an added wind layer & traps heat in were you lose it at the top of your head & we finish off the neck & wrists with reflective binding for visiability in case youre caught out after sundown. ...

Theyre designed to give you an added level of warmth by wearing them inside either our deflect or element gloves. We made them plenty thin to avoid adding any bulk or to affect your finger dexterity or bar feel. & on a brisk spring or fall day theyre more than capable of staving off chills when worn alone which is no problem at all given the durable reinforced palm. Therminal fleece provides loft to to trap heat & move moisture away from the skin, preventing cold hands. Ax suede palm material is tough, hydrophobic, conforming, & touchscreen-compatible. Rib-knit cuff with pull-on tab interfaces well with long sleeves & makes getting the gloves on & off an easy process. Reflective details enhance your visibility to motorists in low-light conditions. ...

Theyre designed to give you an added level of warmth by wearing them inside either our deflect or element gloves. We made them plenty thin to avoid adding any bulk or to affect your finger dexterity or bar feel. & on a brisk spring or fall day theyre more than capable of staving off chills when worn alone which is no problem at all given the durable reinforced palm. Therminal fleece provides loft to to trap heat & move moisture away from the skin, preventing cold hands. Ax suede palm material is tough, hydrophobic, conforming, & touchscreen-compatible. Rib-knit cuff with pull-on tab interfaces well with long sleeves & makes getting the gloves on & off an easy process. Reflective details enhance your visibility to motorists in low-light conditions. ...

Theyre designed to give you an added level of warmth by wearing them inside either our deflect or element gloves. We made them plenty thin to avoid adding any bulk or to affect your finger dexterity or bar feel. & on a brisk spring or fall day theyre more than capable of staving off chills when worn alone which is no problem at all given the durable reinforced palm. Therminal fleece provides loft to to trap heat & move moisture away from the skin, preventing cold hands. Ax suede palm material is tough, hydrophobic, conforming, & touchscreen-compatible. Rib-knit cuff with pull-on tab interfaces well with long sleeves & makes getting the gloves on & off an easy process. Reflective details enhance your visibility to motorists in low-light conditions. ...

Theyre designed to give you an added level of warmth by wearing them inside either our deflect or element gloves. We made them plenty thin to avoid adding any bulk or to affect your finger dexterity or bar feel. & on a brisk spring or fall day theyre more than capable of staving off chills when worn alone which is no problem at all given the durable reinforced palm. Therminal fleece provides loft to to trap heat & move moisture away from the skin, preventing cold hands. Ax suede palm material is tough, hydrophobic, conforming, & touchscreen-compatible. Rib-knit cuff with pull-on tab interfaces well with long sleeves & makes getting the gloves on & off an easy process. Reflective details enhance your visibility to motorists in low-light conditions. ...