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Three body tiers for brand spanking new Cannondale SuperSix, plus new bikes from Canyon, Gusto and Elves
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The not too long ago up to date record additionally confirms the approaching arrival of Canyon’s new observe bike and particulars two new bikes from Elves and Gusto.
The record offers eagle-eyed tech editors with a glimpse of what’s to come back previous to an official product launch, and that’s the case as soon as once more right here.
Three spec choices for the brand new Cannondale SuperSix Evo
The UCI-approved frameset record exhibits the as-of-yet unreleased new Cannondale SuperSix Evo will probably be supplied in three frameset choices:
- Cannondale SuperSix Evo 4
- Cannondale SuperSix Evo 4 SL
- Cannondale SuperSix 4 Hello-Mod
The present technology SuperSix is obtainable in Carbon and Hello-Mod choices. The Hello-Mod model makes use of Cannondale’s lightest and stiffest top-spec carbon layup.
(A limited-edition light-weight model of the SuperSix Evo was additionally launched in 2022, although this arguably sits exterior of the standard vary given its restricted availability.)
The addition of a brand new mid-tier SL possibility presents a brand new transfer for Cannondale.
A brand new mid-range bike could characteristic elevated integration or different options absent from the base-level bike, or it could use a lighter layup.
That stated, it’s additionally potential the Cannondale SuperSix Evo 4 SL will take the place of the prevailing Hello-Mod, with the brand new top-tier body current below the mysterious ‘Lab71’ moniker.
Rumoured to be a nod in the direction of Cannondale’s heritage (the model was based in 1971), a brand new sign-up web page for Lab71 suggests it is going to be a brand new premium vary, providing “Cannondale’s greatest, completed higher”.
Exterior of latest body spec choices, spy photographs have proven the brand new Cannondale SuperSix Evo 4 will characteristic a threaded backside bracket, aero tweaks and elevated tyre clearance.
What’s the UCI-approved record?
All highway and observe bikes utilized in UCI-sanctioned races should be authorised by the governing physique.
The UCI maintains a listing of authorised framesets (in addition to separate lists masking wheels and different tools), which is usually up to date.
Exterior of mainstream manufacturers, the record additionally offers perception into smaller corporations investing in professional racing.
Canyon Speedmax Monitor
To no one’s shock, the new Canyon Speedmax Monitor is now on the record.
Developed as a part of a brand new technical partnership with USA Biking, the Speedmax Monitor debuted on the 2022 UCI Monitor World Championships in October.
The bike attracts some inspiration from the road-going Speedmax time trial bike, however contains a wild rear finish with paper-thin seat stays and an uncommon seat cluster.
A spokesperson for Canyon confirmed the bike would launch formally in 2023, and its look on the record suggests additional particulars must be imminent. Watch this area.
Gusto Duro Evo
Gusto is a Taiwanese model that sponsors Slovenian UCI Continental staff, Ljubljana Gusto Santic.
From 2017 to 2018, the squad included none aside from 2020 and 2021 Tour de France champion, Tadej Pogačar.
No particulars have been revealed concerning the new Gusto Duro Evo, however the 2022 mannequin contains a basic silhouette, with a humped prime tube and, unusually for a modern-day highway bike, it seems to solely be obtainable with rim brakes.
#savetherimbrake diehards rejoice, although absolutely the up to date bike will make a transfer to disc brakes?
Elves Falath Evo
Elves is a Chinese language direct-to-consumer model that provides a variety of customisable highway and mountain bike frames.
The Elves Falath Evo is a brand new aero highway bike with a one-piece cockpit, clearance for as much as 32mm tyres and a claimed weight of 1,080g for a dimension 46cm unpainted body.
The frameset can be keenly priced at £1,210 (worldwide pricing TBC).
Notably, a customized paint job will set you again a modest £144.
Curiosity has grown in Elves lately, with distributors within the UK, USA/Canada and Japan.
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