2024 Cervelo Aspero-5 Force XPLR eTap AXS 1 - Indexed Thru-Axles w/ Lever
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Our engineers like to joke that, "if it looks fast, it probably is." But there’s some truth to that, and Áspero-5 looks fast standing still. No cables in the wind, tube shapes from our aerodynamically-proven library, and a hint of a cut out in the seat tube, all add up to a bike that proves the adage.
MAKE FRIENDS WITH THE WIND
You can, in fact, reinvent the wheel. Meet Turbulent Aero, a unique R&D program that leverages real world wind data to create the most rapid, stable, and best handling wheels in real world riding conditions.
TWO-POSITION ADJUSTMENT
Trail—front-wheel response to rider input—is the most critical factor in high-velocity handling. Flipping the two-position "Trail Mixer" to compensate for the difference in circumference between a 650b and 700c tire maintains consistent handling by maintaining consistent trail figures.
MULTIPLE CONFIGURATIONS
We designed Aspero with clearance for up to 700c x 40mm tires or 650b x 49mm tires. Of course, there are variables—rim width, tire casing, and tread depth—which will affect final clearance. We (and the International Organization for Standardization, or ISO), always recommend 4mm of clearance between the tire and frame.
**New Shimano road (not gravel) 12 speed front derailleurs reduce tire clearance in the rear of the frame to 700 x 38c or 650b x 45c.
SRAM INTEGRATED POWER
Red and Force builds include Quarq Zero powermeters integrated into the crank. The integration of a powermeter results in better stiffness, lighter weight, and improved accuracy over aftermarket solutions—and the DZero delivers power measurement accurate to +/- 1.5%, even in variable temperatures.
LIGHTWEIGHT SPEED
Some might say aero doesn’t matter on a gravel bike, but if you’ve battled a headwind across an open prairie, the thirty-two grams of drag you’ll save with the Áspero-5 come as a welcome respite. Most gravel racing is done without the benefit of a World Tour peloton—or World Tour tactics—and when it’s your nose in the wind all day, it’s nice to know your bike’s shouldering a bit of the load.
Frame Sizing
How do I determine what bike size I need?
The age-old question, isn’t it? There are many factors that go into bicycle sizing and fit, particularly for high-performance bikes. Without being able to measure you and see you on a bike, precise fit information is difficult to supply. It’s also not unusual for someone to be able to ride two different sizes depending on their goals, flexibility, and fit tolerance. That said, we have some fantastic retailers, and we’d encourage you to go start a conversation with them about what you want from your new bike.
- Fork:
- Cervelo All-Carbon, Tapered Aspero-5 Fork with Adjustable Trail
- Headset:
- FSA IS2 1-1/4 x 1-1/2
- Stem:
- Cervelo ST32 Alloy
- Handlebar:
- Carbon AB09 16deg Flared Carbon
- Seatpost:
- Cervelo SP19 27.2 Carbon
- Saddle:
- Prologo Dimension NDR T4.0 OR Selle Italia NOVUS BOOST EVO Superflow Manganese
- Shifters:
- SRAM Force eTap AXS HRD 12 spd
- Brake Calipers:
- SRAM Force HRD
- Brake Rotor:
- SRAM Paceline 160mm
- Rear Derailleur:
- SRAM Force XPLR eTap AXS 12 spd
- Cassette:
- SRAM Force XPLR 12s XG1271, 10-44
- Chain:
- SRAM Force, 12 spd
- Crankset:
- SRAM Force AXS 1 with Power Meter 40T
- Bottom Bracket:
- SRAM DUB
- Wheels:
- Reserve 32mm DT370 XDR, 24h (F), 24h (R), 24mm IW, Center-Lock, Tubeless Ready OR Reserve 32mm Zipp 76/176 XDR, 24h (F), 24h (R), 24mm IW, Center-Lock, Tubeless Ready
- Thru Axles:
- Cervelo Indexed Thru-Axles w/ Lever, 12x100/142
- Tires:
- Panaracer Gravel King SK Folding 700x38
- Accessories:
- Cervelo Faceplate Front Computer/Accessory Mount, Cervelo Rear Accessory Mount, Smartpak 400A Top Tube Storage Bag