A few weeks ago Spesh launched their latest stuff for 2007. We have a whole load of pictures to sort through including the new wheels, a all new Tarmac and the new S-Works carbon cranks. But first up is an RCUK favourite ride - The Roubaix. It's lighter and tricker than before and some of the detailing is marvellous. No chance to ride it yet but here's the details from the press release:
Roubaix 2007 Advancements from 06:
All-new S-Works frame design featuring AZ1 construction
All-new Pro/Expert frame platform with AZ1 construction
Wheels chosen for ride quality
Roubaix tires on all models
All models are 10 speed
BG F.I.T. implementations
The 'new' main features are:
Systems approach to Bike Design - Project Roubaix
Oversize Bottom Bracket / Crank combination - Stiffest/lightest available
Handlebar - integration of stem & handlebar creates stiffest combination
Wheels - models chosen best blend of performance and compliance
Tires - High performance with increased compliance - Roubaix 23/25
Bars - Increase comfort without compromising performance - Barphat
Saddles -Lightest available while maintaining good bloodflow with enhanced comfort - Toupe gel
Gearing - more appropriate for all-day rides
More here
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Spesh's own carbon Roval wheels |
The new 'Zertz' are being tested
by Gerolsteiner in the Tour |
Spesh's S-Works Crank in carbon |
Spesh have added nice details |
The approval of Gerolsteiner |
The new Roubaix has cleaner lines |
and the whole look is 'lighter' |
'insect leg' seat stays |
The new Roubaix |
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Tom Staniford (putting the 'hip' in 'chipper')
