Cervélo R5 Force AXS

The Cervélo R5 Force AXS has one job: get to the top, fast. But for all the glory that comes with summit finishes, climbs are rarely the only challenge of the day. While races aren't usually won on descents, they can certainly be lost there, as what goes up must come down. The R5 is a climbing bike that can handle a hairpin just as well as a hill. This new generation R5 keeps the legendary handling and descending confidence that riders have loved since day one. Now even lighter, the R5 frameset sheds an impressive 73g overall, weighing in at just 651g (size 56), while getting stiffer where it counts and more comfortable where you need it. Cervélo completely reimagined every component, from the ultra-thin seat stays to the refined tube shapes that cut weight without sacrificing strength. Even small details like eliminating brake adapters and streamlining the fork design add up to meaningful weight savings. The game-changer is the new one-piece handlebar and stem that saves 134g while bo