Cervelo Cervélo R5 Red - 51

The Cervélo R5 frame has a single purpose: to reach the summit, quickly. Yet, despite all the glory and fanfare that comes with reaching the top, it is rarely the only climb of the day. And while a race is seldom won on a descent, it can certainly be lost. A climbing bike that cannot navigate a fork is somewhat like a cup of decaffeinated coffee. This is the fourth version of the R5 and, although the weight and stiffness have varied over the years, the handling, composure, and unparalleled prowess on a descent have been constant from day one.