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- The fifth generation of the Trek Domane does not feature IsoSpeed suspension; instead, it relies on wide 35 mm tyres and a comfortable, upright riding position.  
- Simple frame, heavy overall build weighing in at almost 9 kg, but well-equipped with SRAM Rival AXS and Bontrager carbon wheels.  
- Versatile thanks to threaded mounts for panniers and mudguards, and clearance for tyres up to 40 mm; low-maintenance, robust components, and a lifetime frame warranty.

Simple and durable: the Trek Domane SL 6 AXS put to the test

- The VAN RYSEL RCR-G The Ace is a strictly limited special edition for gravel and road cycling, featuring a high-modulus carbon frame and a special paint finish.  
- The bike is priced at 6,600 euros and comes with Ultegra Di2, a carbon cockpit and two complete sets of wheels for gravel and road use.  
- The colour and ‘Ace’ design distinguish the gravel (red Ace) and road (black Ace) set-ups; matching clothing and accessories complete the collection.

Two sets of wheels: Limited-edition Van Rysel RCR-G The Ace

- GIANT has updated the Contend AR with a modernised look, wider tyres (up to 43 mm), a UDH derailleur hanger and higher prices (€1,600–2,000).
- An aluminium frame, carbon fork, disc brakes and 32 mm tyres position the bike between an entry-level road bike and a sporty all-road bike, but below gravel bike level.
- Three models featuring Shimano 105 (2x12) or Cues (1x11, 2x10) differ primarily in terms of gearing; the Liv BeLiv AR is the ergonomically adapted women’s version.

The new Giant Contend AR: an entry-level road bike with all-road capabilities

- At Bespoked, editor Jan Timmermann has selected three exceptional, hand-built road bikes as the highlights of the show.  
- Avalanche wins ‘Best Road Bike in Show’ with a titanium endurance bike featuring a comfort fork, dynamo lights and numerous special titanium components.  
- Vapour showcases a seat-tube-less aero carbon bike from its living-room workshop, whilst Forma combines CNC-machined aluminium parts and bonded carbon tubes to create bespoke frames.

The 3 most exciting road bikes: custom road bikes from the Bespoked trade fair

- Specialized is launching the limited-edition ‘Built for Legends LTD’ series, featuring hand-finished, one-off frames and bespoke details.  
- The S-Works Tarmac SL9 is limited to 199 numbered units, costs 14,999 euros in Europe and retains the standard technical specifications.  
- The premium of around 1,500 euros is due to the elaborate paint finish, special components and the collector’s value of the limited edition.

“Built for Legends” collection: Just 199 units of the Specialized Tarmac SL9 LTD

- AeroLite carbon frame offering a balanced blend of aerodynamic performance and endurance comfort, weighing 7.6 kg and featuring fully integrated storage in the down tube.  
- SRAM Red XPLR AXS 1×13 offers a robust, low-maintenance drivetrain with a wide gear range, but with noticeable compromises in gear spacing and extreme gear ratios.  
- The price of 6,799 euros is considered fair given the expensive groupset; suitable for ambitious all-round riders, less so for pure aero or climbing use.

KTM Revelator Syro Prestige: KTM’s all-round racer with a 1x13 gravel groupset – Review

Road bikes

- The Tarmac SL8 Expert is technically very similar to the highly rated S-Works SL8, offering a similar riding experience but with fewer high-end components.  
- This model has been superseded by the Tarmac SL9 and is now only available whilst stocks last, in some cases for over 2,000 euros below the RRP of 6,999 euros.  
- For amateur cyclists, the Expert delivers much of the S-Works’ performance and remains a competitive high-end road bike despite the arrival of its successor.

​Specialized Tarmac SL8 Expert: Discontinued model at a heavily reduced price

- The Filante SL ID2 adopts the aerodynamic concept, geometry and integration solutions of the Filante SLR ID2, and costs between 4,800 and 6,600 euros.  
- New R-Bar cockpit, 34 mm tyre clearance, UDH derailleur hanger, removable derailleur mount and Aerokit SL (or optional Aerokit SLR) enhance its suitability for everyday use.  
- The frame’s weight advantage may be negated by heavier wheelsets/tyres; the much-criticised Miche/Vittoria combination remains partly in the range.

Wilier Filante SL ID2: Professional-grade technology for the second tier

- The Storck Aernario.3 Platinum Max Performance weighs 5.4 kg and is one of the lightest disc-brake road bikes, thanks to its radical lightweight construction.  
- Riding characteristics: very direct steering, powerful acceleration and a high level of comfort, but sensitive, particularly for inexperienced riders.  
- Compromises: 1x12 drivetrain with a 46-tooth chainring and a 10–36 cassette, narrow 25 mm tyres, a slippery carbon saddle and a high price tag of around 13,000 euros.

A lightweight at 5.4 kilograms: the Storck Aernario.3 Platinum put to the test

Aero road bike

- Liv positions the BeLiv AR as an affordable, comfort-focused all-road endurance road bike for women, designed for tarmac, rough roads and light gravel.
- Women’s-specific geometry, sizes ranging from XXS to L, and tailored components such as saddles, shorter cranks and narrower handlebars set it apart from the GIANT Contend AR.
- Two models: the BeLiv AR 0 with Shimano 105 (2x12, more versatile, more expensive) and the BeLiv AR 1 with Shimano Cues (1x11, simpler, larger gear ratios, €300 cheaper).

A minimalist all-road road bike for women: the Liv BeLiv AR aims to make getting started easier

- The Shave Rival is positioned as a sporty endurance racer with a more relaxed riding position and tyre clearance limited to 36 millimetres.  
- The redesigned rear triangle, with a stiffness of 118 N/mm, now offers significantly more comfort, though it still lags behind GIANT and Scott’s models designed specifically for comfort.  
- Its strengths include precise, responsive handling and the reliable SRAM Rival AXS; its weaknesses are heavy wheelsets with potential for weight optimisation.

A popular long-distance road bike: the Rose Shave Rival AXS put to the test

- Aluminium endurance road bike with a modern look, comfort-oriented geometry and higher-spec components than classic entry-level bikes.  
- Comfort is ensured by slim seat stays, a full-carbon fork, up to 33 mm tyre clearance and practical mounting points for bags, ideal for long-distance riders.  
- Comes complete with Shimano 105 2x12, hydraulic disc brakes, Newmen R.32 wheelsets and 32 mm Continental Grand Prix tyres; RRP €1,299, weight 9.9 kg.

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Racing bikes

Simple and durable
The Trek Domane SL 6 AXS put to the test

Two sets of wheels
Limited-edition Van Rysel RCR-G The Ace

The new Giant Contend AR
An entry-level road bike with all-road capabilities

Road bikes

The 3 most exciting road bikes
Custom road bikes from the Bespoked trade fair

“Built for Legends” collection
Just 199 units of the Specialized Tarmac SL9 LTD

KTM Revelator Syro Prestige
KTM’s all-round racer with a 1x13 gravel groupset – Review

Aero road bike

Specialized Tarmac SL8 Expert
Discontinued model at a heavily reduced price

Wilier Filante SL ID2
Professional-grade technology for the second tier

A lightweight at 5.4 kilograms
The Storck Aernario.3 Platinum put to the test

Marathon Endurance road bike

A minimalist all-road road bike for women
The Liv BeLiv AR aims to make getting started easier

A popular long-distance road bike
The Rose Shave Rival AXS put to the test

An affordable endurance road bike
A review of the Cube Attain HPA SLX

Racing bikes

Simple and durableThe Trek Domane SL 6 AXS put to the test

Two sets of wheelsLimited-edition Van Rysel RCR-G The Ace

The new Giant Contend ARAn entry-level road bike with all-road capabilities

Road bikes

The 3 most exciting road bikesCustom road bikes from the Bespoked trade fair

“Built for Legends” collectionJust 199 units of the Specialized Tarmac SL9 LTD

KTM Revelator Syro PrestigeKTM’s all-round racer with a 1x13 gravel groupset – Review

Aero road bike

​Specialized Tarmac SL8 ExpertDiscontinued model at a heavily reduced price

Wilier Filante SL ID2Professional-grade technology for the second tier

A lightweight at 5.4 kilogramsThe Storck Aernario.3 Platinum put to the test

Marathon Endurance road bike

A minimalist all-road road bike for womenThe Liv BeLiv AR aims to make getting started easier

A popular long-distance road bikeThe Rose Shave Rival AXS put to the test

An affordable endurance road bikeA review of the Cube Attain HPA SLX

Simple and durable
The Trek Domane SL 6 AXS put to the test

Two sets of wheels
Limited-edition Van Rysel RCR-G The Ace

The new Giant Contend AR
An entry-level road bike with all-road capabilities

The 3 most exciting road bikes
Custom road bikes from the Bespoked trade fair

“Built for Legends” collection
Just 199 units of the Specialized Tarmac SL9 LTD

KTM Revelator Syro Prestige
KTM’s all-round racer with a 1x13 gravel groupset – Review

Specialized Tarmac SL8 Expert
Discontinued model at a heavily reduced price

Wilier Filante SL ID2
Professional-grade technology for the second tier

A lightweight at 5.4 kilograms
The Storck Aernario.3 Platinum put to the test

A minimalist all-road road bike for women
The Liv BeLiv AR aims to make getting started easier

A popular long-distance road bike
The Rose Shave Rival AXS put to the test

An affordable endurance road bike
A review of the Cube Attain HPA SLX