Cervelo Caledonia-5
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Cervelo Caledonia-5

4.5

Best premium endurance bike for discerning riders seeking comfort and performance.

This is the rare road bike that balances aggressive, race-ready speed with the forgiving geometry needed for long, grueling days in the saddle. By prioritizing comfort and versatility over pure aerodynamic rigidity, it sacrifices a fraction of raw stiffness to ensure you can actually enjoy the ride.

$8700.00

Out of stock
Number Of Speeds 12
12
24
Groupset Series Shimano Ultegra
Riding Style All-Road
All-Road
Endurance

Who it's for

  • Riders seeking comfort and performance on varied long-distance routes.
  • Cyclists desiring consistent, high-performance gear changes without effort.
  • Riders who appreciate a modern, uncluttered, and aesthetically pleasing bicycle.

Who should skip it

  • Budget-conscious cyclists or those new to high-end road biking.
  • DIY bike mechanics or riders preferring simpler, more accessible maintenance.
  • Dedicated climbers seeking the absolute lightest bike for mountain ascents.

Performance breakdown

Long-Distance Comfort

Dropped seat stays and geometry prioritize rider fatigue reduction on long rides.

Excellent

Aerodynamic Efficiency

Sleek tube shaping and internal routing minimize drag for high-speed efforts.

Excellent

Drivetrain Precision

Shimano Ultegra 12-speed shifting offers crisp, reliable performance under heavy load.

Excellent

Versatility

Wide tire clearance and fender mounts handle varied road conditions with ease.

Excellent

Frame Responsiveness

Stiff downtube construction ensures efficient power transfer during aggressive sprints.

Excellent

Maintenance Accessibility

Split bearing caps and integrated storage simplify essential roadside adjustments.

Excellent

Key Specs

Fork

Cervélo All-Carbon, Tapered Caledonia-5 Fork

Wheels

Front: Reserve 42, 25.5mm IW, Zipp 76, 24H, centerlock, tubeless compatible; Rear: Reserve 49, 24.5mm IW, Zipp 176,12x142mm, HG freehub, 24H, centerlock, tubeless compatible

Axles

Cervelo Aero Thru-Axles, 12x100/142

Tires

Corsa N.EXT TLR G2.0 700x30mm

Bottom Bracket

FSA, BBright thread together, 24mm spindle

Crankset

Shimano Ultegra R8100, 52/36T, 12 Speed with 4iiii Power Meter

Shifters

Shimano Ultegra, R8170, 12 speed

Front Derailleur

Shimano Ultegra, R8150, 12 speed

Rear Derailleur

Shimano Ultegra, R8150, 12 speed

Cassette/Freewheel

Shimano Ultegra 11-34, 12 Speed

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Freewheeler Bike Shop (Grand Rapids)
Freewheeler Bike Shop (Grand Rapids)
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