Cervelo Caledonia-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
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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.
Aerodynamic Efficiency
Sleek tube shaping and internal routing minimize drag for high-speed efforts.
Drivetrain Precision
Shimano Ultegra 12-speed shifting offers crisp, reliable performance under heavy load.
Versatility
Wide tire clearance and fender mounts handle varied road conditions with ease.
Frame Responsiveness
Stiff downtube construction ensures efficient power transfer during aggressive sprints.
Maintenance Accessibility
Split bearing caps and integrated storage simplify essential roadside adjustments.
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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