The comparatively small manufacturer from the Austrian province of Vorarlberg is always making a name for itself with spectacular bikes. We can only guess how good the new Pride is after a short ride on the first test model. However, the aero racer is definitely visually spectacular. A comparable cockpit has never been seen on a racing bike, at least not yet. The handlebar unit developed by Simplon has a two-part stem, which allows unusual views of the tyres and is said to be aerodynamically advantageous. All cables are completely invisible. The handlebars are available in Race and Marathon versions, each in four lengths.
Another interesting detail is a practical pull-out stop for the thru axles. This means that the thru axles remain on the frame when changing bikes and cannot fall out. Simplon's decision to design the new Pride only for disc brakes and electric shifting systems is also noteworthy. The extensive configurator from the Vorarlberg-based company allows various equipment options with Shimano and SRAM groupsets. The cheapest version with Ultegra Di2 gears costs 5,299 euros.
