Lapierre Sensium 3.0

The 2022 Lapierre Sensium 3.0 is a road bike which, at a price of 1,199 euros, represents an attractive option for ambitious amateur cyclists. The bike’s frame is made from Sensium Supreme 5 aluminium with smooth welds, ensuring both stability and an attractive design. The fork combines carbon with an aluminium steerer tube, which reduces weight whilst ensuring good steering precision.

Braking and gear changes are handled by the Shimano Tiagra groupset. The Shimano Tiagra BR-R4700 brakes offer reliable stopping power, whilst the 10-speed drivetrain, featuring the Shimano Tiagra RD-R4700-GS rear derailleur and Tiagra ST-R4700 shift levers, enables precise gear selection. The front derailleur is also part of the Tiagra series, ensuring consistently smooth gear-changing performance.

The drivetrain is complemented by the Shimano Tiagra FC-R4700 crankset with a 50-34T tooth configuration, with crank arm lengths varying depending on frame size. The Shimano HG500 cassette offers a range of 11–34T, which, in combination with the Shimano HG54 chain, enables a wide range of uses.

The road bike is fitted with a Lapierre aluminium handlebar, the width of which varies depending on frame size, and comes with Lapierre handlebar tape. The stem is also made of aluminium and has a -7° angle. The headset is from FSA and ensures precise steering.

The Ryde Chrina rims, combined with Continental Ultra Sport 3 SL tyres in size 700x25, offer a good balance of speed and comfort. The hubs are by Shimano, ensuring durable and reliable performance.

The Selle Italia X3 Boost saddle offers comfort on longer rides, whilst the Lapierre aluminium seatpost, with a diameter of 27.2 mm and a length of 350 mm, ensures stability. The bike is also fitted with VP-335 pedals, which feature both clips and straps to suit a variety of riding styles.

Overall, the Sensium 3.0 from Lapierre offers a good balance of quality, performance and value for money, making it an attractive option for anyone looking for a reliable road bike.