Rose Blend Road

The "Blend Road" model from the "Rose" brand presents itself as a versatile and well-equipped bike at a price of EUR 1199. The frame of the bike is made of aluminium and bears the name ROSE BLEND. With a weight of around 1800 g in size M and equipped with a Pressfit BB86 bottom bracket, the frame provides a solid basis for the total weight of the bike, which is 9.9 kg. The frame colour is an elegant matt black.

The fork of the "Blend Road" is made of carbon and is also labelled ROSE BLEND. It is designed for a 12x100TA axle and weighs 480 g. With a fork steerer length of 402 mm, it fits the frame geometry well. The bike is equipped with a Shimano SM-RT10 brake disc with a diameter of 160 mm, which ensures reliable braking performance.

The cassette is a Shimano HG500-10 with a gradation of 11-34, which offers a good range for different terrains. A comfortable riding experience is supported by the ROSE Gel-Comfort handlebar tape in black. The stem, also from ROSE, is in black sand and has a length of 80 mm.

The "Blend Road" does not come with pedals, which gives the buyer the opportunity to take their own preferences into account. The saddle is a Sella Italia Model X Superflow in black, which provides additional comfort on longer rides.

The geometry of the bike is well thought out, with a reach of 359.6 mm and a stack of 531.6 mm. The seat tube length is 425 mm, while the top tube length is 502 mm. The head tube angle is 69.5 degrees and the seat tube angle is 75 degrees, which allows for a sporty yet comfortable riding position. The length of the head tube is 105 mm, the chainstay length is 435 mm and the standover height is 744.4 mm. Finally, the bike has a wheelbase of 1008.9 mm, which contributes to stability and control.

Overall, the "Blend Road" from Rose offers a balanced mix of performance and comfort, ideal for riders looking for a reliable and well-equipped bike.