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- Specialized is launching the limited-edition ‘Built for Legends LTD’ series, featuring hand-finished, numbered frames for collectors and enthusiasts.
- The S-Works Tarmac SL9 Built for Legends LTD is the top-of-the-range road bike, inspired by successes in the Tour de France, MTB World Cups and Unbound.
- 199 units of the Tarmac SL9 LTD are priced at 14,999 euros; the premium reflects the intricate paintwork, special components and strictly limited production run.

“Built for Legends” collection: Specialized sees red

- The Canyon Aeroad CFR Di2 2025 remains the benchmark for aero bikes, with a stiff, lightweight CFR carbon frame, high agility and unexpected long-distance comfort.  
- Compared to its structurally identical successor, it lacks only the UDH derailleur hanger and configurable handlebar options, but the price has been reduced by 1,500 euros.  
- Specs: Dura-Ace Di2 2x12 with power metre, DT Swiss ARC 1100 Dicut 55 mm, Conti GP 5000 S TR, weight 7.12 kg, current price 7,499 euros.

Canyon Aeroad CFR Di2: Top-of-the-range performance with a whopping 1,500 euros off

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- The final stage in Nice is a 99.2-km mountain criterium featuring immediate action, steep 13 per cent gradients and a fast descent to the finish line at the harbour.
- Simulations show: The Cervélo S5 gains 50 seconds over the lighter but less aerodynamic Cervélo R5 by the finish line.
- Weight and aerodynamics are crucial: an extra 400 g costs around 5 seconds on the climbs, whilst aerodynamic advantages have an even greater impact on the descents.

2026 Tour de France Femmes: A battle of the bikes on the Col d’Eze

- Flat Stage 8 from Sisteron to Nice, with few climbs; likely to be a battle between the sprinters and late breakaway riders.  
- Simulations show that the Cervélo S5 offers the greatest advantage on the flat run-in to the finish, with a lead of up to 25 seconds over lighter bikes.  
- TOUR calculates ride times via simulation using wind tunnel data, route profiles and power output figures, without taking riding dynamics into account.

Cervélo once again: the fastest bike for Stage 8 of the Tour de France Femmes

- Stevens is staying true to cyclo-cross and will launch the Super Prestige in 2026 with a newly designed carbon frame-and-fork set that is around 380 g lighter.
- Improvements include an aero-optimised fork, a top tube designed for more comfortable carrying, and improved mud clearance whilst retaining UCI-compliant 33 mm tyres.
- Three options: frame set for €2,499, Super Prestige ULT complete bike (Ultegra Di2, 7.7 kg, €4,399) and Rival (SRAM Rival AXS, 8.0 kg, €3,399).

Stevens Super Prestige: a cyclo-cross bike that’s almost 400 grams lighter

- Stage 7 covers 146.8 km up Mont Ventoux, where a decisive moment in the general classification is expected.  
- For team captains, the most important factor is having the lightest possible bike, weighing around 6.8 kg; for breakaway riders, aerodynamics are crucial when making a break.  
- Simulations show that an extra 900 g costs a 56-kg rider around 36 seconds on Mont Ventoux; weight is the key factor, whilst aerodynamics remain relevant.

Tech Briefing on the Tour de France Femmes: Every gram counts on Mont Ventoux

- The 6th stage, covering 153.4 km through low mountain ranges, offers opportunities for breakaway riders and changes in the general classification.
- Simulation: The aerodynamic Cervélo S5 gives Team Visma a lead of 2 minutes and 24 seconds following an attack 53 km from the finish.
- Reusser wins the time trial; Nooijen surprises by finishing second, whilst Ferrand-Prévot’s poor time trial performance severely dent her title hopes.

Breakaway riders, descents, aerodynamic advantage: the TOUR Tech Briefing for Stage 6

- Stage 5 is difficult to control, favours breakaway riders and can result in significant time losses for GC contenders.  
- Simulations show that, despite steep climbs, aerodynamics are crucial; the Cervélo S5 beats the lighter R5 by 1 minute 23 seconds.  
- Sigrid Haugset’s solo victory on an aero-optimised Ridley Noah Fast demonstrates the importance of aero positioning and the overall package.

Aerodynamic and lightweight: Tour Tech briefing on Stage 5 of the Tour de France Femmes

- Stage 4 is a 21-km time trial featuring a short climb and a fast descent, which could result in significant time gaps in the general classification.  
- Aerodynamics are more crucial than weight: five aero watts save around twelve seconds, whilst an extra kilo costs around five seconds.  
- Simulations using wind tunnel data show that even on a 7 per cent gradient, aerodynamic advantages more than compensate for weight disadvantages, provided that power output and riding behaviour remain constant.

Tour de France Femmes Tech Briefing: The fastest set-up for the individual time trial

- Stage 3 covers 157 km and 2,500 metres of elevation gain from Geneva to Poligny; mountainous at the start, flat in the final stretch, likely to end in a sprint from a reduced group.  
- Simulation shows that a fast, lightweight aero bike gains a 6 minute 51 second lead over a bike that is merely lightweight over the distance.  
- Despite the aero advantage, a successful solo breakaway is unlikely due to the slipstream effect; having several riders increases the chances of victory.

A 6-minute 51-second lead: The right bike for Stage 3 of the Tour de France Femmes

- Stage 2 from Aigle to Geneva: early climbs, flat finish, high likelihood of a bunch sprint by the female sprinters.
- Teams are predominantly opting for aero bikes and aerodynamic kit; road bikes signal a lack of focus on this stage.
- Simulation: Team Visma’s Cervélo S5 is the fastest, 0.2 s or almost 4 m ahead of the Cervélo R5; aero and weight advantages are decisive at 63 km/h.

2. Tech Briefing: Tour de France Femmes – Aero reigns supreme in the sprint

- Stage 1 of the Tour de France Femmes: 138 km, 1,700 metres of elevation gain, three Category 3 climbs, an uphill finish, more of a classics-style finish than a sprinter’s finish.  
- The 6.8 kg minimum weight makes the bikes relatively heavier for lighter riders; the proportion of the bike’s weight varies between 9 and 13 per cent of the total weight.  
- Simulations show that aerodynamic bikes have an advantage in the 2.6-km uphill finale: the Cervélo S5 is five seconds faster than the Cervélo R5 mountain bike.

2026 Tour de France Femmes: Minimum weight puts very light riders at a disadvantage

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Professional / Racing

“Built for Legends” collection
Specialized sees red

Canyon Aeroad CFR Di2
Top-of-the-range performance with a whopping 1,500 euros off

2026 Tour de France Femmes
A battle of the bikes on the Col d’Eze

Cervélo once again
The fastest bike for Stage 8 of the Tour de France Femmes

Stevens Super Prestige
A cyclo-cross bike that’s almost 400 grams lighter

Tech Briefing on the Tour de France Femmes
Every gram counts on Mont Ventoux

Breakaway riders, descents, aerodynamic advantage
The TOUR Tech Briefing for Stage 6

Aerodynamic and lightweight
Tour Tech briefing on Stage 5 of the Tour de France Femmes

Tour de France Femmes Tech Briefing
The fastest set-up for the individual time trial

A 6-minute 51-second lead
The right bike for Stage 3 of the Tour de France Femmes

2. Tech Briefing
Tour de France Femmes – Aero reigns supreme in the sprint

2026 Tour de France Femmes
Minimum weight puts very light riders at a disadvantage

Professional / Racing

“Built for Legends” collectionSpecialized sees red

Canyon Aeroad CFR Di2Top-of-the-range performance with a whopping 1,500 euros off

2026 Tour de France FemmesA battle of the bikes on the Col d’Eze

Cervélo once againThe fastest bike for Stage 8 of the Tour de France Femmes

Stevens Super PrestigeA cyclo-cross bike that’s almost 400 grams lighter

Tech Briefing on the Tour de France FemmesEvery gram counts on Mont Ventoux

Breakaway riders, descents, aerodynamic advantageThe TOUR Tech Briefing for Stage 6

Aerodynamic and lightweightTour Tech briefing on Stage 5 of the Tour de France Femmes

Tour de France Femmes Tech BriefingThe fastest set-up for the individual time trial

A 6-minute 51-second leadThe right bike for Stage 3 of the Tour de France Femmes

2. Tech BriefingTour de France Femmes – Aero reigns supreme in the sprint

2026 Tour de France FemmesMinimum weight puts very light riders at a disadvantage

“Built for Legends” collection
Specialized sees red

Canyon Aeroad CFR Di2
Top-of-the-range performance with a whopping 1,500 euros off

2026 Tour de France Femmes
A battle of the bikes on the Col d’Eze

Cervélo once again
The fastest bike for Stage 8 of the Tour de France Femmes

Stevens Super Prestige
A cyclo-cross bike that’s almost 400 grams lighter

Tech Briefing on the Tour de France Femmes
Every gram counts on Mont Ventoux

Breakaway riders, descents, aerodynamic advantage
The TOUR Tech Briefing for Stage 6

Aerodynamic and lightweight
Tour Tech briefing on Stage 5 of the Tour de France Femmes

Tour de France Femmes Tech Briefing
The fastest set-up for the individual time trial

A 6-minute 51-second lead
The right bike for Stage 3 of the Tour de France Femmes

2. Tech Briefing
Tour de France Femmes – Aero reigns supreme in the sprint

2026 Tour de France Femmes
Minimum weight puts very light riders at a disadvantage