Test 2016 competition bikes: Rose X-Lite Team-8800 - Rose X-Lite Team-8800 on test

The main reason for this is the fast 404 Firestrike wheels that Rose provides from its modular programme. In practice, the effect of the fast wheels is clearly noticeable. Compared to models with flat rims, the rider has to make noticeably less effort to keep up the pace. The X-Lite Team not only shines in the wind tunnel, but also in the other laboratory disciplines. The lightweight frameset is only beaten in weight by Trek. The bike doesn't give away any points in terms of comfort on the saddle either. The balanced performance is rewarded with a well-deserved test victory (alongside Giant). The fact that the bike is reasonably affordable thanks to direct sales is another argument in its favour.

CONCLUSION Lightweight, extremely smooth-running, noticeably and measurably fast, very well equipped. Reasonably affordable

OVERALL SCORE 1.7

Price 5,276 Euro
Weight 6.2 kilos
Info www.rose-bikes.de
available via mail order, modular system

Weight frame/fork/steering bearing* 839/286/42 grammes
Frame sizes** 50, 53, 55, 57, 59, 62 cm
Seat/top tube/head tube 530/560/166 mm
Stack/Reach/STR 565/393 mm/1.44
Drive SRAM Red (50/34 t., press-fit)
Brakes/gears SRAM Red/SRAM Red
Wheels/tyres (weights)**** Zipp 404 Firestrike/Continental Grand Prix 4000S2 25 mm (f./.h. 1,064/1,384 grams)

*Weighed weights.
**Manufacturer's specification, test size bold.
***Stack/reach projected vertical/horizontal measurement from the centre of the bottom bracket to the top of the head tube; STR (Stack to Reach): 1.36 means a very stretched, 1.60 a very upright riding position.
****Wheel weights including tyres, cassette, quick release/threaded axles and brake discs if applicable.

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