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The Caledonia celebrated its debut four years ago. Its unique selling point was its comparatively sporty design. The carbon tubes were streamlined, the cockpit had no cables and bends could be controlled directly. The new version seamlessly picks up on these virtues, but also extends the range of use to unpaved paths. In short: the Caledonia-5 sees itself as a Versatile all-road bikewhich fills the gap between marathon bikes and gravel bikes.
Cervélo Caledonia-5: The most important facts
- Weight of complete wheel: not specified
- Stack/Reach/STR: 580/387 millimetres/1.50 (size 56)
- Max. tyre clearance: 36 millimetres
- Frame sizes: 48, 51, 54, 56, 58, 61
- Prices: 5999 to 12999 Euro
- Integrated storage compartment in the down tube
- Brackets for fixed mudguards
According to Cervélo, the focus during development was on riding comfort. As with the new Áspero the seat stays are positioned relatively low on the seat tube, which should improve the rear suspension. In addition, the tyre clearance has been increased from 34 to 36 millimetres, which means that the Caledonia-5 is ideally equipped for detours on dirt and gravel roads. 30 millimetre wide tyres from Vittoria are fitted ex works. Fixed mudguards can be attached to the frame set in "bad weather" and the brackets are removable.
The most striking new feature of the frame set, whose down tube is supposed to be slightly stiffer according to the manufacturer, is an integrated storage compartment. A mini-tool, spare tube, tyre lever and CO₂ cartridge can be "hidden" in the down tube. The puncture kit is stored in a small bag so that nothing rattles around inside the frame on rough terrain. The Caledonia-5 takes its "boot" from the new time trial and triathlon bikes (P series). A bottle cage can also be attached to the lid.
The frame geometry remains almost identical, with the nominal STR ratio of 1.50 in the medium frame size indicating a rather sporty riding position. Striking: For frame size 56, Cervélo specifies an extremely steep seat tube angle of 77 degrees, which should make the bike more agile to control than comparable all-road bikes. For all other sizes, the seat tube angle is more moderate at around 73 degrees.
Cervélo did not provide any information on the complete wheel and individual weights. The predecessor model with Shimano Ultegra Di2 (2x11) and flat carbon wheels (Reserve 35) weighed in at 8.1 kilograms on the TOUR scales. The integrated storage compartment and the aerodynamically optimised carbon wheels (reserve 42/49) on almost all equipment variants indicate a slightly higher total weight.
Prices and equipment
The new Caledonia-5 not only looks like a competition bike, its price is also orientated towards the fast racing bikes. The basic version with SRAM Rival AXS and simple aluminium wheels from Vision is available for 5999 euros, while the top model with SRAM Red AXS and high-quality carbon wheels from our own brand Reserve costs an impressive 12999 euros.
All models are characterised by carbon handlebars and seat post as well as a power meter. The Shimano versions (52/36, 11-34 teeth) have a slightly sportier gear ratio than the SRAM bikes (48/35, 10-36 teeth), which even allow a gear reduction in the lowest gear and should therefore be able to take steep ramps under the tyres.
Caledonia-5 Rival AXS
- Drive/gear shift: SRAM Rival AXS (2x12; 48/35, 10-36 t, power meter)
- Impellers: Vision Team i23 (aluminium)
- Tyres: Vittoria Corsa N.ext TLR (30 mm)
- Seat post: Cervélo SP24 (Carbon)
- Handlebars: Cervélo HB13 (Carbon)
- Stem: Cervélo ST32 (aluminium)
- Price: 5999 Euro
Caledonia-5 Force AXS
- Drive/gear shift: SRAM Force AXS (2x12; 48/35, 10-36 t, power meter)
- Impellers: Reserve 42/49 (Carbon)
- Tyres: Vittoria Corsa N.ext TLR (30 mm)
- Seat post: Cervélo SP24 (Carbon)
- Handlebars: Cervélo HB13 (Carbon)
- Stem: Cervélo ST32 (aluminium)
- Price: 7999 Euro
Caledonia-5 Ultegra Di2
- Drive/gear shift: Shimano Ultegra Di2 (2x12; 52/36, 11-34 t., power meter)
- Impellers: Reserve 42/49 (Carbon)
- Tyres: Vittoria Corsa N.ext TLR (30 mm)
- Seat post: Cervélo SP24 (Carbon)
- Handlebars: Cervélo HB13 (Carbon)
- Stem: Cervélo ST32 (aluminium)
- Price: 7999 Euro >> available here
Caledonia-5 Dura-Ace Di2
- Drive/gear shift: Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 (2x12; 52/36, 11-34 t., power meter)
- Impellers: Reserve 42/49 (Carbon)
- Tyres: Vittoria Corsa Pro Control TLR (30 mm)
- Seat post: Cervélo SP24 (Carbon)
- Handlebars: Cervélo HB13 (Carbon)
- Stem: Cervélo ST31 (Carbon)
- Price: 11999 Euro
Caledonia-5 Red AXS
- Drive/gear shift: SRAM Red AXS (2x12; 48/35, 10-36 t., power meter)
- Impellers: Reserve 42/49 (Carbon)
- Tyres: Vittoria Corsa Pro Control TLR (30 mm)
- Seat post: Cervélo SP24 (Carbon)
- Handlebars: Cervélo HB13 (Carbon)
- Stem: Cervélo ST31 (Carbon)
- Price: 12999 Euro
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