The latest in our series of blog posts featuring some of the best new bikes at Bike Science for 2012.
Next up, it’s what we believe the be the best all round bike out there. The Boardman Elite AiR Road. No matter what your chosen discipline, the AiR Road can do it all.
What is it?
The Boardman Elite AiR Road is a true all rounder. Light, aero, fast – and in typical Boardman style, great value too. If you need one bike that’ll see you through any sportive, triathlon or time trial this is the choice for you.
The Boardman Elite AiR Road is the bike chosen by Alistair and Jonny Brownlee in their quest for world triathlon domination. The frame takes aerodynamic tube profiles developed for the Air TT Time Trial machine and brings them to a true aero road bike. You won’t see faux “aero” tubes shapes here – this is REAL aerodynamics, developed using the latest CFD techniques and extensively tested in the wind tunnel. This frame is comparable to the best road frames in the world when it comes to handling and response to pedal input, but with the sleek aerodynamics of the best TT frames. If you’re looking for a bike that can be used across all disciplines, this is it. Road racing, sportives, time trials, triathlon – this bike can do it all.
The Boardman Elite AiR 9.8 Was the clear winner in Cycling Plus magazines aero road bikes test.
AiR/9.8
WINNER
5/5 Stars, Exceptional. A genuine class leader.
“Ultra-efficient, lightweight, comfortable aerodynamic speed chassis loaded with the best possible equipment at an astonishing price.”
“buy iF… You want a near perfect maximum efficiency speed and distance machine at a competitive price.”
Source: Cycling Plus. Issue 261
As the sharp eyed amongst you may have noticed, it’s been all change at Bike Science recently with our move to not one, but THREE new brands!
Here’s the first in a series of blog posts featuring some of our new machines. Specification, pricing, features, and all the best bits.
First up it’s the bike we believe is going to be a big hit with triathletes this year. The 2012 Kuota K-Factor.
What is it?
The Kuota K-Factor is the latest evolution of Kuota’s best selling triathlon/time trial bike. Full carbon frame, carbon fork, carbon aero seatpost, the works! Excellent value for money, highly adjustable and a moderate riding position make this bike a winner with triathletes everywhere.
What does it cost?
Complete bikes start from just £1849. You can find the full specs and prices HERE
Who’s it for?
As bike fitters we spend a lot of our time attempting to get riders into comfortable, sustainable aero positions. The K-Factor offers something that’s hard to find in today’s world of pro tour inspired, elite athlete focused time trial and tri bikes; a geometry that’s triathlon friendly for “normal” age group athletes. The frame geometry features tall stack height and short reach, meaning it’s relatively easy for us as bike fitters to get riders into positions that are suitable for triathlons of all distances up to Ironman and beyond. The result? A tri position you can actually use and run off the bike with ease. A great choice for athletes with long legs too who struggle to get their bars in a manageable position.
We’re very proud to announce the arrival of the Boardman Elite series of bikes at Bike Science Bristol. With Tour de France stage wins, Tour de France yellow jersey wins, multiple hour record rides and Olympic gold, Chris Boardman has a palmares unequalled by any British rider. Since retiring from competitive racing, Chris worked along side British Cycling’s World Class Performance program helping them to develop the best possible equipment in their quest for Olympic glory. He now brings that wealth of experience and knowledge to his own range of bikes.
The Elite range features both road and TT bikes developed for the competitive rider.
Air Road – Aerodynamic Road Frame – The weapon of choice for lone breakaway riders everywhere. Ridden to multiple World Triathlon victories by Alistair and Jonny Brownlee
SLR Road – Ultra lightweight, high performance road bikes bringing world class bikes at killer prices
Air TT – As close as you’ll ever get to riding the frame used by our Olympic track team. Wind tunnel and CFD race proven aerodynamics with complete bikes from less than £2000
Each and every bike supplied by Bike Science includes a FREE pre-purchase sizing session with an expert bike fitter and FREE Level 1 bike fit.
We’re clearing out our entire stock of Planet X and On-One demo bikes. New and nearly new bikes at bargain prices. What’s more, we’ll include a FREE Level 1 bike fit with each bike if you collect from our Bristol Studio. Watch the website next week for BIG news about our new brands.
We’ve a very limited number of Van Nicholas Titanium ex-demo bikes available to order now. We’re clearing out these bikes to make way for the 2012 models. Each bike has done a very small number of road miles for short test rides only. Once they’re gone they’re gone – Ti bike bargains – a once a year opportunity! Order now or miss out.
CONTACT US for more details of any of these bikes or order online by following the links below…
Preparations are under way for this years Triathlon Show (formerly TCR) at Sandown Park race course on 2nd to the 4th of March. This years show promises to be bigger and better than ever and has gone “triathlon specific” for 2012 and Bike Science will be there in force! Meet our fitters, see a wide range of Planet X and Van Nicholas bikes and book a bike fit.
Order any Planet X, On-One or Van Nicholas bike from Bike Science at this years show and we’ll include a FREE Retul Level 2 precision bike fit worth £184.99 with EVERY BIKE
Combine the best value bikes with the best bike fit available for the ultimate ride.
Free bike sizing consultations are available throughout the show opening times…
Friday 2nd March – 2:30pm to 7:30pm
Saturday 3rd March – 9:30am to 5:30pm
Sunday 4th March – 9:30am to 5:30pm
We’re taking TWO fitting jigs this year due to last years demand. Sizing sessions are FREE and by appointment
February sees the release of two of our most exciting new bikes for 2012, one for the road, one for time trials and triathlons – BOTH FAST
ThePlanet X Exocet 2 replaces the award winning Exocet and offers even further refined aerodynamics for the ultimate in speed.
The Planet X N2A sees the aerodynamic features of Planet X’s time trial frames meet their expertise in road bike design with their first aero road frame.
At Bike Science our aim is to make sure each and every client gets the perfect bike for them.Every client receives a FREE sizing session by our expert fitters before purchase on our adjustable fitting jig and and FREE set up on the bike once the bike arrives (or a half price precision Retul bike fit if you prefer).
Exocet 2 – £2299.99 – SRAM Force components with Planet X Pro Carbon 82/101 Wheelset
N2A – Spec and prices to be announced (details expected soon)
Sizing sessions currently available at Bike Science Bristol and Bike Science Derby (we’re working on getting Planet X bikes to Darlington and Tunbridge Wells)
Adrian has been involved in triathlons and cycling since 2005. He has competed at both World and European Championship level in his Age Group from Sprint to Long Distance. These days although enjoying a few sprints, he mostly competes in Ironman events having raced at both IM Lanzarote and The Outlaw in 2011. Preferring more endurance type events Adrian also likes to participate in as many cyclo-sportives and longer distance TT’s as possible. Adrian is also a keen marathon runner and SwimTrek junkie.
Adrian is a BTF Coach and an Advanced (REPs Level 3) Personal Trainer who specializes in sports conditioning and weight-loss with a client portfolio ranging from cyclists to runners and triathletes, both novice and advanced. Adrian has trained extensively with Bike Science head fitter Andy Sexton and will be Retul Certified in December (2011), Bike Science South East will be opening in January at Tribeca Sport. Precision bike fitting will be complemented by a full range of cycling and triathlon clothing and equipment.
DON’T MISS OUR INTRODUCTORY RETUL BIKE FIT OFFER
Throughout January – All LEVEL 2 Retul Precision Bike Fits at Bike Science South East and Bike Science North East – ONLY £100 (SAVE £85 from our standard price!)
Throughout January – All LEVEL 3 Retul Precision Bike Fits (two riders or one rider with two bikes) at Bike Science South East and Bike Science North East – ONLY £175 (SAVE £85 from our standard price!)
Our first Viner demo bike is complete. A true Italian thoroughbred! For this one we’ve stuck with an Italian theme throughout with components from Campag, Deda and Selle Italia
Viner Perfecta frame and fork
(demo bike is an off the peg medium frame, but all customer frames are custom geometry and made to order)
Campag Chorus 11 speed group
Campag Eurus Black wheels
Deda Superzero carbon seatpost
Deda Zero100 bars and stem
Selle Italia Flite Carbon Saddle
Vittoria Open Corsa CX tyres
Each Viner carbon frame is tailor made and hand built in Italy to exacting standards.
At Bike Science we offer complete bike builds with Shimano, Campag or SRAM groups and a wide choice of wheels and finishing components.
Every bike or frame ordered includes a pre-purchase Retul fit session on our adjustable fitting bike plus a Retul bike fit on the bike on collection.
Perfect frames, perfectly fitted.
In stock IN STOCK NOW! The ultimate winter cycling overshoes from renowned wetsuit manufacturer Snugg. We saw these at this years TCR show and just had to have some. Suffer no longer with cold feet. Now’s the time to invest in a key piece of winter kit. These neoprene overshoes are windproof and will keep you warm even when your feet are wet.
