2021 Boardman

SLR 9.6 Disc Carbon

A carbon frame race bike with high-end components and hydraulic disc brakes.
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Manufacturer Price

£3,950($5,002)
Weight17.6 lbs  
FrameCarbon
SuspensionRigid
ForkCarbon
Wheels700c Carbon
Drivetrain2 × 12 Electronic
GroupsetUltegra Di2
BrakesHydraulic Disc
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Terrain
smoothrugged
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Gearing

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Lowest gear

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39 mph

SLR 9.6 Disc Carbon

40 mph

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Spec Level

Based on build material and quality level of the frame, fork, wheelset, groupset, suspension system, and more.

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Sizing
XS

5'3" – 5'8"

SM

5'6" – 5'11"

MD

5'9" – 6'1"

LG

5'11" – 6'3"

XL

6'1" – 6'5"

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Reviews
BikeRadar
Boardman SLR 9.4 AXS Disc Carbon review

May 2021 · Warren Rossiter

The SLR is a firm favourite, and the addition of a cutting-edge wireless drivetrain and lightweight frameset for far less than ever before have only improved things

Highs
  • Excellent chassis

  • Superb drivetrain

  • Big value package

Lows
  • Skinny bar tape

  • Average saddle

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Cycling Weekly
Boardman SLR 8.9 Women’s Carbon

Sep 2020 · Maria David

Comfort, clearance and versatility are what makes this aero, lightweight women’s carbon road bike very attractive

Highs
  • Responsive, efficient transmission

  • Generous clearance

Lows
  • Tyres difficult to remove

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Cyclist
Boardman SLR 9.8 Disc review

Nov 2019 · Stu Bowers

Forget any preconceptions and brand snobbery, this bike is as good as some at twice the price

Highs
  • Light weight

  • Steadfast feel under load paired with accurate

  • Predictable handling

  • Incredible value

Lows
  • Aero frame tubes transmit a fair amount of road buzz

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road.cc
Boardman SLR 9.6 Disc

May 2019 · Dave Atkinson

Excellent bike for fast riding that can cope with everything from racing to endurance

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Geometry
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Specs
Build
Frame

Boardman SLR Disc - C10 Carbon

BB StandardPF30, Press Fit

Fork

Boardman SLR Disc - C10 Carbon

Bottom Bracket

FSA PF30 to Shimano BB

Headset

FSA No.42

Stem

Boardman Elite Alloy

Handlebar

Boardman Elite Alloy

Saddle

Boardman SLR with Pressure Relief

Seatpost

Boardman SLR Carbon 0-20mm adjustable offset

TypeRigid

Pedals

Not Included

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

Shimano Ultegra Di2 R8150

Front Derailleur

Shimano Ultegra Di2 R8150

Crank

Shimano Ultegra R8100 50/34t

Shifters

Shimano Ultegra Di2 R8170 2x12

Cassette

Shimano Ultegra R8100 12 speed - 11-30

Chain

Shimano CN-M8100

Brakes

Rear: Shimano Ultegra R8170 Disc Brakes 160/140mm RT-MT800 Rotors

TypeHydraulic Disc

Wheels
Rims

Alexrims ALX 845D Carbon (Tubeless Compatible) 45mm Profile - Thru-Axle Front and Rear

Tires

Vittoria Corsa Graphene 2.0 - 28mm

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