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IZALCO MAX 9.0
A carbon frame race bike with ultra high-end components and sram red hydraulic disc brakes.
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€9,999($11,634)| Weight | 15.7 lbs |
|---|---|
| Frame | Carbon |
| Fork | Carbon |
| Wheels | 700c Carbon |
| Drivetrain | 2 × 12 Electronic |
| Groupset | RED AXS |
| Power Meter | Red AXS |
| Brakes | SRAM RED Hydraulic Disc |
Based on build material and quality level of the frame, fork, wheelset, groupset, suspension system, and more.
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View Comparison5'1" – 5'6"
5'4" – 5'9"
5'7" – 6'0"
5'10" – 6'3"
6'0" – 6'5"
🐐 Estimated
- 5'9", size MD, Just right
- 6'0", size LG, Just right
- 6'4", size Xl, Just right
Summary
The Focus Izalco is a race-oriented bike that combines elegant design with practical performance, offering great handling and a good spec for the money. It features aerodynamic optimization and increased stiffness, making it suitable for competitive riding, though some reviews note its sporty position may not be comfortable on long ascents. The bike is praised for its compliance and efficiency, with a focus on speed evident throughout its design.
Elegant design that balances speed and practicality
Great handling
Good spec for the money
Aerodynamic optimization
Increased stiffness and improved comfort
Sporty position not too comfortable on long ascents
Handling not as responsive as expected on fast descents
Fully integrated cockpit would better realise the bike’s aero aspirations
The Izalco Max is considerably cheaper than the £8,000 / $8,500 / €8,500 Specialized Tarmac SL8 Pro, with the only notable spec omission on the Focus bike being a power meter.
BikeRadarGiant’s Propel Advanced Pro 0 is similarly priced, at £6,399 / $8,000 / €6,900, although it also includes a power meter.
BikeRadarThe new FOCUS IZALCO MAX looks and feels fast.
Gran Fondo MagazineFeedback?
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May 2024 · Simon von Bromley
No longer in the WorldTour, but still worthy
Elegant design that balances speed and practicality
Great handling
Good spec for the money
No power meter included
Dec 2023 · Jessie-May Morgan
The 2024 Focus Paralane mirrors the Izalco Max silhouette, combining its NACA tube shapes with a compliance-prioritizing carbon layup for endurance comfort.
Oct 2023 · Martin Staffa
All new and built for speed? With the IZALCO MAX G4 2024, FOCUS present a modern, speed-hungry bike. But is speed alone enough for a top-class road bike?
Racing look and feel
Good level of compliance
Suitable for indoor trainers
Discreet branding
Fully integrated cockpit would better realise the bike’s aero aspirations
Nov 2021 · Robin Wilmott
Cut-down cockpit, single-ring Dura-Ace crank, and Vittoria tubular tires all in the name of saving a few grams.
Jan 2021 · Marc Abbott
The Focus Izalco Max Disc 8.6 is a rapid, engaging, comfortable entry-level aero machine
Stiffness
Handling prowess
Sensible spec
Well geared
Neat aero design and integration
Shimano 105 chainset would complete the package
Low bottom bracket
| Frame | MAX technology carbon, disc, 142x12 mm thru axle, flat mount 160/140 mm BB Standard: BB86/BB92, Press Fit Color: Silver |
|---|---|
| Fork | MAX technology carbon, 100x12 mm thrue axle, flat mount |
| Bottom Bracket | SRAM DUB86, PF41 |
| Headset | ACROS IS 52/ IS52 (ICR), FOCUS integrated C.I.S. |
| Stem | FOCUS C.I.S. 2.0 integrated, 8° |
| Handlebar | Easton EC70 Aero, carbon, 80 mm, 125 mm |
| Saddle | fi'zi:k Vento Antares R1 |
| Seatpost | FOCUS Aero Carbon, D-shape, set-back: 15 mm Type: Rigid |
| Grips | FOCUS Bartape SL |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM RED AXS, 12-speed |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | SRAM RED AXS |
| Crank | SRAM RED with AXS Power Meter, 48/35 T |
| Power Meter | SRAM RED with AXS Power Meter, 48/35 T |
| Shifters | SRAM RED HRD |
| Cassette | SRAM RED XG-1290, 10-30T |
| Chain | SRAM RED |
| Brakes | SRAM RED E1 | SRAM RED E1 Type: SRAM RED Hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | ZIPP 404 Firecrest, Carbon, 58mm, 23-622 |
|---|---|
| Tires | Vittoria Corsa N.EXT, tubeless ready, 28-622 | Vittoria Corsa N.EXT, tubeless ready, 28-622 |
| Disc Rotors | SRAM Red Paceline X, front: 160 mm / rear: 140 mm (XS-L), 160 mm (XL) |
First added May 18
Last updated January 10
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