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ORCA AERO M30TEAM
A carbon frame aero bike with upper mid-range components and shimano 105 rim brakes.
Manufacturer Price
$3,299| Frame | Carbon |
|---|---|
| Fork | Carbon |
| Wheels | 700c Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 2 × 11 |
| Groupset | 105 |
| Brakes | Shimano 105 Rim |
5'1" – 5'4"
5'2" – 5'7"
5'4" – 5'9"
5'7" – 6'0"
5'10" – 6'2"
6'0" – 6'4"
6'2" – 6'10"
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Summary
The Orbea Orca is a versatile race bike that excels in speed, handling, and comfort, making it suitable for both competitive racing and long-distance rides. It features a lightweight, stiff frame with aerodynamic optimizations, and offers customization through the MyO program. While it performs exceptionally in various conditions, some riders may find its ride quality stiff or its design less distinctive compared to previous models.
Lightweight and stiff frame for quick acceleration
Excellent handling and stability at high speeds
Customization options via MyO program
Comfortable for long rides with clearance for wider tires
Aerodynamic efficiencies reduce drag
Ride quality can be stiff, affecting comfort over long distances
Design may lack distinctiveness compared to earlier models
Higher-end models can be expensive
The Orbea Orca has helped me get my mojo back.Bicycling
Orbea has always wanted to play with the big boys in terms of performance numbers, and that goal has clearly now been met.
Cycling TipsThe Orbea Orca Aero feels just that bit faster and more slippery than a non-aero machine of the same weight and with a similar spec.
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May 2019 · Warren Rossiter
A bike you can push to your limits with absolute confidence in its handling
Handling up with the best
Great equipment
Firm, slightly dull tyres
Wheelset limits tyre choice
Oct 2018 · Sam Challis
Orbea has exploited the UCI's rule changes to good effect, but that extra speed comes at a cost
Racy geometry complements stiff frame
Aerodynamic design has noticeable effect at high speed
Heavy weight
Little concession to comfort
Apr 2018 · Paul Norman
We test the first aero bike from the Basque brand
Comfortable and fast ride
Flashy looks
Clearance for 28mm tyres
Zero cost configurator allows you to choose your own colour scheme
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Mar 2018 · David Arthur @davearthur
A fast aero bike with great handling and decent smoothness
Mar 2018 · William Tracy
Distilled to its core, the Orca Aero is a sleek machine for flat, fast days.
Aug 2017 · James Huang
Orbea has long shied away from the aero road bike scene, instead focusing more on low weight and high stiffness for its flagship Orca range. But that all has now changed with the introduction of the Orca Aero, which combines the standard Orca’s proven geometry with a sleek and modern shape to help it slice […]
Aug 2017
Orbea finds a winning combination of aerodynamics, handling, and all-around fun-factor with its Orca Aero.
Jul 2017 · Lydia Tanner
The new Orca Aero promises to be stiffer and more aerodynamic with updates to the frame, fork and cockpit
| Frame | Orbea Orca Aero carbon OMR, monocoque construction,tapered 1-1/8" - 1,5", BB 386mm, powermeter compatible, internal cable routing, EC/DC compatible. BB Standard: 386EVO, 86mm, Press Fit |
|---|---|
| Fork | Orca Aero OMR carbon fork, full carbon steerer, tapered 1-1/8" - 1,5", carbon dropouts |
| Bottom Bracket | 386EVO, 86mm, press-fit |
| Headset | FSA 1-1/8 - 1-1/2" Integrated Carbon Cup ACB Bearings |
| Stem | Orbea OC-III |
| Handlebar | FSA Trimax Compact |
| Saddle | Prologo Dimension T4.0 size143 mm |
| Seatpost | Orbea Aero OMR Type: Rigid |
| Pedals | N/A |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano 105 R7000 SS |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | Shimano 105 R7000 |
| Crank | Shimano 105 R7000 34x50t |
| Shifters | Shimano 105 R7000 |
| Cassette | Shimano 105 R7000 11-28t 11-Speed |
| Chain | KMC X11-EL |
| Brakes | Shimano 105 R7010, Rear: Shimano 105 R7010-RS Type: Shimano 105 Rim |
| Rims | Vision Team 35 Comp Clincher |
|---|---|
| Tires | Vittoria Rubino Foldable 700x25 60TPI G+ |
First added September 17
Last updated September 17
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