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2019 Orbea

ORCA M25-PRO

A carbon frame race bike with high-end components and shimano ultegra rim brakes.

Manufacturer Price

$3,999
FrameCarbon
ForkCarbon
Wheels700c Carbon
Drivetrain2 × 11
GroupsetUltegra
BrakesShimano Ultegra Rim
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Ride Feel

Based on frame geometry and build specs.

Rider Position
relaxedaggressive
Terrain
smoothrugged
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Gearing

A bike with lower gearing will be easier to ride up steep hills, while a higher top end means it will pedal faster down hills.

Lowest gear

(climbing)

39 mph

ORCA M25-PRO

40 mph

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Highest gear

(descending)

Sizing
47cm

5'1" – 5'4"

49cm

5'2" – 5'7"

51cm

5'4" – 5'9"

53cm

5'7" – 6'0"

55cm

5'10" – 6'2"

57cm

6'0" – 6'4"

60cm

6'2" – 6'10"

Rider Fit Notes
  • 5'9", size 53cm, Just right
Reviews

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.

Pros
  • 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

Cons
  • Ride quality can be stiff, affecting comfort over long distances

  • Design may lack distinctiveness compared to earlier models

  • Higher-end models can be expensive

Key Quotes
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 Tips logoCycling Tips
The 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.
Cycling Weekly logoCycling Weekly

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Velo
Orbea Orca M20iLTD-D review

May 2020 · Dan Cavallari

Orbea's Orca combines aero touches with a lithe ride to create a racing multitasker for sprint duties, breakaways, and climbing sufferfests.

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Cyclist
Orbea Orca M10i review

Dec 2019 · Peter Stuart

Orbea's latest Orca is a versatile race bike that does pretty much everything very well, without costing the earth

Highs
  • Fast

  • Light

  • Great versatility

  • Sharp

  • Predictable handling

  • Good value

Lows
  • Stiff competition from the likes of Specialized Tarmac and Cannondale SuperSix

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Gran Fondo Magazine
First Ride Review: Orbea Orca OMX

Oct 2019 · Benedict Pfender

First ride review of the Orbea Orca OMX M10iLTD-D – pricing, weights, models, large tire clearances and MyO customisation programme.

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BikeRadar
Orbea Orca OMX M10i LTD D review

Sep 2019 · Warren Rossiter

An everyday superbike? The new OMX looks to combine the aero advantages of the Aero with the lightness of the OMR

Highs
  • Wonderfully accomplished all-round ride, great smart design features with it

Lows
  • A bike this good doesn’t come cheap

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Cycling Weekly
Orbea Orca Aero M10Team

Apr 2018 · Paul Norman

We test the first aero bike from the Basque brand

Highs
  • Comfortable and fast ride

  • Flashy looks

  • Clearance for 28mm tyres

  • Zero cost configurator allows you to choose your own colour scheme

Lows
  • None

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Cycling Tips
Orbea Orca review: Basque in name, but German in soul - CyclingTips

Mar 2018 · James Huang

Orbea has always proudly touted its Basque heritage, and its latest Orca road racer is a strong testament to the brand’s lengthy experience in the category. Just like those orange-clad riders in Tours de France of yore, the Orca is a superb climber whose only limitation when the road heads skyward is the ability of […]

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road.cc
Orbea Orca Aero M20 Team

Mar 2018 · David Arthur @davearthur

A fast aero bike with great handling and decent smoothness

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VeloNews
Orbea Orca Aero M10iTeam

Mar 2018 · William Tracy

Distilled to its core, the Orca Aero is a sleek machine for flat, fast days.

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Geometry
Specs
Build
Frame

Orbea Orca carbon OMP, monocoque, tapered 1-1/8" - 1,5", PF 86mm, powermeter compatible, internal cable routing, EC/DC compatible, 130mm rear spacing, 27,2mm seat tube.

BB StandardBB86/BB92, Press Fit

Fork

Orca OMP carbon fork, full carbon steerer, tapered 1-1/8" - 1,5", carbon dropouts.

Bottom Bracket

BB86/BB92, press-fit

Headset

FSA 1-1/8 - 1-1/2" Integrated Carbon Cup ACB Bearings

Stem

FSA Energy

Handlebar

FSA Energy Compact

Saddle

Prologo Kappa RS STN size 143mm

Seatpost

FSA SL-K SB20 27.2x350mm Di2 compatible

TypeRigid

Pedals

N/A

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

Shimano Ultegra R8000 SS

Front Derailleur

Shimano Ultegra R8000

Crank

Shimano Ultegra R8000 34x50t

Shifters

Shimano Ultegra R8000

Cassette

Shimano Ultegra R8000 11-28t 11-Speed

Chain

KMC X11-EL

Brakes

Shimano Ultegra R8000, Rear: Shimano Ultegra R8000

TypeShimano Ultegra Rim

Wheels
Rims

Vittoria Elusion Carbon Clincher 30c

Tires

Vittoria Rubino Foldable 700x25 60TPI G+

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