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ORCA AERO OMR
A carbon frame aero frameset.
Manufacturer Price
$3,299| Frame | Carbon |
|---|---|
| Fork | Carbon |
| Wheels | 700c |
Summary
The Orbea Orca is a high-performance race bike that has undergone significant aerodynamic improvements, including reshaped profiles and a redesigned front end. It offers a smooth ride quality and confident handling, though it is noted to be heavier than some competitors. The bike's customization options and excellent specification are frequently praised, while wrist clearance on the drops and its weight are mentioned as areas for improvement.
Dramatically reshaped profiles for improved aerodynamics
Redesigned front end with internally routed cables
Smooth ride quality and confident handling
Excellent specification and customization options
Heavier than the competition
Wrist clearance on the drops could be improved
It’s been three years since we saw Orbea add disc brakes to their aero road bike, and now it looks like a complete overhaul is coming soon, with dramatically reshaped profiles…
BikerumorThe latest Orca Aero feels every bit as fast as the currently available.
BikeRadarThe new Dura-Ace groupset functions flawlessly, and the front shifting is phenomenal.
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Apr 2022 · Aaron Borrill
With a design blueprint inspired by its Ordu time trial bike, the Orbea Orca Aero is one seriously fast machine, but does that come at a cost?
Beautiful paintwork
Typical Orbea build quality
Incredible straight-line speed
One of the best in-class ride qualities
Sharp, reactive handling
Good price point
Anonymous branding won't appeal to all
Heavy
Nov 2021 · Simon von Bromley
The Orbea Orca Aero is no flyweight, but it nevertheless delivers superbike speed with none of the usual ergonomic sacrifices.
Feels fast
Adjustable
Excellent specification
Confident handling
Smooth ride quality
Customisation options
Heavier than the competition
Wrist clearance on the drops could be improved
Oct 2021 · Greg Kaplan
Orbea claims the new Orca bike will save you 15 watts at 40kph, and if you can manage 50kph, you'll save an additional 13 watts on the new aero road bike.
Aug 2021 · Cory Benson
Euskaltel Euskadi seem to be racing a secret prototype Orbea Orca Aero at La Vuelta España. What do we know about the new aero road bike...
Oct 2019 · Benedict Pfender
First ride review of the Orbea Orca OMX M10iLTD-D – pricing, weights, models, large tire clearances and MyO customisation programme.
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
None
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 […]
| 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 Colors: Black (Matte-Gloss); Silver-Bright Red (Gloss) / Carbon (Matte); Sensation Blue (Matte) / Black (Gloss) |
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| 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 | OC2 Road -8º |
| Seatpost | Orbea Aero OMR Type: Rigid |
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Last updated July 27
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