A NEW BIKE FOR CLASSIC RIDES The Caledonia is the bike we keep reaching for when we know the odometer’s going well past the triple digit mark. Long rides invariably have some smooth tarmac, some junk pavement over backroads, a cutty singletrack connector, and maybe even your own local Strade Bianche sector. So we built a bike that could take on all of them, do it well, and fit fenders in case the ominous clouds turn into a downpour 130km into your day. We don’t see road bikes as delicate machines meant only for putting watts into and receiving speed from. They’re an extension of our soul, of the way we want to see our worlds, and the lives we want to live. Sometimes that means cutting across park grass, and sometimes it’s seeing where that dirt road off to the left leads you. The Caledonia-5 is a bike for the modern road rider.

WORLD TOUR INSPIRED

We developed the Caledonia-5 in collaboration with Team Sunweb to satisfy the need for a dedicated cobbles bike. Keep your eyes peeled at the Monuments.

RACE-BRED

Faster handling isn’t necessarily better—we engineered the handling based on the specific use-case. In this case it’s Roubaix. Roubaix is harder on bikes than any other race on the calendar, and there’s zero margin for error. We increased the rear center (compare this to the R3 that was raced last year), lowered the BB, and increased the trail. The handling is still fast, but we’ve added stability.

INSPIRING & REFINED

This is a race bike—it was designed for and will be used as our teams’ Roubaix bike. Rather than designing multiple versions of the bike with various fit profiles (R5, R-Series, etc.) like we’ve done in the past, we designed a system that enables a broad range of fits on a single bike while maintaining the aesthetic and functional cleanliness we demand.

STABLE, CAREFREE, AND CONFIDENT

We’ve stayed away from compliance gimmicks; no elastomers or funky tube intersections. Our proven library of tube shapes is at the core of every bike we design, and these tube shapes all have different known attributes.

You can’t cheat physics. Triangulation and the force required to deflect is at the heart of the ‘double-diamond’ frame design, and has been since the safety bicycle’s inception. We know how our tube shapes behave, and it’s a matter of placing them in a layout that achieves the desired compliance based on that deflection. The simplest solution is almost always the best.

The Cervélo Caledonia-5 Disc with Ultegra Di2 11-speed and Zipp 303S is a high-performance endurance road bike featuring a blend of comfort, aerodynamics, and precise electronic shifting. Here's a general description based on the components mentioned:

Cervélo Caledonia-5 Disc Frame: Endurance Geometry: The Caledonia-5 is designed with an endurance-oriented geometry, providing a comfortable riding position suitable for long-distance rides. Carbon Fiber Construction: The frame is likely constructed from high-quality carbon fiber, known for its stiffness, compliance, and lightweight characteristics. Shimano Ultegra Di2 11-speed Groupset: Electronic Shifting: The Ultegra Di2 groupset features electronic shifting, providing precise and reliable gear changes with the push of a button. 11-speed Cassette: The 11-speed configuration offers a wide range of gears suitable for various terrains. Zipp 303S Wheelset: Carbon Fiber Wheels: The Zipp 303S wheelset is likely constructed from carbon fiber, offering a good balance of aerodynamics, weight, and stability. Versatile Depth: The Zipp 303S wheels typically have a versatile rim depth, suitable for a variety of riding conditions. Disc Brakes: Hydraulic Disc Brakes: The inclusion of disc brakes ensures consistent and powerful braking performance, especially in diverse weather conditions. Disc brakes also provide better modulation and control. Wide Tire Clearance: Versatility: The frameset and wheelset may provide ample tire clearance, allowing for the use of wider tires. This enhances comfort and traction, especially on rough roads or gravel. Internal Cable Routing: Clean Aesthetics: The frameset likely features internal cable routing for a clean and aerodynamic appearance while protecting cables from the elements. Versatility: Adaptability: The Caledonia-5 Disc is designed to be versatile, suitable for various road riding scenarios, including endurance rides, light gravel adventures, and mixed-terrain exploration. Cervélo Engineering: Aerodynamic Features: The Caledonia-5 frameset may incorporate aerodynamic elements, reflecting Cervélo's commitment to engineering excellence and efficiency.

Fork Cervélo All-Carbon, Tapered Caledonia Fork Headset FSA IS2 1-1/8 x 1-1/2 Seatpost Cervélo 27.2 Alloy Shifters Shimano Ultegra Di2 8050, 11 spd Rear Derailleur Shimano Ultegra Di2 8050, 11 spd Front Derailleur Shimano Ultegra Di2 8050, 11 spd Brake Calipers Shimano Ultegra 8070 Hydraulic Disc Brake Rotors Shimano RT-RT800, 160mm Thru Axles Cervelo Indexed Thru-Axles w/ Lever, 12x100/142 Crankset Shimano Ultegra 8000 Bottom Bracket JY-BB 24 Handlebar Cervélo Alloy Stem Cervélo Alloy Saddle Fizik Argo Cassette Shimano Ultegra CS-R8000, 11 spd Chain Shimano CN-HG701, 11 spd Wheels Zipp 303S

Tires Pirelli Cinturato Velo

Frame production date may differ from model release cycle.