Cervelo Caledonia Ultegra (2021)

Cervelo Caledonia Ultegra - Versatile road racer with carbon frame

There is no question that Cervelo road bikes have enjoyed a high reputation for years. All the more so since they achieved success in the Tour de France, on the biggest stage in cycling. The Cervelo brand stands for high quality from Canada. The new Caledonia Ultegra creates the link between pure road bikes and gravel bikes. Because recently a clear trend has been observed: Road cycling is becoming more versatile. The focus is no longer on pure high-performance sport, but on riding pleasure. And that also on bad roads, far away from the big traffic streams.   The Caledonia is not a real Gravelbike - the Cervelo Aspero models do that - but a very comfortable road racer. Apart from after-work training, it is ideal for long tours, marathons and pass rides in the Alps. You can even equip the Caledonia with the most necessary attachments and use it as a fast commuter bike. For maximum comfort, the Caledonia Ultegra can be equipped with tyres up to 34 millimetres wide. With mudguards, the usable tyre width is reduced to 31 millimetres.

Cervelo - Carbon frame construction at the highest level

The use of low modulus carbon at the crucial points in the new Caledonia frame has resulted in outstanding durability. This is because low modulus carbon is less brittle than a conventional high modulus fibre. Furthermore, the frame of the Caledonia scores with numerous clever detail solutions. For example the removable front derailleur flange, which is attached to the seat tube with two screws. Not only that the component can be replaced in no time at all in case of a defect. The frame is also immediately compatible when new standards come onto the market. Or you can simply unscrew the front derailleur completely if you want to convert the machine to a single drive. The flanges for accessories such as mudguards, lights or a computer in the cockpit, which are integrated almost invisibly into the frame, are also elegant. We only need to say a few words about the components: For generations, the Shimano Ultegra Group has been one of the best racing bike equipment on the market. Full stop.

Highlights

• Light and durable Cervelo Carbon frame
• Complete Shimano Ultegra component group
• 2x11 gears and hydraulic disc brakes
• DT-Swiss wheelset, fitted with comfortable 30 mm tyres, tubeless-ready