Focus Izalco Max 9.9

Focus Izalco Max 9.9 – High-performance aero racer for competition and victory

The Focus Izalco Max 9.9 is a first-class aero racer for competition and intensive training, aimed at ambitious riders with the highest standards. With its outstanding aerodynamics, precise and direct steering, and eye-catching, distinctive and attractive paintwork, the Izalco Max 9.9 offers maximum efficiency and high top speeds. This makes it perfect for anyone who wants to consistently push themselves to their limits in races or solo rides against the wind, making full use of every single watt. Thanks to the harmonious combination of innovative technology and a thoughtful selection of reliable Shimano and Reserve components, the Izalco Max 9.9 offers a remarkable riding experience, even in tough racing conditions. Despite its sporty basic design, the geometry of the Izalco Max 9.9 is not as progressive as that of other manufacturers, making the bike comfortable for longer tours as well.

Equipped with the powerful Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 2x12 groupset, the Izalco Max 9.9 offers wireless, precise, and lightning-fast shifting, ensuring immediate and accurate power transfer in every situation. In addition, the Izalco Max 9.9 is equipped with a 4iii power meter, so you can keep an eye on your performance at all times in conjunction with a bike computer. Furthermore, the extremely lightweight DT Swiss ARC 1400 Dicut carbon wheels significantly reduce the overall weight and, thanks to their 55 mm profile and high stiffness, ensure excellent acceleration and improved aerodynamics. In combination with Vittoria Corsa Pro tires, the Izalco Max 9.9 offers optimal grip and efficient power transfer with noticeably reduced rolling resistance. To ensure you can come to a safe stop at any time, even on steep climbs, the bike is equipped with reliable Shimano Dura-Ace disc brakes.

Highlights

• Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 2x12 wireless: Lightning-fast, precise shifting for maximum control in racing
• DT Swiss ARC 1400 Dicut carbon wheels: High stiffness, powerful acceleration, and top-level aerodynamic performance
• 4iii Power Meter: Precise power measurement for targeted training and optimal competition preparation
• Max carbon frame: High stiffness and noticeable comfort on long distances with a frame weight of only 865 g
• Reserve One Piece Cockpit: Invisible cable routing for maximum aerodynamics and a clean racing look

High-quality carbon frame with additional aero upgrades

At the heart of the Focus Izalco Max 9.9 is the innovative Max Carbon frame, built to NACA standards, which offers a balanced combination of extreme stiffness and high comfort. The specially developed arrangement of carbon mats in strategically important areas such as the bottom bracket, head tube, and seat tube keeps the frame of the Izalco Max 9.9 extremely laterally stiff, resulting in particularly direct and efficient power transfer. At the same time, the sophisticated design ensures that vertical vibrations are effectively dampened, which noticeably increases comfort on long distances and significantly reduces fatigue. In addition, the well-thought-out frame geometry guarantees safe and stable handling that remains confident and easy to control even at high speeds – and that with a very low frame weight of only 865 g. Focus has also designed the frame to work perfectly with Reserve's One Piece Cockpit. This not only ensures a clean, uncluttered look, but also improves aerodynamics and enables easy, precise handling. The robust thru-axle system also ensures that the wheels are precisely seated and prevents the brake discs from rubbing, which leads to increased stability and control and ensures a smooth, worry-free riding experience overall.