“New bike day” is extra special today because this time I own an actual new road bike.
I’ve been riding and racing on used bikes since the beginning, so it feels great to have a brand new bike. My Roubaix has been wonderful, but I’ve been itching to own a Tarmac for a couple of years, and I’m really excited that the day is finally here.
I’ve got a lot to get used to. New geometry, disc brakes, electronic shifting, and tubeless tires. That’s a lot to take in. I’m glad it’s the off season and there’s plenty of time to dial everything in before racing begins in February.
Frame: Specialized S-Works FACT 12r, 12x142mm thru-axle, flat-mount disc
Crankset: S-Works Power Cranks with dual sided power meter
Bottom Bracket: OSBB with CeramicSpeed bearings
Chainrings: Dura-Ace 52/36T
Derailleurs: Dura-Ace Di2 9150
Chain: Dura-Ace 11-speed
Cassette: Dura-Ace 11-30t
Levers: Dura-Ace Di2 9150
Brakes: Dura-Ace R9170, hydraulic disc
Saddle: S-Works Toupé
Handlebars: ZIPP Service Course 70 Ergo
Tape: S-Wrap Classic
Stem: S-Works SL 110mm
Wheels: Roval CLX 50 Carbon Disc 50mm with CeramicSpeed bearings
Tires: S-Works Turbo Tubeless 24mm
