It’s hard to beat the sensation of power that comes from a great aero bike. What rider is ambivalent about a machine that is designed to give back free watts? Is there a competitor who doesn’t grasp every last advantage in the battle for speed? Orca Aero delivers these prizes – along with the willingness to to go all-out, all day, without hesitation. Long live the bike that balances the emotional and rational desires inside each of us – Long live Aero.
HOW WE MADE IT
In professional cycling, partnerships matter and the right combination can distinguish a good team from a great one, turning near misses into podium finishes. See the first steps of how Orbea and Lotto Dstny joined forces in the latest video.
PERFECT BALANCE
Historically, considering only the three design factors of aerodynamics, stiffness and weight rarely yeilds dramatic improvement. Big gains in one area always compromise one or both of the others. The key to building the best aero road bike is finding the balance of these targets, and identifying additional performance factors that allow the rider to increase efficiency.
AERODYNAMICS
Aligning the frame with the airflow, optimizing cross-sections, smoothing transitions and myriad other improvements mean a big reduction in drag. Slipping effortlessly through the air, that instant feedback of a world-class aero bike. There is no better feeling.
POWER TRANSMISSION
The large majority of torsional and lateral loads are handled by the lower spine of the frame. A frame which is stiff in the right places means direct power transmission to the rear wheel.
BALANCED HANDLING
One of the most important points to consider when determining geometry is that the bike must be easy to ride. Going fast isn’t just a by product of good aerodynamics, it requires precise control over the bike.
SUPERIOR ERGONOMICS
Our all new OC Cockpit has been designed for a perfect balance of aerodynamics, stiffness to weight and ergonomics.
SPECIFICATIONS
Frame: Orbea Orca Aero Carbon OMX disc, monocoque construction, HS 1,5", BB 386, powermeter compatible, Thru Axle 12mm x 142mm rear, thread M12x2 P1, Speed release compatible, internal cable routing, EC/DC compatible.
Fork: Orbea Orca Aero OMX ICR, full carbon, 1-1/8" - 1,5" tappered head tube compatible, Thru axle 12x100mm, thread M12x2 P1, Speed release compatible dropout.
Headset: FSA 1-1/2" Integrated Aluminium Cup
Seatpost: OC Road Aero RA10 Carbon, SB0/25, w/Micro tilt adjustment
Front Wheel Axle: Orbea Thru Axle 12x100mm M12x2 P1 Lite
Rear Wheel Axle: Orbea Thru Axle 12x142mm M12x2 P1 Lite
Hydration: OC Aero Bottle RA10 (550ml) + Carbon Cage Kit RA10
Storage: OC Aero Toolbox TB01PP
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