The S3 is remarkable because, while aero, it is also very good for climbing. In fact, I have more PR bike climbs on the S3 than the R3, a testament to it’s climbing ability.

Is Cervelo S3 good for climbing?

The S3 is remarkable because, while aero, it is also very good for climbing. In fact, I have more PR bike climbs on the S3 than the R3, a testament to it’s climbing ability.

Is Cervelo S3 A Aero bike?

The Cervelo S3 is a masterful sprinter in the aero road bike category. It has numerous characteristics that define this bike as sleek and aerodynamic. These include an integrated fork and stem, RAT thru-axles, a carbon frame and internal cable routing. The bike has clearance for tires up to 30mm.

How many gears does Cervelo S3 have?

2017 Cervélo S3 Ultegra 6800

RRP $3,800 (about $5,278)
Wheels 700c
Drivetrain 2 × 11
Groupset Ultegra
Brakes Rim

Where are Cervelo bikes made?

Frame/Bike Point of Origin: Cervelo bikes are engineered and designed in Canada and manufactured in Asia. Cervelo does have a R&D facility in the U.S. that produces limited runs of the top of the line bike, the Cervelo R5ca and the P5x is produced in conjunction with HED in Minnesota.

Did cervelo discontinue the S3?

Bottom Line: The Cervelo S3 is a great bike to see back in the Cervelo line after it was discontinued for a couple years with the introduction of the Cervelo S5. Why?

What year is Cervelo S3?

Note: An overview of the 2019 Cervelo S3 can be found here. Aero road bikes continue to gain interest each year and for good reason. There is no doubt that, all else being equal, bikes designed with aerodynamics in mind are faster.

How heavy is a Cervelo S3?

about 15.5 lbs
Besides, if the whole bike weighs under 16.5 lbs with 1770 gram wheels, it is pretty easy to make it weigh about 15.5 lbs with just a wheel upgrade! All in all, if it fits you well, the Cervelo S3 is a really nice riding and fast bike – arguably the best riding truly aero road bikes available.

What does cervelo mean in Italian?

Cervélo is a portmanteau of cervello, the Italian word for brain, and vélo, the French for bike.

What is the difference between Cervelo S3 and S5?

All up, the new S5 is said to save a rider 42grams of drag, or 5.5 watts, whereas the redesigned S3 disc is said to save a not-so-marginal 13 watts at 40kph. With claims like that, Cervelo claims that riders should expect to feel a tangible difference on the road when compared to its predecessor.

Is Cervelo made in China?

Cervelos have always been made in China. In fact, a great deal of high end carbon bikes are made in China, Others are made in Taiwan. Very few carbon fiber bicycles come out of Italy or anywhere else. The bicycle industry is very good at deceiving customers where the product is actually made.

Why are Cervelo bikes expensive?

The question comes because: – They are a relatively “new”, not like some italian brands which had that “old” added value like colnago, fuji or bianchi. – They don’t have a huge amount of podiums in well marketed races like the TDF as for example pinarello.