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Carbon Fiber Road Bicycles

Carbon road bikes are of the most sought after products when it comes to high-performance cycling. This synthetic material offers incredible features in any type of terrain, competition and circumstances, but it is the best one to choose for professional road racing. Almost all teams already opt for this type of product, and not for nothing.

At AURUM, we share with you everything you need to know about carbon fiber road bikes, and we help you make a purchasing decision.

The best carbon bicycles

One of our main goals is to create the best carbon fiber road bike for professional cyclist around the world. Undoubtedly, the expertise of Alberto Contador and Ivan Basso, creators of the brand, as well as their thousands of hours on a bike during high level competitions, were decisive in creating the best carbon road bikes on the market.

In addition, the fact that our products are customizable gives our customers an added value, as it is up to them to decide how far they want to take their new high-performance bike. The price of a carbon bike can be high, since they are professional products. However, our configurator will help you stay within the budget you had in mind for the purchase of your new road companion.

Best carbon road bikes are AURUM's

What are the characteristics of carbon bikes?

As you can imagine, the main characteristic of carbon road bikes is the material they are made of. It is stronger than steel and lighter than other components. Therefore, this is the main factor that professional cyclists take into account when comparing an aluminum or a carbon bike. Finally, keep in mind that this material is still very difficult to manufacture, so bicycles tend to be in the medium-high segment.

How much does a carbon fiber bike weigh?

As you can imagine, the main characteristic of carbon road bikes is the material they are made of. It is stronger than steel and lighter than other components. Therefore, this is the main factor that professional cyclists take into account when comparing an aluminum or a carbon road bike. Finally, keep in mind that this material is still very difficult to manufacture, so bicycles tend to be in the medium-high segment.

Resistance of carbon bicycles

One of the main characteristics of carbon fiber is its strength. This is due to the irregular configuration of the sheets, which are intercalated with resin and other materials to offer better properties. Among them, it also stands out that these mixtures are anti-corrosive, non-deformable and withstand impacts very well. All these advantages make carbon fiber one of the best materials for high-performance road bicycles nowadays.

Moreover, when cycling on the road, we never know what weather conditions we may face. Carbon is waterproof and easy to dry in the wind too, so by using a carbon fiber road bike, you will be more than ready to deal with all kinds of adversity on the road.

CARBON BIKES

What to look for when buying a carbon bike?

As we said before, this type of product is one of the bestsellers among professional athletes. For this reason, there is a wide range of high-performance carbon road bikes on the market. Here’s what you should look out for before making your final decision:

  • Aesthetics. Who does not like to be the center of attention in all circumstances? Buying an aesthetically pleasing road bike will also encourage you to use it, to train more, and to want to show it off wherever you go.
  • Price. The price of a carbon road bike is also important. Remember that it is not necessary to spend a lot of money to have an excellent product, as the price is only synonymous with the standard of the materials from which it is made.
  • Quality. It should be the first characteristic you look for when buying a new carbon fiber road bike. When you are cycling, this is the only thing that matters, since a bicycle is the only element you need to be able to start practicing this sport. If you do not invest in a good road companion, how can you expect to get good results or ride often?

If this is the very first time you are going to buy such a bike, remember to think about it for a while. Do not forget that this product will be with you for many years due to its high durability, so it is not a decision you should take lightly.

CUSTOMIZE THE CARBON FRAME OF YOUR BIKE

At AURUM, we offer you the possibility of customizing your carbon road bike frame. This way, not only can you choose the size the best suits your height, but also its color and the decals. What are you waiting for to have a high-performance customized carbon bike that adapts 100% to your needs?


WELCOME PACK

With the purchase of a complete bike or frameset, you’ll receive a bottle an bottle cage, spot for M312 or GF Contador, and a garment from our catalogue as a complimentary gift.



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