lapierre aircode sl 600 fdj 2017

Boasting pro-race geometry, advanced aerodynamics and a truly power-hungry lateral stiffness, the Aircode SL is perfectly in balance. To achieve this our engineers optimized the carbon lay-up, reducing the number of layers in the seat tube and head tube, whist keeping the same levels of stiffness, appreciated by FDJ riders. For 2017 Lapierre bought two Aircode models into Australia, the Aircode SL 600 FDJ and the Aircode SL 700 Ultimate. Ride faster, harder, stronger! To my surprise the Aircode rolled straight over and ate the bumps up just as well as the Sensium. The Mavic Cosmic Pro Carbon Exalith WTS wheels give the bike a killer look and at around $2,000 (when sold separately) are a huge bonus on a bike with a RRP of under $7,000.

The innovative profile of its Kamm Tail and NACA tubes ensures the attainment of unmatched aerodynamic efficiency. However, the Lapierre engineers still felt some improvements could be made, and did not rest up!

Lapierre Aircode SL700 Review. It’s the finest blend of aero, structural stiffness and low weight for racing and sprinting. (Note the Di2 junction box mount that is included is a great feature as it uses a spacer just below the stem saving it having to be mounted to the stem itself.) Lapierre have just released the 2016 version of their aero-styled road frame, the Aircode and before it even had a chance to hit the shops our man in France, Chris has been out testing a 2016 Aircode SL700 this past month. On recommendation of my bike fitter, the Zipp Service Course 110 mm stem was swapped out for a Zipp Service Course SL 100 mm and the slick Fizik Arione R5 saddle swapped out for a Selle Royal. Not so! It’s the finest blend of aero, structural stiffness and low weight for racing and sprinting.

The Aircode had a great first year, taking Thibaut Pinot to third place in the 2014 Tour de France. If you are looking for a super comfortable butter smooth ride you should be looking at the Lapierre Pulsium or Specialized Roubaix, which I have been told first hand by owners are fantastic.It's only early days, however for the price and spec its hard to walk past this bike without being impressed. The Aircode SL 600 is the lower spec'd model with mechanical Ultegra , Mavic Ksyrium Elite wheels and of course an FDJ colour scheme. Découvrez le AIRCODE SL 600 FDJ Lapierre, à partir de 2999€ ! Pulling on the brakes makes the bike sound like a jet engine during startup, which is pretty cool! Coming from a MTB background I don't see the need for discs on a road bike, but each to his own. The braking surface is not carbon but an alloy with tiny groves cut into it. Rims are a decent 45 mm deep with bladed spokes and you can definitely feel them cutting through the air. The Aircode SL 700 Ultimate sports the following componentry on the 55 cm model: The many months of development and numerous test sessions seemed to have paid off, and resulted in a race ready aero machine. 2017 Lapierre Aircode SL 600 FDJ MCP. After riding the sportive/endurance 2014 Lapierre Sensium 500 Di2 for the past 2 years I thought I was going to be in for a rough/non-compliant shock. The 2017 Lapierre Aircode SL 700 Ultimate has just arrived and I am impressed! AIRCODE SL 600 FDJ.

Boasting pro-race geometry, advanced aerodynamics and a truly power-hungry lateral stiffness, the Aircode SL is perfectly in balance. The Mavic WTS (Wheel Tyre System) with the Mavic Yksion Pro Griplink/Powerlink 700x25c work as they should and are stable on wet roads. The Aircode also uses PowerBox technology for pedaling efficiency, and semi-integrated front brakes. Initially I rode some smooth roads and it felt really comfortable, I then took it to some local roads that I know are not that great.

... and the Aircode SL 600 FDJ MC at €2,999. Kamm Tail tube profiles give all the benefits of a traditional wing-section, yet their squared-off backs create ‘virtual’ trailing … Kamm Tail tube profiles give all the benefits of a traditional wing-section, yet their squared-off backs create ‘virtual’ trailing edges that handle sidewinds better than a … Ride faster, harder, stronger! FSA 1"1/8 1"1/4 FSA ORBIT C-33 44E + 15 mm top coverSHIMANO ULTEGRA KFC6800CX26 52x36 170mm (XS, S) / 172.5mm (M) / 175mm (L, XL, XXL)ZIPP Service Course 6° BLACK Ø: 31.8mm L: 90mm (XS, S) / 100mm (M) / 110mm (L) / 120mm (XL) / 130mm (XXL)ZIPP Service Course 80 anatomic 40mm (XS) / 42mm (S, M, L) / 44mm (XL, XXL) The rear was the biggest surprise in that it is very compliant over bumpy terrain but not back jarringly stiff. (Not to mention mounting a rear light)  Now to the most important part, how does it ride? Where other manufacturers give you a set of wheels that are training wheels at best, Lapierre include 45 mm Mavic Carbon wheels worth a good amount of money. aircode sl 600 fdj Compétition / Sport , Lapierre Avec sa géométrie pensée et créée pour la course, une aérodynamique parfaite et une rigidité latérale accrue, l’Aircode SL est parfaitement équilibré. Aircode SL 600 FDJ CP; Aircode SL 600 FDJ CP. The front sports an Ultegra 52x36 crankset which is a good match for this bike (and the speeds you should be doing) although still enables you to get up most hills without issue.The frame itself cuts some really nice angles and has some aero styling, although the seat post is a standard round 31.6 mm which gives you decent upgrade options. Headset: FSA 1’’1/8 1’’1/4 FSA ORBIT C-33 44E + 15 mm Rear derailleur: SHIMANO ULTEGRA Di2 RD6870GS 11-SpeedBrakes: SHIMANO ULTEGRA BR6800 / BR6810F DIRECTMOUNTSprocket: SHIMANO ULTEGRA CS680011128 - 11-Speed 11-28TTires: MAVIC YKSION PRO GRIPLINK / POWERLINK 700x25cThe Shimano Ultegra Di2 6870 series works flawlessly and surprisingly comes with a GS long cage rear derailleur.

Although I had no issue with the stock components during the bike fit, I tend to do longer rides and have a fairly stiff back so went with the bike fitters recommendation. With the inclusion of Di2 and the Zipp components its hard to say no. Zipp (bars, stem, seat post) and Shimano Di2 components litter the frame and lead to a package that works as it should, smooth and comfortable.