CyclingCeramic makes it official the new balance with aerodynamic coverIt's light, but above all it shows some really interesting data in terms of reducing the aerodynamic drag coefficient.
The pulleys are made of aluminum and the cover is completely made of UD carbon with a dedicated design, the declared weight on the scale is only 137 grams. Let's see it in detail.
Marginal gain: every detail counts
In reality, it is not just a marginal detail, or rather, it should be considered as such only when evaluated as a single component. The new balance wheel of CyclingCeramic It is part of an evolutionary process that encompasses aerodynamics, but also the optimization of efficiency related to the transmission. And the friction reduction It is the main subject.
What does it mean? Drag reduction and greater ease in maintaining a speed high and constant. Reduction of energy expenditure to maintain speed. Positive effects on thetransmission efficiency, thanks to a more rigid and precise gear change during upshifts and downshifts. This range of reasons also includes theinnovation and technological research of materials.
Aero Cage, how it is made
It's a cage dedicated to the rear gearbox and its compatibility is linked to the 12-speed Sram AXS transmissions, as well as the Shimano systems (also 12-speed), of the Dura-Ace and Ultegra families.
The cage is completely unidirectional carbon, While the two pulleys are made of aluminumThe upper one has 14 teeth, while the lower one has 19. The The spheres are ceramic and are made in France., as the protocol requires CyclingCeramicRepeated laboratory tests have shown an infinitesimal friction, equal to 0,033 for each pulley.
For number lovers
Numbers should always be argued and analyzed in depth, sometimes even subjectively, but at the same time they are of enormous value for research and development. The new Aero Cage (laboratory test) reduces drag by 25% compared to the standard CyclingCeramic barbell, percentage that reaches 60% compared to the Shimano cage. This means a saving of 7 seconds at a constant speed of 40 kilometers per hour.
The capacity is up to 36 teeth
The new CyclingCeramic aero barbell arrives at support sprockets up to 36 teethThis is not just a simple detail, because it greatly expands the range of uses and the number of users who want to equip themselves with such a component. With the same configuration, adding a barbell of this type with oversized pulleys, CyclingCeramic recommends using a slightly longer chain (from 2 to 4 shirts). The list price of CyclingCeramic's Aero Cage is 369 euros.
CyclingCeramic products are distributed in Italy by Fina Bike. For more information, please call +39 0934 932422 or email commerciale@finabike.it.
