Cervélo Áspero-5
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18.51, 18.23, 17.3 lb
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Summary of Reviews
We have read all expert and user reviews on the Cervélo Áspero-5. In summary, this is what cyclists think.
15 reasons to buy
- The Áspero-5 comes in three builds: the top-end SRAM RED and equally priced GRX RX825 Di2 and SRAM Force.
- Experts relish the efficient Áspero-5’s “incredible” acceleration and ability to hold speed.
- On hard-packed gravel, the Áspero-5 cruises at higher speeds than all other gravel bikes tested by one reviewer.
- All testers praise the comfortable ride over gravel and broken pavement, highlighting the frame’s impressive impact absorption.
- Most reviewers are satisfied with the gearing range, which has a good choice of both high and low gears.
- The balanced geometry impresses an expert who enjoys the “sporty yet comfortable” seated position.
- One reviewer describes the handling as calm and stable yet agile.
- A tester relishes the powerful climbing position.
- The frame can take a front derailleur and up to a 52t chainring.
- Cervélo specs this bike with size-specific crank lengths and handlebar widths that mostly align with recent trends.
- All builds come with power meters and T47A threaded bottom brackets with ceramic bearings.
- Cervélo provides two carbon bottle cages and a bento box that mounts to the frame’s top tube mounts.
- The Áspero-5 has down tube storage under the bottle cage that includes two bags.
- Testers value the inclusion of a frame-integrated chain guide.
- Both SRAM builds run T-Type direct-mount derailleurs.
8 reasons not to buy
- The Áspero-5’s tire clearance is narrower than the competition at just 45mm.
- The agility racers may enjoy on this bike is deemed nervous and unforgiving by reviewers, who lack confidence on technical trails where other tested gravel bikes have thrived.
- The Áspero-5’s aero seatpost prevents the use of a dropper.
- The slick 42mm Vittoria Corsa Pro Control tires lack bite on all but “bone-dry dirt” and hard-pack.
- A reviewer complains that the seatpost clamp on their test bike doesn’t hold the seatpost in place properly.
- Some riders may dislike the jumps between gears on the MTB cassettes.
- One expert finds the handlebar too “flexy” in sprints.
- A tester of the size 58 feels the 42cm hoods and 48cm drops are too wide for a gravel race bike.
Bottom line
Cervélo’s Áspero-5 is a gravel race bike available in two SRAM builds and one Shimano. A frameset is also available. Limited tire clearance (45mm), slick stock tires, and nervous handling on technical trails attest to the Áspero-5 having been designed and equipped for fast terrain. Indeed, experts call it one of the fastest bikes they’ve ridden over hard-packed gravel and dirt. In particular, the “incredible” acceleration and efficiency, ability to hold speed, impact damping, and comfortable riding position impress. Likewise, spec choice is almost without fault. Overall, experts feel the Áspero-5 is among the best all-road bikes on the market.Expert Reviews
84/100 based on 3 rated expert reviewsCervélo Áspero-5 Review: A Rapid Gravel Racer That I Wouldn’t Take Out in the Mud
Cervélo Áspero-5 Test: The Fastest Gravel Race Bike Out There?
Cervélo Áspero-5 – First Test: The S5 as a Race Gravel Bike [German]
First Ride: Cervélo Áspero-5 Is a Fast Gravel Bike That Might Just Replace Your Road Bike
The New Cervélo Áspero-5 and Its Intriguing Features
New Product Test | Cervélo Áspero-5: An Aero Gravel Bike to Cut Through the Air [French]
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