Orbea Orca M21iTeam-D 2020 Blue 55
If you are planning on winning prizes, then you are going to want the best of the best. To a large extent, this is precisely what you get with the Orbea Orca. This bike is an incredibly light 6.8 - 7 kg, while the weight varies depending on certain aspects of the OMR frame. This bike by no means is cheap but is definitely worth every penny. Read full review
Orbea Orca Review
Straight off the bat, you know what to expect from Orca. This is because it is linked to the famed Orbea brand that has featured prominently in both the Olympics and Tour de France. So while the price tag might cause you to wince, you can be reassured that you are making a good investment.
When it comes to aesthetics, Orbea has clearly gotten rid of any unnecessary bulk. The Orca is streamlined and weighs in between 6.8 and 7 kilos. This, in part, is one reason to waste no time in getting this bike. Right away, you can tell that this bike is going to be fast.
Of course, we know what they say about assumptions so we decided to saddle up. We were definitely right about it being fast. If you are looking for a competitive bike then you really should look no further than an Orbea. The stiffness, in particular, is definitely what gives this bike an edge. Where the Orbea really shines, however, is the handling. Whether you are trying to maintain control over the fast corners or the slow ones, you do not have to worry.
One piece of the bad news is that you are going to have to pay through the nose for the higher end Orcas. Another downside to this bike is that it is not particularly comfortable. Of course, if you spend your time racing, it was unlikely that you were imagining a different outcome. So, really, this is something that can be overlooked.
+Pros:
- Fast bike, great for racing
- Streamlined appearance
- Excellent handling
-Cons:
- Pricey
- Not very comfortable
The Verdict
The Orbea Orca is a fast racing bike with superior handling that gives you an edge over the competition.
Despite the price tag attached to this bike, it is a great option for a serious racer. If you would do anything to be a little bit ahead, then the Orbea Orca will definitely help you get there.
Orbea Orca M21iTeam-D L 20 Bike 2019Ready to winThe Orbea Orca Aero brings performance with an aero construction that openly defies the wind with panache. It brings performance and an incredible appearance that is sure to turn heads while you zip by everyone else in the peloton. Find that extra ounce of strength within a machine purpose built for glory and seize your opportunity to land yourself on the top step of the podium.The Orbea Orca Aero effortlessly achieves marginal gains, providing you with the performance and aero advantages so many seek. It offers an improved torsional strength due to the optimization of the headtube, bottom bracket and chain-stay joints. This creates a more rigid structure for improved power transmission. The fork has also seen some major improvements, which now see a wider fork opening for reduced airflow pressure achieving a 4 watt drag reduction. Don’t worry though, it’s still UCI legal. The shortened tail enables the use of a flatter tubing, softening the airflow towards the bottles.The Orbea Orca Aero M20 comes decked out with a complete SRAM Force eTap electronic drivetrain, providing you with smooth and reliable shifting performance you can count on. Attack and outsprint the competition on FULCRUM Racing 400 DB Wheels wrapped in Hutchinson Fusion tires. The Orbea Aero OMR seat post reduces air turbulence due to its aero profile and still manages to maintain great vibration absorption capabilities. The Orbea Orca comes ready out of the box to win, question is.. are you?FeaturesShortened Tail:Enables the use of a flatter tubing, which softens the airflow towards the bottle cages.Double Radius:Opens up airflow around the tubing profile, with improved airflow over the different angles.Flattened sides:Reduces friction at the front of the tubing and provides better drag at low speeds.New freeflow fork: UCI legal aero fork with a wider/more aerodynamic structure.Orca Aero Seat Post:Reduces turbulence and provides aerodynamics.Rigid Structure:The headtube, bottom bracket and chainstay joints are optimixed for improved torsional strength.ICR (Intenral Cable Routing) Plus: Ensures the best internal cable guidance that is friction free and easy to installSRAM Force eTap groupset:Provides smooth and reliable electronic shiftingSPECIFICATIONSFrameOrbea Orca OMR Disc carbon 2020, monocoque construction, tapered 1-1/8″ – 1,5″, BB 386mm, powermeter compatible, thru axle 12mm x 142mm rear, internal cable routing, EC/DC compatible, 27,2mm seat tubeForkOrbea Orca OMR Disc carbon fork 2020, full carbon steerer, tapered 1-1/8″ – 1,5″, carbon dropouts, thru axle 12 x 100mmHeadsetFSA 1-1/8 – 1-1/2″ Integrated Carbon Cup ACB BearingsShiftersSRAM Force eTap AXSFront DerailleurSRAM Force eTAPRear DerailleurSRAM Force eTAPCranksetSRAM Force Dub 35x48tBottom BracketSRAMPedalsN/AChainSRAM Force 12-SpeedCassetteSRAM XG-1270 10-33t 12-SpeedBrakesSRAM Force eTap AXSWheelsetFULCRUM Racing 400 DBTiresHutchinson Fusion 5 All SeasonTLR 700x25HandlebarFSA Energy CompactStemOrbea OC-IIIBar TapeOrbeaSeatpostOC-2 27.2x350mm Offset 20SeatclampN/ASaddleHard Black Scratch-2 Tirox size 143 mmIntended UseRaceWeightN/AGEOMETRY (mm)Size47495153555760A: Seat Tube Length440460480500520540570B: Effective Top Tube510522536548.5560576590C: Stack506515533552572590616D: Reach370375380385391398404F: BB Drop/Rise72727270707070G: Head Tube Length104111130148168186213H: Head Tube Angle71deg71.5deg72.2deg72.8deg73deg73.2deg73.2degI: Seat Tube Angle74.5deg74deg73.7deg73.5deg73.5deg73.2deg73.2degJ: Standover Height729742758780800817844K: Chainstay Length414414414414414414414L: Wheelbase97297598098199110021027Crank Length170170170170172172175Stem Length90100100110110110120Handlebar Width400400420420420440440Size Guide155 – 1605’1″ – 5’3″160 – 1665’3″ – 5’5″167 – 1725’5″ – 5’7173 – 1795’7″ – 5’10180 – 1855’10” – 6’1″186 – 1916’1″ – 6’3″192 – 2076’3″ – 6’8″ | Orbea Orca M21iTeam-D L 20 Bike 2020 Blue, 55
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