Ridley Helium SLX Ultegra 2020 Zambezia Metallic Zambezia Metallic
The Ridley Helium is a bike of Belgian make that is able to compete with some of the best professional bikes out there. It has been in different international cycling shows and magazines in the past, and has competed in the world famous Tour de France as well. Read full review
Ridley Helium Review
We reviewed the Ridley Helium and were very impressed by it. The carbon fiber frame was very simple indeed, without any fluff on it that would take away from the speed capabilities of the bike. In addition to this, there are cables on both the inside and the outside of the bike’s tube.
One of the primary goals of the frame design was obviously the reduction of weight, and this is apparent from the fact that the frame only weighs less than 1kg. Shimano Ultegra gearing and Fulcrum sets complete the image of the bike, with Racing 5 wheels too. While the bike feels like a featherweight, it punches like a heavy.
The tubes feel thing and fragile, but the Ridley Helium is the exact opposite. It handles like a rapier, flitting across the roads like a hummingbird or even a hawk. This is a bike that has been made for the smooth, straight roads and aggressive riders out there. Overall, this is a bike that has very little wrong with it, and a lot for any competition to live up to.
+Pros:
- Gorgeous design
- Extremely light body
- Great groupset and gearing
- Handles like a charm
- Made for the streets
-Cons:
- Not made for rough roads
- Feels a little too delicate at times
The Verdict
A paper-weight bike that handles like an F-22 Raptor and takes off in style, this is the perfect road bike for any aggressive cyclist.
We had a ton of fond memories created when we parted with the Ridley Helium, and couldn’t find much to complain about. From the low weight to the amazing handling, this is a bike we loved to love.
Ridley Helium SLX Ultegra Road BikeThe Ridley Helium SLX is one of the fastest, most versatile and strongest race bikes in the Ridley line-up. It features a top-quality carbon frameset and is equipped with a Shimano 2×11-Speed drivetrain, powerful caliper brakes and Fulcrum Racing 5 wheels. This superb bike gets you up to speed quickly, is responsive for aggressive breakaways and its low weight offers for exceptional hill climbing efficiency.Ridley’s SLX Carbon FibreThis dynamic road race bike combines the greatest comfort and pace for long days in the saddle and to leave the race pack in the dust. Its frame and fork feature Ridley’s SLX carbon construction for the greatest agility, durability and efficient power transfer. Shimano Ultegra 2×11-Speed Groupset and Fulcrum Racing 5 WheelsThis bike comes with Shimano’s Ultegra 2×11-Speed groupset, which allows for stress-free operation and high responsiveness even at top speeds. Plus, the included Fulcrum Racing 5 wheelset is wrapped in Vittoria Rubino Pro tyres for the combination of stability, pace and excellent traction. And, this sensational bike build is completed with a stylish and reliable Forza Cirrus finishing kit.Features: Frame: Helium SLX, 60T-40T-30T HM Unidirectional Carbon Fork: Helium SLX, 60T-40T-30T HM Unidirectional Carbon Drivetrain: Shimano Ultegra 11-Speed Crankset: Rotor VEGAST 52/36T Cassette: Shimano Ultegra 11-30T Brakes: Shimano Ultegra caliper rim Wheels: Fulcrum Racing 5 Tyres: Vittoria Rubino Pro Finishing Kit: Forza CirrusEasy AssemblyWhen you order a bike, one of our trained mechanics will carefully prepare and pack your bike for shipping. Upon delivery, the assembly is simple and all necessary tools are conveniently included in the box.Depending on the delivery service and destination, bikes will either be delivered in a large or a small box. Below is a guide as to how your bike will arrive: All bikes for delivery within the UK and Republic of Ireland will be delivered in a large box, except for kids’ bikes and BMX bikes, which are always delivered in manufacturer’s boxes. All bikes for delivery within the EU on a standard service will be delivered in a large box. If an express delivery option is chosen, your bike will be packed into a small box. Again, the exception is kids’ bikes and BMX bikes, which are always delivered in manufacturer’s boxes. All bikes for worldwide delivery outside the EU will be delivered in small boxes.This video demonstrates assembly from a SMALL BOX.This video demonstrates assembly from a LARGE BOX.Buy Ridley Bikes from Chain Reaction Cycles, the World’s Largest Online Bike Store.
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