Yes, so I have I indulged in a triathlon bicycle @ tri bike after training with a few friends who themselves have triathlon bikes - BMC, Trek, Cervelo etc. It was the right thing to do after taking part in a couple of tri events and being poison by the group of friends. Haha!
The BMC TM02 (known as the TimeMachine) was the weapon of choice. This is the 2015 model, which is pretty much the same as the previous years (and the 2016 model) with only cosmetic paintjob differences and some other minor stuff.
Comes with the Shimano 105 11 speed groupset, which is only slightly heavier than the Ultegra by a little bit and a whole lot cheaper. The BMC TM02 was chosen from my previous experience that I had with a 2013 BMC SL01 Tiagra. The brand and the performance is what drove me to get another BMC.
Specs:
Frame: p2pxSubA full carbon construction, Frame weight: 1360 g, DTi cable routing, compatible with mechanical and electronic groupsets, Integrated rear brake
Fork: Aero fork, SubA full carbon construction – 1-1/8" steerer tube
Front Derailleur: Shimano 105 FD-5800
Rear Derailleur: Shimano 105 RD-5800
Number of Gears: 22
Shifters: Shimano Dura Ace Barend SL-BSR1
Chainset/Crankset: Shimano 105 FC-5800
Chainrings: 53/39T
Bottom Bracket: Shimano BB30
Cassette: Shimano 105 CS-5800, 11-28t
Chain: Shimano 105 CN-HG600
Brakeset: Integrated TT design®, Shimano BR-R5800 (F)
Brake Levers: Profile Design
Handlebars: Profile Design T2 Wing w/ T2 extensions
Stem: BMC RST 3
Wheelset: Shimano WH-RS010
Front Tyre: Continental Ultra Sport 2, 700 × 25C, Folding
Rear Tyre: Continental Ultra Sport 2, 700 × 25C, Folding
Saddle: Fizik Ardea Tri manganese
Seatpost: Aero post, carbon, with p2p and subA
The detailed specifications on this bike can be found at the BMC Switzerland, fastest bike on earth.
The BMC Timetrial/Triathlon bikes has pretty good reviews everywhere you look. For example this review by 220 Triathlon and TriRadar which gives it a very good rating. Having almost the functions of the more mature (pro-use) TM01, but in a more practical packaging.
After a couple of rides (approximately 200km in total) on the BMC, the first noticeable difference is the standard crank of 53-39. The climbs really gets to you. But the bike in general is absolutely fast especially on the flats and downhill. Stiff bodywork yet comfortable, handles well and a very good fit with a lot of adjustments on the seat position as well as the Profile Design aerobars.
Only to note, the rear brakes are quite difficult to adjust as you would need to remove the crank to get the brakes adjusted. That is normal for most integrated brakes. Would be a problem especially with wider wheels.
And that leads me to the next posts on a new set of wheels in the stable, by 3T Cycling. Stay tuned for the test and reviews after putting sufficient kilometers in them as well as a race ahead. (Updated: review here)
And yes, I'm ready for the 2016 season!
TM01のDNAを受け継ぐエントリーモデル。
The BMC TM02 (known as the TimeMachine) was the weapon of choice. This is the 2015 model, which is pretty much the same as the previous years (and the 2016 model) with only cosmetic paintjob differences and some other minor stuff.Comes with the Shimano 105 11 speed groupset, which is only slightly heavier than the Ultegra by a little bit and a whole lot cheaper. The BMC TM02 was chosen from my previous experience that I had with a 2013 BMC SL01 Tiagra. The brand and the performance is what drove me to get another BMC.
Specs:
Frame: p2pxSubA full carbon construction, Frame weight: 1360 g, DTi cable routing, compatible with mechanical and electronic groupsets, Integrated rear brake
Fork: Aero fork, SubA full carbon construction – 1-1/8" steerer tube
Front Derailleur: Shimano 105 FD-5800
Rear Derailleur: Shimano 105 RD-5800
Number of Gears: 22
Shifters: Shimano Dura Ace Barend SL-BSR1
Chainset/Crankset: Shimano 105 FC-5800
Chainrings: 53/39T
Bottom Bracket: Shimano BB30
Cassette: Shimano 105 CS-5800, 11-28t
Chain: Shimano 105 CN-HG600
Brakeset: Integrated TT design®, Shimano BR-R5800 (F)
Brake Levers: Profile Design
Handlebars: Profile Design T2 Wing w/ T2 extensions
Stem: BMC RST 3
Wheelset: Shimano WH-RS010
Front Tyre: Continental Ultra Sport 2, 700 × 25C, Folding
Rear Tyre: Continental Ultra Sport 2, 700 × 25C, Folding
Saddle: Fizik Ardea Tri manganese
Seatpost: Aero post, carbon, with p2p and subA
The detailed specifications on this bike can be found at the BMC Switzerland, fastest bike on earth.
After a couple of rides (approximately 200km in total) on the BMC, the first noticeable difference is the standard crank of 53-39. The climbs really gets to you. But the bike in general is absolutely fast especially on the flats and downhill. Stiff bodywork yet comfortable, handles well and a very good fit with a lot of adjustments on the seat position as well as the Profile Design aerobars.
Only to note, the rear brakes are quite difficult to adjust as you would need to remove the crank to get the brakes adjusted. That is normal for most integrated brakes. Would be a problem especially with wider wheels.
And that leads me to the next posts on a new set of wheels in the stable, by 3T Cycling. Stay tuned for the test and reviews after putting sufficient kilometers in them as well as a race ahead. (Updated: review here)
And yes, I'm ready for the 2016 season!
TM01のDNAを受け継ぐエントリーモデル。
