It's right for you if...
You want to take your time trial/triathlon performance seriously but without spending a fortune. There's a lot of potential in this bike to make you fast, almost as much as a bike that's worth twice the price.
The tech you get
BOTTOM BRACKET
In terms of stiffness, Cervelo uses BBright technology in the bottom bracket, making it 11mm wider, improving stiffness for power transfer and also shaving a little bit of weight.
TRUEAERO
The shaping of the tubes reduces the turbulence of the air and therefore reduces the aerodynamic drag. They use TrueAero technology to work out which shapes, sizes and features are optimal for every part of the frame. On the P2, the exact design is inherited from the better-specced P3, proving that this bike is great value for money.
105 R7000
The other significant improvement over the 2018 model is the new Shimano 105 R7000 groupset. The recently released 105 R7000 has more trickle-down technology from Dura-Ace than ever. Aesthetically it looks like it has more in common with the Dura-Ace 9100 than the 105 r5800, so it certainly looks the part.
Why you'll love it
- Control. The stiffer bottom bracket combines with a stiff headtube, their equilibrium makes for an extremely stable ride
- Aerodynamics. A dropped down downtube, extended seat-tube cutout, and shielding seat stays make this bike slippery fast
- Gearing. The 105 R7000 is arguably the best value groupset currently on the market
The final word
The 2019 Cervelo P2 lives up to its iconic legacy as one of the best value time trial/ triathlon bikes you can buy. With an identical frame to the P3, the p2 excels in stiffness, aerodynamics and fit.
SPECIFICATIONS
Fork | Cervelo All-Carbon, P2 Fork |
Headset | FSA IS2 1-1/8 x 1-1/8" |
Wheels | Shimano RS100 |
Tyres | Continental Grand Sport Race 23mm |
Crankset | SHIMANO RS510 50/34 |
Bottom Bracket | Cervelo BBright Connect 24x90 |
Chain | SHIMANO CN-HG601, 11 SPEED |
Front Derailleur | Shimano 105 R7000, 11 speed |
Rear Derailleur | Shimano 105 R7000, 11 speed |
Cassette | Shimano 105 R7000, 11 speed |
Shifters | Shimano Dura-Ace BSR1, 11 speed |
Handlebar | Profile Design Wing 10a Basebar, 35a extensions and arm rests, Sonic Clamp |
Stem | Profile Design Aris OS |
Brake Caliper | Shimano 105 R7000 |
Saddle | ISM PR 1.0 |
Seatpost | Cervelo Carbon, Aero, Rail-Adjust |
Brake Levers | Profile Design ABS AL |
*All specifications listed are subject to change without notice.
*Subject to availability. Specifications subject to change without notice.