A race bike is a high-performance road bike designed to deliver the optimal blend of speed, agility, and efficiency. It features lightweight materials, aero-enhancing frame designs, and aggressive geometry to maximise power transfer and minimise drag.

Who are race bikes suitable for?

Race bikes are ideal for competitive cyclists, club riders, and anyone looking to enhance their speed and endurance on the road. Their lightweight and responsive handling make them perfect for racing, fast-paced group rides, and long-distance challenges.

What makes Ribble race bikes different?

Ribble race bikes are engineered for elite performance, blending cutting-edge aerodynamics, advanced carbon construction, and precision handling. Developed in collaboration with professional athletes, our race bikes offer the perfect balance of speed, power, and comfort.

Are race bikes comfortable for long rides?

While race bikes prioritise performance, our models are designed with optimised geometry and compliance to ensure a comfortable ride, even over long distances. Choosing the right frame size, saddle, and handlebar setup can enhance comfort further.

What are the key differences between aero and lightweight race bikes?

Aero race bikes are built to slice through the wind, perfect for fast, flat courses and explosive sprint finishes. Lightweight race bikes, by contrast, are crafted for agility and rapid acceleration on climbs and mountainous terrain. The Ultra-Race combines both strengths, uniting ultra-light carbon engineering with aerodynamic profiling to create the ultimate podium-chasing machine.

Can I customise my Ribble race bike?

Yes! Our bike configurator tool allows you to customise your bike, wheels, and finishing kit to create your perfect race machine. You can choose custom paint finishes and upgrades to match your performance goals and personal preferences.

Do race bikes come with electronic gearing?

Most of our race bikes offer electronic gearing, such as Shimano Di2 or SRAM AXS, for precise, effortless shifting. Mechanical groupsets are also available for those who prefer a traditional setup.

What tyre sizes are available for race bikes?

Most race bikes are designed for 25-32mm tyres to balance speed and comfort. Some models support wider tyres to enhance grip and compliance on rougher road surfaces.

How do I choose the right race bike for me?

Your ideal race bike depends on your riding style, terrain, and goals. If outright speed and aerodynamics are your focus, an Aero Race Bike is the way to go. A Lightweight Race Bike is your best match for nimble handling and climbing prowess. Want the best of both? The Ultra-Race blends aero efficiency with lightweight performance in one uncompromising package. Need help deciding? Our team of experts is ready to guide you.

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Race BikesFast and efficient. Designed for pure speed. Built to win.

With racing at their core, our race bikes are the result of decades of elite competition, pro team collaboration, and relentless innovation, shaped into the ultimate tools for speed. Each model is engineered for aerodynamic efficiency, lightning-fast power transfer, and razor-sharp handling to perform when the stakes are highest.

Whether it’s sprint finishes, breakaways, or alpine climbs, these bikes are built to deliver.

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Ultra-Race
New for 2025. Our lightest, most responsive race bike ever. Next-gen carbon, explosive speed, razor-sharp control. Builds from 6.58kg.
From£3,699
Ultra-Aero SL R
The world’s most aerodynamically advanced road race bike. Lightweight carbon design, unmatched performance & speed.
From£3,699
Ultra-Aero SL
World-leading lightweight carbon design, aerodynamics & performance for competitive racing.
From£2,799
Endurance SL R Disc
Ultralight carbon race bike. Designed for speed, comfort and responsiveness for those who race fast and far.
From£3,399

Race BikesFast and efficient. Designed for pure speed. Built to win.

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