Campagnolo's new Super Record 13 groupset has launched, featuring 13 sprockets at the rear, making it the first 2x13 speed groupset. A 1X chainset, common in time trials, was seen on a Team Cofidis Look 795 Blade RS. This setup discards the front derailleur, enhancing aerodynamics and weight savings. The bike appears prepared for an upcoming uphill time trial stage. This stage, 11 kilometres long with an 8km climb at a 7.9% gradient, illustrates the evolving tech landscape in cycling, focusing on lightweight and hybrid configurations.
Campagnolo has launched its new Super Record 13 groupset, featuring 13 sprockets at the rear, making it the world's first 2x13 speed road groupset. This significant upgrade does not include a 1X or single chainring option, commonly seen in WorldTour time trial setups.
A 1X front chainset eliminates the need for a front derailleur, resulting in weight savings, improved aerodynamics, reduced mechanical losses, and enhanced chainline efficiency depending on gear ratios.
The bike spotted at the Tour de France is thought to be prepared for an uphill time trial, with the absence of a race number suggesting it is not a rider's primary race machine.
The upcoming time trial stage is just 11 kilometres long, featuring an 8km climb with a 7.9% average gradient, setting up a scene for diverse bike tech choices.
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