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Peter Sagan to race alloy frame and tubeless tyres

Peter Sagan to race alloy frame and tubeless tyres

Three-time world champion to race Allez Sprint Disc frameset at Down Under Classic

Published: January 12, 2019 at 2:30 am

Former world champion Peter Sagan will ride an alloy Specialized Allez Sprint Disc at the Tour Down Under — Former world champion Peter Sagan will ride an alloy Specialized Allez Sprint Disc at the Tour Down Under
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The bike is built around a Dura Ace 9170 Di2 groupset that is fitted with Specialized's own power meter — The bike is built around a Dura Ace 9170 Di2 groupset that is fitted with Specialized’s own power meter
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As ever, Sagan opts for an unmarked Zipp Sprint SL stem — As ever, Sagan opts for an unmarked Zipp Sprint SL stem
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Alloy in the pro peloton is an incredibly rare sight in 2019 — Alloy in the pro peloton is an incredibly rare sight in 2019
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In another shift from convention, Sagan's bike is also set up with tubeless Specialized Turbo tyres in a 26mm width — In another shift from convention, Sagan’s bike is also set up with tubeless Specialized Turbo tyres in a 26mm width
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The disc-equipped bike is tied together with thru-axles at both ends — The disc-equipped bike is tied together with thru-axles at both ends
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The bike is custom finished in Bora-Hansgrohe team colours — The bike is custom finished in Bora-Hansgrohe team colours
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The race number holder is neatly glued onto the back of the Allez Sprint's seatpost, which is borrowed from the Venge aero bike — The race number holder is neatly glued onto the back of the Allez Sprint’s seatpost, which is borrowed from the Venge aero bike
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The team use Retul's system for bike fits — The team use Retul’s system for bike fits
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Specialized's DSW system moves welds from their conventional locations and is claimed to result in a stronger and stiffer frame overall — Specialized’s DSW system moves welds from their conventional locations and is claimed to result in a stronger and stiffer frame overall
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The bike is fitted with a K-Edge chain catcher — The bike is fitted with a K-Edge chain catcher
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