Thanks to Pearson Cycles
Our Road Bikes
Featuring carbon frames the bike balances weight, stiffness and road smoothing comfort to meet dual demands of hard fast races and long gruelling rides. All bikes are 12 speed and equipped with compact gearing to make riding in the mountains more comfortable.
All Hire bikes are fitted with:
- 2 drink cages
- Gas canister
- Multitool
- Saddle bag containing a spare tube and tire levers
- Shimano SPD-SL pedals, however, you are most welcome to bring your own
Other things to know:
- Cycling shoes must be provided by the cyclist
- Helmets must be supplied by cyclist
- Toe cages or flat pedals available
- There are Shimano compatible cleats for sale at the Hive
- Extra tubes can purchased at the Hive
- Brakes are orientated in the UK style by default. Right brake is front brake, Left break is back break. Please take care if your own bike is different to this!
Pearson Forge
FASTER. FURTHER.
Unmatched comfort and inspired aerodynamic features , the Forge fuses an intuitive bike fit-led design and race-inspired aesthetics to create the perfect ride, from the first mile to the last. Its premium, lightweight Toray carbon construction and agile aerodynamic profile keep things competitive, while its 700x35c tyre clearance boosts comfort and versatility, making it a do-it-all machine. Embark on enduring rides, scale heights with ease, and descend with exhilarating speed. But the Forge is as much about the journey as the destination, with every pedal stroke an opportunity to create unforgettable experiences
- Forge, Carbon Toray
- Shimano 105 FC-R7100, 50/34 tooth
- Shimano 105 CS-R7100 12-speed11-34 tooth
- ERE Omnia CLR4545mm Carbon rim
- Shimano 105 FD-R7150
| Frame | |
|---|---|
| Sizes | XS, SM, MED, LG, XL |
| Colours | Atomic Aubergine, Heritage Blue, Cotton Pearl |
| Frame | Forge Carbon: high-strength T800 with high-rigidity M40JB |
| Fork | Forge, carbon |
| Components | |
|---|---|
| Handlebar | Pearson carbon, 2-piece |
| Stem | Pearson 2 Carbon |
| Seatpost | 0mm, 12mm or 25mm |
| Saddle | Fizik Aliante R5 |
| Drivetrain | |
|---|---|
| Shifters | Shimano 105 FC-R7100, 50/34 tooth |
| Front Derailleur | Shimano 105 FD-R7150 |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano 105 RD-R7150 |
| Brakes | Shimano 105 BR-7170 |
| Brake Levers | Shimano 105 |
| Cassette | Shimano 105 CS-R7100 12-speed, 11–34 tooth |
| Chain | Shimano CN-M7100 |
| Crankset | Shimano 105 FC-R7100, 50/34 tooth |
| Bottom Bracket | SHIMANO 105 FC-R7100 50-34T |
| Wheels | |
|---|---|
| Rims | ERE Omnia CLR 45 mm depth carbon rim and spokes |
