CERVELO 25 R5 Force AXS Permafrost 51cm

The 2025 Cervélo R5 with SRAM Force AXS is a climber’s dream, built for pure performance on steep gradients and mountain descents. With its featherlight carbon frame, responsive geometry, and wireless 12-speed shifting, it delivers effortless acceleration and razor-sharp handling. The striking Permafrost finish gives this elite race bike a sleek and icy aesthetic, perfect for riders who demand precision and style.

R5 has one job—get to the top, fast. But for all the glory and fanfare that comes with a summit finish, they’re rarely the only climb of the day. And while a race isn’t usually won on a descent, they can certainly be lost. A climbing bike that can't carve a hairpin is a bit like a cup of decaf coffee. This is the fourth iteration of the R5, and while weight and stiffness have varied over the years, the handling, poise, and unmatched prowess on a descent have been consistent since day one.

The new R5 frame is 130g lighter than the previous model—a 16% reduction from an already-light frame.  And while aerodynamics weren’t a focus with this frame the way they would be on an S5 or P5, bringing the cables inside reduced drag by 25g.

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