Carbon looks and handling, alloy price point: Invisible Weld Technology and shaped tubes for sleek looks, light weight and incredible handling;It climbs fast, corners on rails, and descends with confidence;Disc brakes offer better braking performance and extra clearance for wider, more stable tyres;It shares the geometry of our highest-end carbon Émonda racing bikes, and it gives you a ride quality that stands up in every way to far more expensive carbon bikes;