On the fringes of cycling and triathlon, already endurance-oriented sports, there are athletes pushing their bodies and equipment to the limit. Ultra-distance, but ultra-fast. We call these Big, Stupid Rides, and since the introduction of the Caledonia in 2020, athletes around the world have been exploring just how big and just how stupid those rides can be. These athletes reach for the Caledonia-5. It’s built to handle long-distance, high-speed racing—with fit and handling geared toward comfort, but without sacrificing the Cervelo race bike feeling.

For the new Caledonia-5, we focused on improvements that would be meaningful for the people pushing it to its limits. The biggest thing you’ll notice is the addition of the in-frame storage first seen on P-Series. This isn’t designed to fit a burrito—there’s only room for a small multi-tool, tube, and a CO2 canister. Then we looked to comfort: The seat stays are dropped, similar to Aspero, which makes that rear triangle more acute, and more vertically flexible. At the same time, there’s a bit more downtube stiffness to maintain that pro-level responsiveness Caledonia is known for. You can still stuff some big tires (36mm) in there, and every bike comes with fender mounts.

Like all Cervélos, Caledonia-5 is UCI approved, and carries a lifetime warranty. We make race bikes, and we make them to last. 

IN-FRAME STORAGE

New this year on the Caledonia-5, the in-frame storage is designed for a tube, small multi-tool, and a CO2 canister. Out of sight, out of mind, until your tire makes the bad noise.The hatch is easily removable even with gloves on—just flip the lock and pull.

AERODYNAMICS

All Cervélo bikes are aero bikes. And when you’re on three days of panini and candy, running on fumes into Checkpoint One, you’ll appreciate the free speed. The completely internal housing and aero tube shapes team up to help you do battle against the wind.

REFINE AND ENHANCE

Caledonia-5 is meant for all-day riding, high-pace group rides, and routes featuring less-than-ideal tarmac.We kept all the good stuff, but made some key improvements. The bearing caps are now split so you can swap between the high and low bearing cap without bleeding the brakes if you need to make a fit change.

HAMMERHEAD-EQUIPPED

The Red AXS build comes with the all-new Hammerhead Karoo. The Karoo is the perfect companion for big stupid rides, and allows you to pick your preferred route surface (road, gravel) as you explore the limits of a “good idea.”

RESERVE 42|49

Developed and tested using Turbulent Aero technology, the 42|49 is designed for everything you do, providing all-day capability with aerodynamic sensibilities. Raced at events as varied as the Paris-Roubaix and the Giro D’Italia, the 42|49 wheels have a lifetime warranty supported by a no-fault crash replacement.

Spec

Sizes: 48cm, 51cm, 54cm, 56cm, 58cm, 61cm

Fork: Cervélo All-Carbon, Tapered Caledonia-5 Fork

Handlebar: Cervélo HB13 Carbon, 31.8mm clamp

Handlebar Sizing: 

Size 48 - 36cm
Size 51 - 38cm
Size 54 - 40cm
Size 56 - 40cm
Size 58 - 42cm
Size 61 - 42cm

Stem: Cervélo ST31 Carbon

Stem Sizing: 

Size 48 - 80mm
Size 51 - 90mm
Size 54 - 100mm
Size 56 - 100mm
Size 58 - 110mm
Size 61 - 110mm

Seatpost: Cervélo SP24 Carbon

Seatpost Sizing: 

Size 48 - 0mm
Size 51 - 0mm
Size 54 - 0mm
Size 56 - 0mm
Size 58 - 15mm
Size 61 - 15mm

Saddle: Selle Italia NOVUS BOOST EVO SuperFlow Ti

Bottom Bracket: SRAM DUB, BBright

Headset: FSA IS2 1-1/4, 45° x 45° / 1-1/2, 36° x 45°

Front Thru Axle: FSA IS2 1-1/4, 45° x 45° / 1-1/2, 36° x 45°

Rear Thru Axle: Cervélo Aero Thru Axle Rear, M12x1.5mm, 170.5mm length

Front Wheel: Reserve 42TA, DT Swiss 350, 12x100mm, 24H, centerlock, tubeless compatible

Rear Wheel: Reserve 49TA, DT Swiss 350, 12x142mm, XDR freehub, 24H, centerlock, tubeless compatible

Tires: Vittoria Corsa N.EXT TLR G2.0 700x30c

Shifter/Brake Levers: SRAM Force AXS E1

Crankset: SRAM Force AXS E1, 48/35T, DUB, with power meter

Crank Sizing: 

Size 48 - 165mm
Size 51 - 165mm
Size 54 - 170mm
Size 56 - 170mm
Size 58 - 172.5mm
Size 61 - 172.5mm

Chain: SRAM Force E1

Cassette: SRAM Force E1, 10-36T, 12-Speed

Front Derailleur: SRAM Force AXS E1

Rear Derailleur: SRAM Force AXS E1

Brake Rotors: SRAM Paceline Centerlock

Accessories: 

- Cervélo Removeable Fender Mounts
- Cervélo Front Computer/Accessory Mount 810
- Cervélo Rear Accessory Mount
- Cervélo In-Frame Storage Rolls - Inner Tube Storage
- Cervélo In-Frame Storage Rolls - Flat Kit Storage
- Arundel Mandible Water Bottle Cage, Matte UD Carbon finish (2 qty)

Max Tire Width (Actual): 36mm