This week, we’re highlighting Vince's Colnago V5Rs. 

Vince has become a regular in our group rides, and it’s been impressive to see his progress since he got his Colnago C68 last year. His skills and curiosity about cycling have led him to wonder how a "race-ready" bike compares to his others. When Colnago launched the V5Rs, Vince asked if he should consider it.

Designed specifically for Team UAE and riders like Adam Yates and Tadej Pogacar, the V5Rs delivers speed and performance while remaining lightweight and aerodynamically efficient—ideal for both climbing stages and cobbled classics like Paris-Roubaix. We confirmed that the V5Rs' geometry would suit Vince perfectly based on the fitting data we gathered.

Coincidentally, the bike’s release aligned with a visit from the Colnago team, allowing us to showcase Vince's new bike at our Ferrari x Colnago event. Using Team UAE as a guide, we selected top components, including Shimano Dura-Ace and Ceramic Speed bearings, and sourced the ENVE Pro Aero handlebar currently used by the team.

Despite some initial compatibility issues, we managed to obtain the necessary adapter for the new V5Rs. In summary, this bike represents cutting-edge performance in cycling. We’re excited to report that Vince has been testing the V5Rs on various group rides, including our PAS 200k challenge, and he has noticed significant benefits from riding a "race-ready" bike.

Congratulations Vince!