The Merlin Cordite Ultegra R8000 is our versatile, lightweight carbon road bike which we’ve specifically engineered to perform excellently in sportives, all-day epic rides and even your local weekly crit race. Our 2018 version of the Merlin Cordite mixes rider-friendly geometry with clever carbon fibre engineering to put you in a neutral position on the bike while isolating you from road buzz and rough road surfaces thanks to its cleverly engineered seatstays that give a little extra compliancy.
The Cordite can be successfully raced too, being particularly light and responsive. To achieve this we combined the Cordite’s compliant features with a large downtube and bottom bracket junction as well as super-stiff square chain stays to create a frame that is not only comfortable to ride but is also very responsive to pedaling input allowing you to accelerate and hold your speed during fast-paced training rides or races.
Featuring:
The Merlin Cordite features Shimano’s excellent new Ultegra R8000 11 speed groupset which features a new Shadow Technology rear derailleur that gives a lower, more aero profile and increased protection from crash damage as well as a great looking chainset evolved from the Dura-Ace R9100 version which is even stiffer and provides more power transfer than its predecessor. A choice of Shimano or Fulcrum wheels and other great finishing components lets you customise the finer details of this great handling carbon road bike before Merlin custom builds your own bike specifically for you.
Cycling Weekly Review 9 / 10
"Really comfortable ride without lacking power delivery..." Full review here
Road.CC Review 3.5 / 5
“Competent, easy-to-live-with mile-muncher that's great value for money…” Full review here
Frame:
- 70% 24Tons Intermediate Modulus Carbon
- 25% 30Tons High Modulus Carbon
- 5% High-impact strength Liquid Crystal Polymer Carbon
Fork:
- High Modulus Full Carbon
Weight:
- Frame: 990g (Size Medium)
- Fork: 385g
Please Note: Images show Shimano 105 build. Images for Ultegra R8000 build coming soon....
Sizing & fit:
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PLEASE NOTE: All of our bikes are built to order. This usually takes between 8-10 working days depending on time of year.