Our SL Road Race is a fantastically fast hybrid. We've combined the best of racing and MTB technologies, resulting in sleek looks and light weight that's perfect for longer rides. This is a bike that surges forward with every pedal stroke thanks to the Shimano 105 groupset's wide range of 22 gears - ideal for long, fast rides or even head-to-head urban racing.

Frame: A bike like this needs the right chassis. In the case of the SL Road Race that meant opting for double butted aluminium tubes, resulting in a frame that's not just light but also incredibly stiff. Our Smooth Welding process at the head and seat tube junctions is as durable as it is sleek. The 3D forged dropout is ready to accept our Easy Mount Kickstand. The &ælig;ro design fork - combining aluminium with carbon blades - blends perfectly into the bike's overall looks. Cables are all routed interallly - neat, tidy and secure - in the down tube.

Features: We gave the SL Road Race a full 22 gears from Shimano's legendary 105 groupset, but we didn't stop there. We also outfitted it with other high-tech kit like the BR-M315 hydraulic disc brakes, which always provide reliably powerful deceleration. Fulcrum's Racing 77 wheels are a highlight thanks to their low weight and extremely stiff design - and Schwalbe's Kojak tyres connect them securely to the road.