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Chris Froome's Tour de France Bike: Specs and Insights
Froome's Equipment for 2017
Chris Froome, the four-time Tour de France champion, is riding a brand-new bike for the 2017 season. The Factor Ostro VAM is a lightweight, aerodynamic machine that is sure to give Froome an edge on the competition.
Technical Specifications
- Frame: Factor Ostro VAM, size 54cm
- Fork: Factor Ostro VAM fork
- Headset: Pinarello tapered 1-18 1-12
- Stem: Pinarello Dogma F8, 110mm
- Handlebar: Pinarello Most Talon Ultra, 42cm wide
- Saddle: Selle Italia Novus Boost EVO
- Saddle height: 795mm from the center of the bottom bracket to the top of the saddle
- Drivetrain: Shimano Dura-Ace Di2, 52/36 chainrings, 11-28 cassette
- Wheels: Shimano Dura-Ace C40
- Tires: Continental Grand Prix 4 Season, 25mm
Froome's Comfort on the Bike
Froome has said that he is finally feeling comfortable on his new bike. After struggling with fit and positioning issues on his previous bike, the Pinarello Dogma F8, Froome is now able to ride in a more aerodynamic and efficient position.
Froome's Chances in the Tour de France
With a new bike and a newfound sense of confidence, Froome is one of the favorites to win the 2017 Tour de France. He will face stiff competition from other top riders such as Nairo Quintana, Alberto Contador, and Romain Bardet, but Froome has the experience and the talent to win his fifth yellow jersey.
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