Integrated Handlebar Specialized Cockpit Roval Rapide – Aerodynamics, Lightness, and Race Performance
The Specialized Cockpit Roval Rapide Handlebar is a next-generation integrated cockpit designed for road cyclists aiming for maximum speed, aerodynamic efficiency, and structural stiffness. A direct evolution of the Rapide system with Tarmac stem, it represents a one-piece solution designed for high-level competitions.
Thanks to a design developed together with top World Tour athletes and expert Retül Fit specialists, this cockpit guarantees a real advantage in terms of performance, comfort, and positioning.
Advanced Aerodynamics: + Speed, - Drag
The full integration between stem and handlebar eliminates junction points, allowing an optimized airfoil aerodynamic profile.
- Saves 4 watts compared to a traditional aero handlebar
- Estimated advantage of 32 cm in a 250 m sprint
- High performance both in solo breakaways and World Tour sprints
Lightness and Stiffness Without Compromise
Made from high-modulus carbon fiber, the Roval Rapide cockpit offers an exceptional stiffness-to-weight ratio:
- 50 g lighter (100 mm x 420 mm) than the Rapide handlebar + Tarmac stem combination
- Weight: 310 g (100 mm x 420 mm)
- Extremely stiff structure, ideal for powerful sprinters
Ergonomics and Optimized Positioning
Although it is a one-piece cockpit, it offers wide customization options:
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15 available combinations from 75 mm x 380 mm to 125 mm x 440 mm
- Angle designed to cover most race positions
- Design optimized for comfort and wrist freedom of movement
- Bend and flare inspired by the most appreciated Rapide handlebar
Technical Features
- Aerodynamic profile designed to save 4 watts compared to a traditional aero handlebar
- Construction in high-modulus carbon fiber
- Titanium hardware
- Curve: 125 mm drop x 75 mm reach
- Drop flare: 4°
- Angle: 6°
- Clamp diameter: 31.8 mm
- Weight: 310 g (100 mm x 420 mm)
- Cable routing: compatible with Shimano, SRAM, Campagnolo (internal and electronic)
- Compatibility: Roval bolt for computer mount code S219900058