De Rosa R838 2012
Much more than an “entry level” bike, the R838 is elegant, showing attention for every detail, as in the case of all DeRosa’s products.
The monocoque structure of the R838, with it’s attractive lines, combines perfectly with the technical requirements necessary to participate in modern cycling, even for those approaching the sport and the world of DeRosa for the first time.
A frame that responds to the need for the maximum manoeuvrability, reliability and lightness.
Its greatest advantage is the excellent relationship between quality and performance, making the R838 unbeatable and allowing athletes to make a spectacular entrance to the world of De Rosa.
• Frame: R838 High Modulus Monocoque Carbon
• Groupset: Campagnolo Veloce, 10 speed
• Wheels - Fulcrum Racing 7
• Cycling Plus - 4.5 Stars (November 2011)
• Cycling Weekly - Race Bike of the Year 2011
• Cycling Active - Carbon Superbike Test winner 2011
FRAME: R838 Mizuno High Modulus 3K Carbon
FORK: Mizuno
HEADSET: FSA Integrated
REAR DERAILLEUR: Campagnolo Veloce 10 speed
FRONT DERAILLEUR: Campagnolo Veloce
SHIFTERS/BRAKE LEVERS: Campagnolo Veloce 10 speed
BRAKES: Campagnolo Veloce
CRANKSET: Campagnolo Veloce Compact
BB-SET: Campagnolo Veloce
CASSETTE: Campagnolo Veloce 10 speed
CHAIN: Campagnolo Veloce 10 speed
HUBS: Fulcrum Racing 7
RIMS: Fulcrum Racing 7
SPOKES: Fulcrum Racing 7
TIRES: Vittoria Rubino Pro
HANDLEBARS: FSA Vero Compact
STEM: FSA OS190
SEATPOST: FSA K-Force Monocoque Carbon
SADDLE: Fizik Arione Wing Flex
EXTRAS: De Rosa Look Kéo Pedals and Bottle cage included.
Seat tube angle
42(XS): 74.5˚, 45(S): 74˚, 48(M): 73.5˚, 51(L): 73˚, 54(XL): 72.5˚
Horizontal top tube length
42(XS): 51.5, 45(S): 53.1, 48(M): 55.0, 51(L): 56.5, 54(XL): 58.5
Seat tube length
42(XS): 42.0, 45(S): 45.0, 48(M): 48.0, 51(L): 51.0, 54(XL): 54.0
(Measurements in cm)