A blend of classic materials and a semi-compact geometry is an effective combination for a bike that rewards high-mileage riders and those who value high-speed ride feel over anything else. The Reynolds 520 frame tubes, slim stays and carbon fork reduce road buzz to a minimum and the handling lets you get on with keeping the pace up, reacting less to road feedback and more to rider input. Backed by Shimano 105 10-speed shifting when its time to make a move, the Equilibrium is at home in the Sunday morning bunch and crossing alpine cols, a bike which reveals more of its well-balanced character the longer you stay in the saddle.
Key features
- Reynolds 520 Cr-Mo frame
- Carbon fork
- 20 speed, Shimano 105 gearing
The Genesis Equilibrium 2010 Features are:Frame: Reynolds 520 double-butted Cr-Mo, Carbon blades / aluminium steerer, with eyelets
Fork: Carbon blades / aluminium steerer, with eyelets
Headset: VP Aluminium Aheadset
Stem: Genesis 6061 shallow drop
Speed: 20
Front Mech: Shimano 105 band
Rear Mech: Shimano 105
Rims: Alex AT400 32 hole
Front Hub: Shimano Tiagra QR
Rear Hub: Shimano Tiagra QR
Front Brake: Tektro BR358 57mm
Rear Brake: Tektro BR358 57mm
Seatpost: Genesis 6061 27.2mm
What is a Road Bike?Referred to as road racing bikes, the clue is in the title here. These bikes concentrate on being light weight and reducing drag to increase speed. Thanks to their drop handlebars they have a stretched out feel, again for aerodynamics. So efficiency is the name of this game, definitely not comfort. For more information on road bikes see our
Road Bikes Buying Guide.