Nothing is faster than the Tarmac SL8 thanks to a combination of aerodynamics, lightness, and ride comfort that was previously thought impossible. After eight generations and more than two decades of development, it is more than the fastest Tarmac ever - it is the world's fastest racing bike. Ready for the race? <\/p>

Aerodynamics or lightness alone is not enough to win races - speed is what counts. To achieve that speed, a compromise-free combination of aerodynamics, lightness, stiffness, and flexibility is needed. Through race simulations with real data, our Ride Science team knows that the Tarmac SL8 is the fastest racing bike ever on the routes that matter - 16.6 seconds faster over 40 km, 128 seconds faster over Milan-San Remo, and 20 seconds faster over the legendary climb of the Tourmalet.<\/p>

 AERO IN EVERYTHING: We apply aerodynamics where it matters - the front end - not just where it looks good. In this process, we have created our most aerodynamic racing bike ever. Yes, it is more aerodynamic than the Venge. Clean air is optimized for maximum advantage with the new Tarmac nose cone - the Speed Sniffer. By moving the steering tube backward - the tube that determines the width of the head tube - the front edge of the head tube can be much sharper, resulting in much lower air resistance. According to the new UCI rules, the Tarmac SL8 is equipped with the narrowest and most aerodynamic seat post we have ever made, allowing fast-flowing, dirty air around the legs to flow back cleaner. Doesn't victory smell sweet?<\/p>

MINIMUM WEIGHT, MAXIMUM AERO: The Tarmac SL8 has learned the lessons from Aethos and is easy to build according to the UCI minimum with a full aerodynamic setup. The team delivered a stunning, lightweight 685-gram frame - 15% lighter than the Tarmac SL7 and lighter than all other frames in the World Tour*. By prioritizing lightweight in the downtube, seat tube, and back of the bike, the lessons from Aethos were applied. The frame shape carries the load so efficiently that extra layers of carbon for stiffness are unnecessary. *Unless, of course, you count the time Kasper Asgreen raced with our 585-gram Aethos frame during a stage of the Tour.<\/p>

With a massive increase in stiffness-to-weight ratio - a 33% improvement over the SL7 - the Tarmac SL8 elevates legendary handling, aggressive responsiveness, and World Championship-proven geometry to a higher level. The bike is stiffer at the pedals, more precise at the handlebars, and combines this with a smooth ride in the saddle that sets a new standard for racing bike comfort. Thanks to our Rider-First Engineering, every rider, regardless of their stature, gets the same unmatched ride quality and handling. In the saddle, the Tarmac SL8 offers 6% more flexibility, allowing it to glide over rough terrain with a smoothness that is unique in the demanding world of racing bikes. The proven geometry and 32 mm tire clearance of the Tarmac are identical to those of the SL7, ensuring easy adjustment and the versatility to use wider tires if needed.<\/p>

BEYOND GENDER: There may be more difference between two male cyclists than between a man and a woman. Gender alone does not provide nearly enough data to specialize, which means that creating bikes for men or women is arbitrary and outdated. Every rider can benefit from the next level of the Tarmac SL8. It's time to look beyond just gender.<\/p>

A 68 mm threaded bottom bracket, flat-mount disc brakes, and trouble-free, seamless integration: the S-Works Tarmac SL8 frameset is the ultimate starting point for your dream bike.<\/p>

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