To celebrate the 2018 Tour de France Mavic is offering two wheels that celebrate the regions of France that define three of the most exciting weeks of cycling. From Pays de la Loire to Brittany, along the famed cobbles of Paris-Roubaix, into the Alps and then the Pyrenees until finally reaching the Champs-Elysees … the 2018 Tour de France will be one for the ages.
Mavic Introduces the Cosmic Ultimate Tubular TdF, trusted by Romain Bardet and the AG2R La Mondiale Cycling Team and the all-new Cosmic Pro Carbon UST TdF. These limited-edition wheels feature a subtle yet striking graphic that brings each region to life making them the ultimate memento for this year’s grand tour.
Cosmic Ultimate Tubular TDF
The best combination of light, stiff and aero, proven in the UCI World Tour by the world’s top road cyclists. These are the Formula One of road racing wheels. Now available in a special and exclusive Tour de France edition.
Ultimate is not just a name, it’s the word Mavic reserves for perfection. And it’s how they define this wheelset. The Cosmic Ultimate was introduced 10 years ago and quickly became the wheel choice for pro racers seeking a competitive advantage. With a NACA-inspired 40mm deep, 25mm wide full-carbon tubular rim profile, 20 super-bladed spokes, and high, thin carbon hub flanges, it offers a clear and proven aero advantage. It’s also ultra-stiff thanks to the unidirectional carbon fiber spokes that don’t stretch. These spokes run continuously from one edge of the rim to the other through the hubs (R2R technology) creating one single spoke instead of two. This eliminates the need to mechanically attach the spokes to the hub. The rear rim is asymmetrical to improve the drive-side bracing angle, so spoke tension is balanced and the wheel stays stiff under the heaviest lateral loads such as sprints or attacks. The rim is made of 12k carbon fibers wrapped over a super rigid foam core. Full-carbon construction means the whole wheel is incredibly light at just 1250g.
Mavic’s unique iTgMax technology delivers reliable and consistent braking performance in both wet and dry conditions. It’s no surprise the Cosmic Ultimate is pro’s choice for the most challenging World Tour races.
1250 g pair (Fr 555 g / Rr 695 g)
Available July 2018 – $ 3749
Cosmic Pro Carbon UST TDF
Celebrate the passion of the Tour de France and experience the proven all-rounder road performance that’s synonymous with the Cosmic Pro name.
The Cosmic Pro Carbon has traditionally been favored primarily for fast, flat races, but recent improvements have boosted this wheel’s versatility. Now it delivers incredible all-rounder performance at a lighter weight (1650g) and a price that can’t be beat. And this version honors the 2018 Tour de France with a special look. Engineered with Mavic UST technology, the Cosmic Pro Carbon UST offers all the benefits of tubeless, including less rolling resistance, a smoother ride quality and a reduced risk of flats.
The rims are also made with Mavic’s iTgMax process, which not only minimizes weight, but also improves braking performance. The 40mm deep rims are NACA compliant for low drag and excellent crosswind stability, and their lighter weight results in reduced inertia for explosive acceleration and climbing efficiency. The Cosmic Pro Carbon UST TDF is completed with 25mm Yksion Pro UST tires for maximum rolling efficiency, grip and a smooth, comfortable ride.
1650 g pair (Fr 745 g / Rr 905 g)
Available July 2018 – $ 1800
Mavic Limited Edition Factor O2
Built around the new Cosmic Ultimate wheels, this Factor O2 is meant to perform at the highest level. Both the wheels and the frame are proven on the World Tour and are the products that Romain Bardet trusts on his quest for yellow. The timeless design is a subtle celebration of the iconic routes of the 2018 Tour de France.
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