Ridley Noah Disc Aero+ Force Etap bicycle

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About the Noah range
The Noah range incorporates years of experience in developing aerodynamic standards in the cycling industry. Synergies between experienced in-house R&D engineers and top sprinters in the pro peloton have led to industry-leading breakthroughs. Proven by world-class performances like Robbie McEwen’s Green Jersey win and André Greipel’s victories on the famous Champs-Elysées. The Noah has become a synonym to aerodynamic performances.

About the Noah Disc Aero+
The Noah Disc Aero+ has been given a major update compared to 2017 Noah. Thanks to Ridley patented F-Steerer technology all cables got integrated into the frame. Wind tunnel tests prove that the incorporation of this technology reduced the drag around the frame with about 14%. By adding disc brakes this bike not only gets you quickly up to speed and holds you there, but it allows you to expertly modulate your speed at all times – no matter the weather conditions. On top of that the Noah Disc Aero+ got a very impressive and aggressive look.


Features

  • Frame: Noah Disc, 30T - 24T High modulus, Unidirectional Carbon, In-Mould F-Surface.
  • Fork: Noah Disc Aero+, 30T - 24T High Modulus, Unidirectional Carbon.
  • Group: Sram Red Etap.
  • Crank: Sram Red 52/36.
  • Sprocket: Sram XG-1190 11-28.
  • Brakes: Sram Red HDB.
  • Wheels: Forza R45 19cc.
  • Handlebar: Forza Cirrus Pro Integrated Cockpit.
  • Stem: Forza Cirrus Pro Integrated Cockpit.
  • Seat: Post Incl. frame.
  • Chain: KMC 11S.
  • Saddle: Forza Cirrus Pro.
  • Tires: Vittoria Corsa.


Technologies

Disc brakes
Disc brakes are one of the newest game-changing evolutions in road cycling. They add that extra level of security to any ride, knowing that you can always stop on demand. They are equally reliable in all weather conditions. The ease of braking is a real bonus, especially when your hands are frozen and barely functional. Just a light pull on the lever to modulate your speed. With no need for braking on the rim surface, wear and tear is reduced. This gets you much more mileage from your wheelset.

F-Surface Plus
F-Surface Plus technology was created so you can convert the same watts into higher speeds. This technology is incorporated into the Noah and Dean models. It is the application of a textured surface (similar to grooves in a golf ball) in strategic locations for decreased wind drag. What these grooves do is create a tiny turbulence which causes the main flow of air to better follow the shape of the tube. With a smooth air travel around the frame, you’ll expertly cut through wind. The stronger the wind, the more you will feel this technology working for you.

F-Steerer
The new F-Steerer, with half-moon curvature, ingeniously allows for fully internal cabling. Cables run straight from handlebar, through stem and directly inside the steerer tube where they have room to move freely as bar is turned from left to right. Not only does this decrease air friction from cable drag, but it gives your bike a very clean look. In addition, by adjusting the cross-section of the steerer, Ridley's engineers were able to increase its lateral stiffness, which comes in handy when sprinting.

Ridley Carbon
From the very beginning Ridley set extremely high standards for themselves. And it all starts with their choice of raw materials. They use only the best quality carbon available, sourced from Toray (the world’s leading carbon manufacturer, supplying mainly to the aerospace industry). The grades of high-modulus carbon Ridley use vary from the most pliable 24-ton, which gives the frame flex and comfort, to 60-ton which is the stiffest.

When developing their carbon products, Ridley strictly follow the principle of “form follows function”…down to the last detail. When creating a frame, they first analyse the exact function it needs to serve – how it will be used, how it needs to feel in every possible scenario. Next their engineers design the shape of the frame, taking extreme care of the exact curves, lines and varying thickness of each tube. Lastly is the carbon layup. Combining the grades of carbons to get the exact feel of the bike is like piecing together the most intricate 3-D jigsaw puzzle. It usually involves hundreds of pieces of carbon, assembled in a few dozen layers.

Once this puzzle is complete, what you have is a piece of machinery that is perfectly tuned for its task at hand. Every single one of Ridley's carbon bikes exemplifies this extreme attention to detail. 

F-Split Fork
The innovative F-Split Fork counteracts wind turbulence generated by the turning wheels. It does this by expertly guiding airflow through the split, down the fork arms, and away from the spokes. Decreased air friction means more speed!

Every Fast-technology throughout the frame and fork
To further improve the aero design, Ridley have also lowered the head tube and down tube junction to incorporate the fork crown for a minimized gap to the front wheel. In addition, the rear wheel is tucked nicely behind the cutaway seat tube. The top end of their bike is aero-profiled, straight through to the handlebar and seatpost. Thanks to its burly main tubing and chainstays, its power transfer is spot on. You’ll easily fly on the Noah / Jane, regardless of what the weather conditions have in store for you.

F-Tubing
F-Tubing is the droplet-shaped tubing which significantly minimizes wind drag. By shaping the tubes in such a way, airflow easily follows along the tubing. To further minimize tubing weight, hence increase speed per watt, Ridley blunt-cut the droplet shape just at the point where the airflow leaves the tubing. What this translates into is a drag differential of -4.03% at 50 km/h.