During the Tour de France, Omega Pharma-Quick-Step Pro Cycling Team rides the Specialized SL4 SRAM RED-2012 for the mountain stages. Whereas for flat stages they ride the Specialized Venge SRAM RED-2012.
Let’s have a closer look at the SL4:
Omega Pharma-Quick-Step Pro Cycling Team - Specialized SL4 - SRAM RED-2012 - Zipp 303 Firecrest & Zipp Service Course SL Bar, Stem & Seatpost
SRAM RED-2012 ErgoDynamic DoubleTap shifter
Reach adjust feature: custom set reach (distance between the handlebar and levers). Perfect for smaller hands and different riding styles.
2012 Quarq Power Meter - with Power Balance, OmniCal and +/-1.5% accuracy
SRAM RED-2012 AeroLink front brake
SRAM RED-2012 AeroLink
SRAM XG-1090 Cassette - 11-23T for flat and medium stages. For mountain stages depending on the rider preferences they use 11-25/ 11-26 or 11/28
SRAM RED-2012 Rear derailleur
SRAM PC 1091R Chain
SRAM RED-2012 Chain Spotter
Levi Leipheimer (US) Specialized SL4 frame
Sylvain Chavanel, the French National TT Champion