Alberto Contador

Winning ways continue for SRAM RED Riders

Very early into 2013, SRAM RED teams and riders have already scored a number of prestigious victories: 30 on the road to date. With the World’s best-in-class components, Cannondale Pro Cycling, MTN-Qhubeka p/b Samsung , Omega Pharma-Quick-Step Pro Cycling Team, Saxo-Tinkoff Team and Specialized-Lululemon have already delivered impressive wins on the international stage. The top [...]

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Team Saxo-Tinkoff’s Specialized SL4 SRAM RED

Three of the World’s Best Pro road teams have made their drivetrain chose for 2013: SRAM RED. They picked the best performing components to help them win all types of races from the Classics to the Grand Tours. Jason Phillips, European SRAM Road Sponsorship Manager, took the opportunity of being at the Santos Tour Down [...]

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SRAM 2013 Road Team Roster

World’s Best rolling RED in 2013 The World’s Best teams will look to again ride their way into cycling history by dancing over the harshest cobbles, flying up the steepest cols, sprinting to the most famous finishes, and conquering the loneliest time trials. Teams that have delivered some of the finest performances in recent years [...]

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WiFLi technology began with Alberto Contador’s gearing needs at the 2008 Giro d‘Italia. Prior to the brutal stage 16 KronPlatz time trial, SRAM’s product development and engineering team matched a cobbled wide ratio cassette, a 50/34 RED compact crank, and a custom SRAM RED rear derailleur and installed on AC’s bike. The result was a [...]

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Contador Wins Vuelta on WiFLi!

During the beautifully intense three weeks of the 2012 Vuelta a España, noted by many as the most exciting Grand Tour of the year, Alberto Contador (Team SaxoBank-Tinkoff Bank), attacked relentlessly. It was the dramatic stage into Fuente Dé where Contador finally outgunned everyone, resulting in a spectacular win that vaulted him into the red [...]

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SRAM WiFLi makes THE difference

From the beginning of the 2012 Vuelta Alberto Contador (Team Saxo Bank-Tinkoff Bank) has attacked on his SRAM RED-2012 WiFLi equipped Specialized SL4. Today his aggression paid off, taking a dramatic win at Fuente Dé that vaulted him into the leader’s red jersey. Contador, and his mechanic Faustino, understand the meaning of SRAM’s WiFLi – [...]

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Alberto Contador’s Specialized S-Works SL4 SRAM RED-2012 & WiFLi

For the Vuelta a España, one of the three prestigious Grand Tours, Alberto Contador (Team Saxo Bank – Tinkoff Bank) makes his return to racing. After the three first stages, he showed that he is in good shape and eager to win. His Specialized S-Works SL4 SRAM RED-2012 has been specifically prepared by Faustino Munoz [...]

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SRAM Road to new RED Video – the development of the world’s best gruppo

Unveiled Feb 1, 2012 SRAM RED-2012 represents years of development and has required the commitment of engineers, product managers, sponsoring managers, teams and athletes. We are very proud to share with you the best moments. Check out the “Road to new RED video” to find out more…

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New SRAM RED Changes Everything…

SRAM RED 2012 has been officially unleashed into the wild, born Feb 1, 2012, new RED represents the pinnacle of road racing technology and delivers a countless number of performance advantages to both the professional and enthusiast. New SRAM RED continues the tradition as the leader in light weight, flawless shifting, and ergonomic advantage with [...]

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Cross Superstar Ryan Trebon to Ride SRAM, Avid, Zipp & Quarq

Cyclocross powerhouse Ryan Trebon (30) will ride SRAM componentry for the 2011-12 season. Nicknamed “Treefarm” for his lanky 6’ 5″-ish frame, Trebon is an all-rounder known for his aggressive and attacking style and is a multi-time cyclocross (CX) and mountain bike US national champion. Trebon is really laid back off the bike and his sense [...]

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