Quintana Roo has introduced the Service Course, billed as its fastest-ever UCI-legal aero road bike.
The Service Course relies on sharp edges and pronounced ridges – placed and shaped to control airflow. The result is a bike that claims to be at least 3.6 watts faster than its predecessor in all conditions.
The headtube is elongated and slimmed down, extending forward of the steerer into a tapered point. A large chine moulded into the bottom of the headtube helps recapture air disrupted by the fork legs, redirecting it rearward to reduce disruption.
The fork features an increased axle-to-crown length and a wider stance to open up space around the front tyre and improve airflow. Quintana Roo notes that the aero downtube is deep and wide to keep the air attached so it can be shuttled cleanly over the rear end.
While aero performance was the top priority, low weight, responsive handling, and versatility were also at the forefront of the bike’s design. The top tube and seatstays are pared down extensively to reduce weight, while the carbon layup and wall thicknesses have been manipulated to save grams without sacrificing stiffness or responsiveness.
A complete build with Venom Green paint, a SRAM RED 2x drivetrain, ENVE cockpit, and Zipp 454 NSW wheels weighs in at 16.1 lbs/7.3 kg (size M), making the Service Course one of the lightest aero bikes on the market.
Quintana Roo added… ‘A forward riding position makes it easier for riders to maintain an aggressive aero position. It provides a stable, locked-in feel in a straight line but doesn’t hesitate to change direction or lean into corners. We wanted the Service Course to be on edge, without feeling twitchy – the perfect balance.’
Tyre clearance is generous with the ability to fit up to 36mm tires. This gives the Service Course extra versatility on rough cobbled and unpaved roads. A Universal Derailleur Hanger (UDH), threaded T47A bottom bracket, and non-proprietary headset help with reliability and serviceability.
Athletes ordering online can select their preferred components to get a dialled setup out of the box. To give riders the most fit and finish options, the Service Course is designed to be compatible with internally routed cockpits from FSA, Vision, or ENVE.
The Service Course is available in four sizes – XS, S, M, and L – with new colour options including Venom Green, Imola Red, and Blue Aegir. Pricing starts at US$4,599 / €4,999 at quintanarootri.com or through select Quintana Roo retailers.
www.quintanarootri.com/products/service-course
