It rides like its older brother the Fenix SL and SLiC but on alloy, not quite as smooth, not quite as stiff, but those frames cost over twice as much. What you do get is one amazing alloy frame & carbon fork combo that puts most budget carbon bikes to shame.

Handling is assured and crisp, it feels like a much more grown-up bike to ride than it is – classic Ridley design skills

Here on a full 105 build with 4ZA alloy wheels and Deda finishing kit and decent Rubino Pro tyres.

It’s a great entry-level bike in size 51