{"id":121,"date":"2021-11-11T19:11:54","date_gmt":"2021-11-11T18:11:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.220triathlon.com\/?p=87830"},"modified":"2021-11-11T19:18:11","modified_gmt":"2021-11-11T18:18:11","slug":"quintana-roo-unveils-new-v-pr-tri-bike","status":"publish","type":"rss_feed","link":"https:\/\/c01.purpledshub.com\/220triathlon\/rss_feed\/quintana-roo-unveils-new-v-pr-tri-bike\/","title":{"rendered":"Quintana Roo unveils new V-PR tri bike"},"content":{"rendered":"

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By Kate Milsom\n \t\t<\/p>

Published: Thursday, 11 November 2021 at 12:00 am<\/p>

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Quintana Roo\u2019s new V-PR joins four other triathlon bikes in the brand\u2019s PR series, all of which boast aerodynamic superiority based on the firm\u2019s own SHIFT+ geometry.<\/strong><\/p>\n

The new bike is designed to perform better in variable conditions, claiming to have a slimmer profile and shallower cross-section for more aero wins, as well as keeping weight to a minimum.<\/p>\n

V-PR geometry<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Quintana Roo (QR) says they\u2019ve done this by reducing the cross-section of the V-PR fork and choosing a more traditional aero fork\/steerer interface. You\u2019ll see the V-PR\u2019s form differs from others in the range, with a boat tail trailing edge to optimise aerodynamics over a range of yaw angles, as tested in a wind tunnel.<\/p>\n

The frontal surface area of the V-PR is said to have also been reduced by vertically dropping and shouldering the seatstays. The profile of the downtube has also been altered and changes shape as it descends to allow for the smoothest passing of airflow.<\/p>\n

Plus, the V-PR is made from QR\u2019s new \u2018light carbon fibre material \u2013 exclusive to V-PR \u2013 which aims to save on weight while not compromising on stiffness.<\/p>\n

Speaking about weight, that\u2019s an area that QR has really paid attention to with this bike. They reckon the savings they\u2019ve made through the materials and frame design, plus the engineered stiffness, \u2018make the V-PR the best climbing and quickest-accelerating bike in triathlon\u2019. It\u2019s a bold claim, and one we can\u2019t wait to test.<\/p>\n

Aero technology<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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Leading Edge Absent Technology (LEA) is what QR has called its non-driveside aero chainstay, which has a triangular-shaped surface area that aims to encourage a cleaner airflow by prompting turbulent air to attach to the frame to avoid any unnecessary drag.<\/p>\n

The V-PR has the newest iteration of this technology (LEA.2) integrated into its design. Main changes include an attempt to move most of the frame\u2019s airflow up by adding more surface area to the point where the downtube and seat tube intersect, as well as removing part of the oversized chainstay\u2019s lower section.<\/p>\n

How much is the V-PR?<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Priced from $8,840 for the whole set-up and $5,340 (\u00a35,299.95 in the UK) for just the frameset, prices can also vary depending on components chosen. In terms of components and accessories, QR offers a wide choice so that you can set-up the bike exactly how you desire.<\/p>\n

Component options are:<\/strong><\/p>\n