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Ribble launch Aero 883 Disc – their ‘most aerodynamic disc road frame’

"The Aero 883 Disc is a super-fast bike that now comes with added stopping power," say Ribble

Ribble have added a disc brake model to their popular Aero 883 frameset, creating what the Lancashire-brand have dubbed their most aerodynamic disc road frame.

Designed in conjunction with Sheffield’s Performance Engineered Solutions – who boast Formula One and MotoGP expertise – the original full-carbon rim-brake Aero 883 features a variety of tube profiles and sizes, with the rear brake hidden behind the bottom bracket shell – therefore alleviating the need for a brake bridge.

The disc brake version, therefore, boasts the same drag-reducing properties: Kamm Tail seat tube and downtube profiles, an integrated seat clamp and aero headtube featuring integrated shrouds to direct air flow around its base.

Ribble have added a disc-brake option to their popular Aero 883 Disc road frame (pic: Ribble)

Crafted from a blend of high-end T1000 and T800 unidirectional carbon fibre, the frame is both light and stiff and the Aero 883 Disc is equipped with direct-mount disc brake calipers.

Prices for the Aero 883 Disc start at £1,599, but Ribble’s recommended spec – Shimano Ultegra Hydraulic groupset, Mavic Pro Carbon Disc wheels and Deda Zero 100 finishing kit – comes in at £2,899.

Ribble product and brand director James Dove said: “The Aero 883 Disc is a super-fast bike that now comes with added stopping power.

“We’ve worked with aerodynamic experts to launch an award-winning bike, and we’re now offering the option with the latest direct mount disc brake calipers, offering the best stopping power possible.