SCOTT Plasma Team Issue
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Cost: $8,499
Components: SRAM Red 22
Wheels: Zipp Carbon 404/808
Releases: 2015
Coolest Feature: The new storage bin that attaches to the front of the headtube is said to make the bike 7 percent faster than previous models.
Surly Pugsley Fat Bike
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Cost: $575 (frameset only)
Components: SRAM and Shimano mix
Wheels: Surly Marge Lite rims, DT Swiss spokes, Shimano FH-M525 hub
Releases: 2015
Coolest Feature: Surly is known for offering parts and components at a good value. The Pugsley follows this line of thinking, and has added new color schemes for 2014.
Lapierre Aircode Ultimate DB
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Cost: $10,000
Components: Shimano Dura Ace Di2
Wheels: Mavic RSYS SLR WTS
Releases: 2015
Coolest Feature: The Aircode is said to be the only bike that provides aerodynamic advantages under all conditions (climbing, crosswinds, flats), unlike other models that are only built for straight-line speed on flat courses.
Argon 18 E-118 Next
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Cost: N/A
Componets: N/A
Wheels: FSA Vision Disc/Tri Spoke
Releases: 2015
Coolest Feature: The E-118 Next is similar to previous models but now touts a 100-gram weight reduction and a greater amount of adjustability for rider position.
Pashley Clubman Hybrid
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Cost: $996
Components: Grand Sport chainset
Wheels: N/A
Releases: Now
Coolest Feature: Steel frame, lugs and leather accessories, all at an affordable price. What's not to love?
Guru Praemio-R Disc Titanium
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Cost: $5,000 (frameset only)
Components: Shimano Ultegra
Wheels: Reynolds Aero 46
Releases: 2015
Coolest Feature: Guru is one of the few brands still making titanium frames, which are lighter and stronger than nearly any material on the market. The inclusion of disk brakes in the Praemio-R line keeps an eye toward the future.
Santa Cruz Bronson CC XTR
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Cost: $11,099
Components: Shimano XTR/ENVE
Wheels: ENVE
Releases: Now
Coolest Features: The Bronson is a workhorse of the Santa Cruz mountain bike line. What we like most are the numerous options consumers have to customize the model. You can choose from different aluminum and carbon frame materials, a wide range of components, and various color schemes depending on your preference and budget.
Merckx Mournex 69
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Cost: $3,995
Components: Shimano Ultegra
Wheels: Fulcrum Racing 5
Releases: Now
Coolest Feature: The sportive model of the Merckx line, the new Mournex includes longer seat stays and headtube to make the bike more comfortable on distance rides.
Quintana Roo PR6
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Cost: $7,000
Components: Dura Ace
Wheels: Reynolds Strike
Releases: 2015
Coolest Feature: The Profile Design Aria aerobar system allows for 7.5mm of height adjust in the pads, and tons of extension length/canting options.
De Rosa Protos
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Information N/A.
Coolest Feature: Precision engineered with an expert blend of three carbon fiber weaves, the frameset boasts an outstanding stiffness-to-weight ratio for efficiency, climbing and sprinting ability.
Salsa Beargrease Carbon XX1 Fat Bike
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Cost: $5,599
Components: SRAM XX1
Wheels: Whiskey No. 9
Releases: Now
Coolest Feature: The second edition of the Beargrease is touted as being lighter and having better handling than the previous model.
Haibike XDuro Race Electric
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Cost: $6,700
Components: Shimano Ultegra
Wheels: Reynolds Assault SLG Releases: 2014
Coolest Feature: The Haibike is in a cateogry by itself. Most electronic assists bikes are made on cruiser frames with wide tires. The XDuro is one of the first to make an e-bike on a road frame.
Linus Roadster Classic
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Cost: $465
Components: Linus
Aluminum
Wheels: Linus Alloy
Releases: Now
Coolest Feature: The Linus is simplicity in a classic form. It's low maintenance and built to last.
Giant Defy Advanced SL 0
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Cost: $10,300
Components: Dura Ace Di2
Wheels: Zipp 202 Disc
Releases: 2015
Coolest Feature: The rounded tube shaping increases compliance and reduces fatigue on long rides. Also of note is the junction between the seatstays and seattube, which is lower and helps to absorb road shock and vibration.
BMC Fourstroke FS01
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Cost: $7,000
Components: SRAM XX1
Wheels: N/A
Releases: 2015
Coolest Feature: Designed as a cross-country bike, the Fourstroke has a long top tube (24 inches on a medium) for a roomy cockpit and short chainstays for better maneuverability.
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