The Reynolds 853 frameset is gone, replaced instead with a slightly more affordable heat-treated Reynolds 725 version, which, despite the addition of uprated spec elsewhere, allows Genesis to hit a £2k pricepoint (£200 price drop vs. 2014 model). Carbon CX fork replaces last years’ Cr-Mo model. Has a longer axle-crown height for better tyre/mudguard clearance and is considerably lighter. Super clean, internally routed Di2 with seatpost battery – one entry port / one exit port. Conventional 68mm BSA threaded BB shell (with stepped Shimano BB sleeve for Di2 wire clearance) replaces last years’ BB86 Press-Fit for greater chainset/BB compatibility and choice. Alfine chainset with chainguard and revised 42/20T gearing for a useable urban use range (see Day One Alfine for gearing chart.) Upgraded brakes – TRP Hy/Rd brakes (with compression-less cable outer) combine cable actuation with hydraulic power to great effect and replace last years’ Hayes CX5 mechanicals. Specced with Jagwire KEB-SL compression-less outer for optimum performance.
Frame:Reynolds 725 w/ Di2 internal routing, mudguard & rack eyelets
Fork:Carbon CX w/ Alloy Steerer & mudguard eyelets
Shifters:Shimano Alfine Di2 BL-S705
Chainset:Shimano Alfine
Chainrings:42T
Bottom Bracket:Shimano SM-BB4600
Cassette:Shimano Alfine 20T Sprocket
Chain:KMC X1
Pedals:VP-383S w/ Toeclip
Brakeset:TRP HyRd w/ 160mm Rotors & Jagwire KEB-SL Compression-less Outer
Brake Levers:w/ Shimano Alfine BL-S705
Handlebars:Genesis Road Compact (125mm Drop x 70mm Reach)
Stem:Genesis Road, 31.8mm x +/-7 degrees
Headset:FSA Orbit Equipe Sealed Cartridge
Grips:Genesis Microfiber Anti-Slip w/ VexGel
Rims:Alex Rims XD-Elite, 32H
Front Hub:KT-MHGF 6-Bolt Sealed Cartridge / Shimano SG-S505 Alfine Di2 8sp
Rear Hub:KT-MHGF 6-Bolt Sealed Cartridge / Shimano SG-S505 Alfine Di2 8sp
Spokes:14G Stainless Silver w/ Brass Nipples
Front Tyre:Continental Sport Contact II SL, 700×35c
Rear Tyre:Continental Sport Contact II SL, 700×35c
Saddle:Genesis CX
Seatpost:Genesis, 27.2 × 350mm
Weight:11.93 kg (56cm w/o pedals)