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Pro Bike: Alexander Kristoff's Canyon Aeroad CF SLX
Alexander Kristoff (Katusha), a heavy favorite for Sunday's Tour of Flanders, will ride his usual Canyon Aeroad CF SLX across the Flandrian cobbles. Kristoff rides a 56cm frame with Canyon's integrated handlebars, a Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 group, and Mavic wheels. Photo: Caley Fretz | VeloNews.com
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Pro Bike: Alexander Kristoff's Canyon Aeroad CF SLX
The Aeroad isn't designed for cobbles, but Flanders' stones are quite a bit more forgiving than those of Roubaix. Kristoff rides with 175mm crank arms, a 140mm stem, 42cm bars (center to center), and a massive drop. Photo: Caley Fretz | VeloNews.com
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Pro Bike: Alexander Kristoff's Canyon Aeroad CF SLX
Kristoff's Norwegian roots are displayed on his Selle Italia saddle. Photo: Caley Fretz | VeloNews.com
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Pro Bike: Alexander Kristoff's Canyon Aeroad CF SLX
Integrated bars can decrease drag. Photo: Caley Fretz | VeloNews.com
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Pro Bike: Alexander Kristoff's Canyon Aeroad CF SLX
The Aeroad uses Shimano's direct-mount brakes. They provide excellent power and modulation and also a bit of extra tire clearance. Photo: Caley Fretz | VeloNews.com
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Pro Bike: Alexander Kristoff's Canyon Aeroad CF SLX
Metal cages offer extra security on the cobbles. Photo: Caley Fretz | VeloNews.com
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Pro Bike: Alexander Kristoff's Canyon Aeroad CF SLX
Kristoff will ride Flanders with a 53-tooth big ring and a 42-tooth small ring. If the race comes down to a bunch sprint, he will be the man to watch, along with Tinkoff-Saxo's Peter Sagan. "I see myself as one of the favorites but not the only one. I know that people can beat me when I’m tired. I’m not unbeatable," Kristoff said. Photo: Caley Fretz | VeloNews.com
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Pro Bike: Alexander Kristoff's Canyon Aeroad CF SLX
Kristoff's Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 11-speed rear derailleur. Photo: Caley Fretz | VeloNews.com
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Pro Bike: Alexander Kristoff's Canyon Aeroad CF SLX
The transition between fork and frame is a key area for aerodynamics, and the Aeroad certainly looks clean. Photo: Caley Fretz | VeloNews.com
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Pro Bike: Alexander Kristoff's Canyon Aeroad CF SLX
Mavic has provided Katusha with a new, wider front rim for improved crosswind control and general aerodynamics. Photo: Caley Fretz | VeloNews.com
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Pro Bike: Alexander Kristoff's Canyon Aeroad CF SLX
Shimano Dura-Ace pedals for Kristoff. Photo: Caley Fretz | VeloNews.com
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Pro Bike: Alexander Kristoff's Canyon Aeroad CF SLX
The tires are labeled Mavic, but are actually Veloflex 25mm tubulars. Photo: Caley Fretz | VeloNews.com
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Pro Bike: Alexander Kristoff's Canyon Aeroad CF SLX
The carbon hub shell and spokes of the Cosmic Ultimate wheels are impressive. Photo: Caley Fretz | VeloNews.com
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Pro Bike: Alexander Kristoff's Canyon Aeroad CF SLX
Kristoff rides with Di2 sprint shifters on his drops. Photo: Caley Fretz | VeloNews.com
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Pro Bike: Alexander Kristoff's Canyon Aeroad CF SLX
A homemade SMR mount, apparently 3D-printed, attaches to holes on the bottom of Kristoff's integrated stem/bar combo. Photo: Caley Fretz | VeloNews.com
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Pro Bike: Alexander Kristoff's Canyon Aeroad CF SLX
A Norwegian-themed top tube for Kristoff. Photo: Caley Fretz | VeloNews.com
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Pro Bike: Alexander Kristoff's Canyon Aeroad CF SLX
... complete with a flag up top. Photo: Caley Fretz | VeloNews.com
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Pro Bike: Alexander Kristoff's Canyon Aeroad CF SLX
The Aeroad looks the part. Photo: Caley Fretz | VeloNews.com
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Pro Bike: Alexander Kristoff's Canyon Aeroad CF SLX
The front brake is direct-mount as well. Photo: Caley Fretz | VeloNews.com
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Pro Bike: Alexander Kristoff's Canyon Aeroad CF SLX
Both the Di2 junction box and the SRM mount are tucked away under the stem. Photo: Caley Fretz | VeloNews.com
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Pro Bike: Alexander Kristoff's Canyon Aeroad CF SLX
Canyon isn't widely available in the U.S., but that may change soon. The bikes, which are sold direct to consumers rather than through shops, are very popular in Europe. Photo: Caley Fretz | VeloNews.com
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Pro Bike: Alexander Kristoff's Canyon Aeroad CF SLX
The stem says 130mm but measures 140mm. Photo: Caley Fretz | VeloNews.com
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Pro Bike: Alexander Kristoff's Canyon Aeroad CF SLX
Mechanics fashion custom number holders that fit in with the curves of each frame. Photo: Caley Fretz | VeloNews.com
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Pro Bike: Alexander Kristoff's Canyon Aeroad CF SLX
An 11-25 cassette is paired with the 53/42 chainrings. Photo: Caley Fretz | VeloNews.com
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