In cycling sports shifting gears quickly is of utmost importance. Even the slightest irregularity can affect the riding flow and translate into a delay in time. The Super Record EPS 2015 is a groupset for road bikes that delivers a drivetrain for highly effective gear shifting performance. A central aspect of its design is that it merges the know-how of a long-established company with highly advanced technology. Specifically, the rear and front derailleurs are equipped with electric motors that allow the rider to shift gears in a quick and highly precise manner. A single action via the shift control makes it possible to intuitively and seamlessly shift up or down for a multiple number of sprockets (multi-shifting). The shifting itself offers a high degree of quality and comfort, since the “click feel” and position of the controls have been optimised in order to prevent any risk of unintentional shifting. Another innovation in the field of gear shifts that further enhances the safety of the rider has been realised with the possibility of releasing the rear derailleur from the motor manually for emergency functionality in the event of a fault. Carbon fibre and titanium have been brought together to make the groupset very light and durable. The seamless merging of tradition with modern technology has thus led to an innovative product of elegant appearance that signifies high efficiency and safety for the rider.
Statement by the Jury
Thanks to an elegant design, the Super Record EPS 2015 merges the advantages of mechanical and electronic bicycle technology into an innovative gear shift groupset of the highest quality. The approach of integrating electric motors into both the rear and front derailleurs offers riders maximum gear shifting precision and effectiveness. It facilitates safe and seamless shifting up or down several sprockets with one single action.
