{"product_id":"x-lab-ad8-ultegra-di2-sunspot-red-black","title":"X-LAB AD8 Ultegra Di2 Sunspot Red\/Black","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAero Race Performance for Real-World Riding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe X-LAB AD8 is a carbon aero road bike for riders who enjoy fast bunch rides, road racing and getting out for a hard training ride. In Sunspot Red\/Black, this version pairs the AD8’s race-focused frame with Shimano Ultegra Di2 electronic shifting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt shares the AD9’s frame design and geometry, using Toray T800 carbon to bring that aerodynamic platform into a different build. If you are looking for a responsive road bike that feels at home when the pace lifts, the AD8 is worth a closer look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eToray T800 Carbon Frame and Fork\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe AD8 uses a Toray T800 carbon frame and fork with aerodynamic shaping developed for fast road riding. Its race-focused geometry puts you in a position suited to riding on the drops, climbing out of the saddle and holding speed on open roads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn aero-profile carbon seatpost and integrated carbon cockpit give the bike a tidy finish. The frame is also compatible with a Universal Derailleur Hanger.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eShimano Ultegra Di2\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShimano Ultegra Di2 provides electronic shifting through a 2 × 12-speed drivetrain. The shift controls communicate wirelessly with the system, while the derailleurs draw power from the central Di2 battery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShifts are made with a light press of the controls, which is useful when your hands are tired at the end of a long ride or when you need to change gear while holding the drops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUltegra hydraulic disc brakes provide controlled braking in changing weather. They are a good match for fast descents and regular riding on New Zealand roads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCarbon Wheels and 28 mm Tyres\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe AD8 is paired with Branta C45 UL carbon wheels with carbon spokes. Their 45 mm profile suits fast road riding without going as deep as a dedicated flat-course race wheel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMichelin Pro 5 700 × 28C tyres provide a performance-focused starting point for training and bunch rides. X-LAB states that the AD8 frame has clearance for tyres up to 32 mm, giving you the option to choose a wider road tyre for extra comfort on coarse chip seal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eActual clearance can vary with the tyre and rim combination. Check the measured tyre width and leave appropriate space around the frame and fork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIntegrated Carbon Cockpit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Branta integrated carbon handlebar and stem keeps the front of the bike tidy. It is worth checking the supplied bar width and stem length before choosing your frame size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike a separate handlebar and stem, changing one dimension on an integrated cockpit may mean replacing the whole unit. If you already have a road position that works well, bring us your measurements and we can help compare them with the AD8.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eX-LAB AD8 Toray T800 carbon frame and fork\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAerodynamic road frame design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRace-focused geometry shared with the AD9 platform\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShimano Ultegra Di2 2 × 12-speed electronic shifting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShimano Ultegra hydraulic disc brakes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBranta C45 UL carbon wheels with carbon spokes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMichelin Pro 5 700 × 28C tyres\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStated maximum tyre clearance of 32 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBranta integrated carbon handlebar and stem\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eXDS aero-profile carbon seatpost\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUniversal Derailleur Hanger compatibility\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSunspot Red\/Black finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho Is It For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoad racing and competitive events\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast bunch rides\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerformance-focused training\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRolling road routes and long climbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRiders wanting Ultegra Di2 electronic shifting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRiders looking for a carbon aero bike with carbon wheels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone who likes the Sunspot Red\/Black finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe AD8 has race-oriented geometry. If a more upright position or room for tyres wider than 32 mm is important to you, an endurance or all-road bike may be a better fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOur Thoughts\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe AD8 offers the frame shape and geometry of the AD9 platform without needing to move all the way up to the top model. Ultegra Di2 is a groupset we would be happy to ride every day: the controls are comfortable, shifting is consistent and the hydraulic brakes are well suited to fast road riding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe carbon wheels are a worthwhile part of the package, and the option to fit a 32 mm tyre gives you some room to make the bike more comfortable on rougher seal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs with any race bike, getting the position right matters. Check the integrated cockpit dimensions and frame geometry before ordering, particularly if you are between sizes or prefer a shorter reach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExact specification is to be confirmed\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrameset\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrame:\u003c\/strong\u003e X-LAB carbon, Toray T800, UDH compatible\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFork:\u003c\/strong\u003e Carbon, 12 × 100 mm front thru-axle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeatpost:\u003c\/strong\u003e XDS carbon, aero profile\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStated maximum tyre clearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e 32 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDrivetrain\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShifters:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shimano Ultegra ST-R8170 Di2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFront derailleur:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shimano Ultegra FD-R8150 Di2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRear derailleur:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shimano Ultegra RD-R8150 Di2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrivetrain:\u003c\/strong\u003e Electronic 2 × 12-speed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrankset and gearing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Contact Chain Reaction to confirm the supplied specification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBrakes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrakes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shimano Ultegra BR-R8170 hydraulic disc\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRotors:\u003c\/strong\u003e Contact Chain Reaction to confirm the supplied sizes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWheels and Tyres\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWheelset:\u003c\/strong\u003e Branta C45 UL carbon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpokes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Carbon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTyres:\u003c\/strong\u003e Michelin Pro 5, 700 × 28C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCockpit and Contact Points\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandlebar and stem:\u003c\/strong\u003e Branta integrated carbon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeatpost:\u003c\/strong\u003e XDS carbon, aero profile\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSaddle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Contact Chain Reaction to confirm the supplied specification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eColour and Weight\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sunspot Red\/Black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Contact Chain Reaction for the specification of the available bike\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSize Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eX-LAB provides the following rider heights as a starting point for the AD8 platform. Please contact us to confirm available sizes in Sunspot Red\/Black.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eXS:\u003c\/strong\u003e 150–160 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eS:\u003c\/strong\u003e 160–170 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eM:\u003c\/strong\u003e 170–178 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eL:\u003c\/strong\u003e 178–185 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eXL:\u003c\/strong\u003e 185–191 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeight alone does not determine the best size. Body proportions, flexibility and preferred riding position all matter, particularly if you are between sizes. Contact Chain Reaction for personalised sizing and setup advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGeometry\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe AD8 shares the AD9 frame geometry. 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