Kestrel RT-1000 Review

The Kestrel RT-1000 is lightweight and comfortable performance bike. It has superb speed and it features an endurance geometry which gives the rider a comfortable and upright position. This makes you efficient and provides you sustainability during high mileage rides. It is the ideal choice for endurance road riders. Kestrel has aerodynamic DNA and is plentifully fast.

Riding for long hours can be an arduous task if you are not riding on a superbly efficient bike. You should purchase a bike which is not only comfortable but also speedy. Riding is more fun if you have a bike that is convenient. Normally a rider look for light-weight, speed and comfort when he or she is purchasing a bike. And Kestrel RT 1000 has all these qualities.

If you are not comfortable while you cycle on the road, there is a risk that you may develop back problems. Your back or any other body part should not be strained during the journey. Kestrel RT 1000 is carefully designed to address issues such as comfort. Their designs are modified with the help of computers. After the computer designs it, engineers make a prototype which is then taken to labs for testing. They test the bike for safety reasons and performance. The high-tech design helps bike gain more speed.

Kestrel RT-1000 is made from a special 700 k modulus carbon fibre. Carbon has strength which makes the bike durable. Taller head tubes, sloping top tube and shock absorbing rear are used for the bike to provide comfort to the rider. Kestrel RT 1000 attains top speed with high agility. The Shimano drive train parts give the bike high power as well as high efficiency. Riders can shift the gears quickly without hassle. The compact crank lets the rider continue to spin when the tarmac turns vertical. Its aerodynamic shaped stays, seat tube and seat post, and internal cable routing allow the wind to slip over your bike. You can feel like flying above the road.

Product description:

• Crank set: FSA Gossamer 50/34T
• Frame: It is a blend of 700k and 800k with a high modulus carbon fiber

• Shifters: They are Shimano Ultegra STI
• Fork: Kestrel EMS Pro Full carbon, 1 1/8-1 ½ in tapered steerer
• Front derailleur: Shimano Ultegra, Braze on
• Rear derailleur: Shimano Ultegra, 10-sp
• Brakes: Shimano Ultegra
• Tires: Vittoria Zaffiro Pro Slick 700 * 25c
• Wheels: Oval Concepts 527 Alloy Clincher
• Color: Satin Grey/Yellow
• Cassette: Shimano Ultegra, 11-28T, 11-spd
• Chain: KMC X11L, 11-spd
• Handlebars: Oval Concepts 310 6061 Alloy, Ergonomic Fit (47cm, 50cm: 40 cm; 53 cm, 56 cm: 42 cm ; 59 cm, 62 cm : 44 cm)
• Stem: Oval Concepts 313 6061 3D-forged 31.8 mm +/- 6 degrees (47 cm, 50cm : 90mm; 53 cm, 56 cm: 100 mm; 59 cm, 62 cm: 120 mm)
• Seatpost: Kestrel EMS Pro Aero Carbon
• Tape: Prologo Nago Evo, STN Rails
• Saddle: Prologo Nago Evo, STN Rails

Strengths:

It is light weight and stiff. It is a strong climber. Its solid design handles the roads very well. Moreover the design is very attractive. Most bikes vibrate when they gain speed or are on a rough road. The high modulus carbon fiber of Kestrel RT 1000 prevent it from vibration. It also affects overall weight of the bike. The drive train also charges fast and can last up to 1000 miles after you fully charge it. Another strength is its oval wheels. They are light as well as durable. They help the rider to move faster on the road. But the best of all is that the bike is a very comfortable one for riders who ride for long distances.

Weakness:

The geometry is slightly relaxed for a mountain-climbing bike.

Verdict:

The bike gives its riders a great experience. It is recommended to anyone who is looking forward to buying a economical, efficient and powerful bike.