I'm not by any means a competitive biker. I don't track metrics, don't plan on beating people's speeds in Strava, and for the most part, I don't log more than 15 miles on my bike a day before I feel like keeling over.
But when I got a chance at riding a bike designed for competitive cycling, I had to see what the fuss was about. Bike company SpeedX is selling an aerodynamic carbon-fiber road bike on Indiegogo with a ton of smart integrations. It's raised nearly $3 million so far.
Take a look.
I tested out the SpeedX Leopard Pro, one of the company's two models. This one costs $2,699, but there's also a base model that costs $1,700. These are technically full retail prices, but if you're an early bird, it's cheaper on Indiegogo.
The bike weighs in at 17.4 pounds. I could easily lift it and sling it over my shoulder while walking.
There are connectors in the front that allow you to add a front light, which is sold separately. The battery here houses the bike's electronic gear shifting system.
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