The Hottest Bikes and Tech At La Vuelta 2026

Sebas is on the ground at the Vuelta a España to bring you an exclusive look at the hottest tech and pro bike setups from the final Grand Tour of the year. From João Almeida's weight-saving Colnago to the aggressive positions of Mads Pedersen and Enric Mas, we dive deep into the custom details that make these bikes elite. Plus, we explore the biggest trends of the 2024 season: the rise of 30mm tyres and the shift toward shorter, more specific crank lengths.

Chapters: ⏱️
00:00 - Introduction
00:20 - João Almeida’s Colnago V4RS
02:32 - New Shimano Dura-Ace Spotted!
03:51 - Custom Pinarello Dogma: Q36.5
04:54 - Primož Roglič’s Specialised Tarmac SL8
06:38 - Pello Bilbao’s Wilier Filante SLR
08:37 - Lotto Dstny’s Custom Orbea Orca Aero
09:12 - Enric Mas’s Canyon Aeroad CFR
10:43 - Mads Pedersen’s Trek Madone
12:57 - Mikel Landa’s Tarmac SL8 & Astana’s X-Lab

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From 160mm cranks to 30mm tyres becoming the new standard, pro bike tech is evolving faster than ever! Which of these custom pro setups would you most want in your garage? Let us know in the comments below! 👇

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