Van Rysel Introduces New RCR-R PRO and RCR-R Road Bikes

Van Rysel has announced new RCR-R PRO and RCR-R carbon road bikes, with sales scheduled to begin January 5, 2027. The two models share a frame design but use different carbon layups, with claimed complete-bike weights starting at 14.6 pounds (6.6 kg) for the PRO and 16.3 pounds (7.4 kg) for the RCR-R. European recommended retail prices across the range run from €3,299 (approximately $3,700) to €8,499 (approximately $9,531).

The bikes are being unveiled at Rouleur Live in London on November 12. Van Rysel says the platform was developed over two and a half years in Lille, France, with input from the Decathlon CMA CGM professional team.

Two Carbon Layups

Van Rysel lists the RCR-R PRO frame at 1.55 pounds (0.705 kg) in size medium, using a combination of super-high-modulus and high-modulus carbon. The RCR-R uses high-modulus carbon and has a listed frame weight of 1.95 pounds (0.883 kg) in medium. Both models have a claimed fork weight of 0.79 pounds (0.360 kg). The company specifies a tolerance of ±5% for those frame and fork weights.

The PRO is offered with four groupset options. Van Rysel lists the following complete-bike weights, all in size medium:

• Shimano Dura-Ace Di2: 15.2 pounds (6.9 kg)
• Shimano Ultegra Di2: 15.7 pounds (7.1 kg)
• SRAM Red AXS: 14.6 pounds (6.6 kg)
• SRAM Force AXS: 15.7 pounds (7.1 kg)

The RCR-R also has four builds, with these claimed weights in medium:

• Shimano 105 Di2: 17.2 pounds (7.8 kg)
• Shimano Ultegra Di2: 16.3 pounds (7.4 kg)
• SRAM Rival AXS: 17.4 pounds (7.9 kg)
• SRAM Force AXS: 16.5 pounds (7.5 kg)

Aerodynamics and Rider Testing

Van Rysel says development included 13 computational fluid dynamics prototypes, five wind-tunnel prototypes and seven frame layups. The company describes the design goal as combining low weight and aerodynamic efficiency with a stiff front end and controlled rear-end flex.

Jérémie Debeuf, Van Rysel’s race product manager, said: “The brief was clear, to create the perfect synthesis by integrating the cutting-edge aerodynamics of the RCR-F PRO onto an ultra-responsive and lightweight platform, tailored for mountain stages.”

The company says Paul Seixas, Nicolas Prodhomme and Matthew Riccitello tested prototypes at training camps in the Sierra Nevada, providing feedback on climbing, acceleration and handling.

The release also describes a new aero bottle and cage, for which Van Rysel reports a saving of up to 6.3 watts at about 28 mph (45 km/h), compared with the previous generation. The company says the testing included moving legs and turbulence. The bottles will be released separately, with further details to come.

Pricing and Availability

Van Rysel includes North America among the planned markets for the new bikes, along with Europe, the United Kingdom, China and South America. Model availability will vary by region, and the initial announcement does not provide official U.S. retail prices or a price for each build.

The company says it will release a technical white paper and more details on pricing and regional availability before the January 5 launch. Further information is planned for Van Rysel’s RCR-R and RCR-R PRO page.