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Van Rysel RCR Force AXS Road Bike

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Born from a love of aero bikes and developed with bleeding-edge technology and materials, the RCR Force is Grand Tour DNA for the masses.

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About this item:

  • Aerodynamic Carbon Fiber Frame
  • Co-designed with ONERA Aerospace
  • SRAM Force AXS with Powermeter
  • Zipp 404 Firecrest Carbon Wheels
Model: 8830705

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Van Rysel RCR Force AXS Road Bike | Created in the wind tunnel and perfected on the road, the Van Rysel RCR Force AXS delivers elite level speed in any conditions.

Born from a love of aero bikes and developed with bleeding-edge technology and materials, the RCR Force is Grand Tour DNA for the masses.

A photo of the Van Rysel RCR Force AXS Road Bike in use
A photo of the Van Rysel RCR Force AXS Road Bike in use

Aero Carbon Frame

RCR Carbon co-developed with ONERA and validated in the wind tunnel

Wireless Shifting

Responsive SRAM Force eTap AXS Black shifters for a strikingly clean look

Road-Ready Performance

Lightweight SRAM Force Black cranks paired with a Quarq power meter and 12 speed 10-33 Force cassette

Powerful Stopping Power

Stay in control at speed with the SRAM Force Disc Brakes and 160mm rotors

Precise Gear Changes

Silently shifting SRAM Force AXS rear derailleur for immediate gear changes

Pro-Proven Speed

Experience lightweight stiffness with the ZIPP 404 Firecrest Carbon wheelset

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Question:

Question on sizing. I'm 5'10" with long legs, and usually ride a Large, or 56 frame. I can't decide between a M or L for the RCR?

Answer:

Medium for sure - as they run big the Medium is actually has a 55.5 Top Tube, the large is 57.5. one of my co-workers who is 5'11'' and even on torso vs legs and rides a medium

By Thierry on Apr 30, 2024 | STAFF

Question:

How many teeth is the crankset in size XS?

Answer:

The crankset has 2 chainrings - the large one is 48th and the smaller chainring is 35 tooth.

By Thierry on May 7, 2024 | STAFF

Question:

i am a 5,9 , i use to have a 56 in other bikes , what size would be in this case recommedable ?

Answer:

I would receomend a Medium - They have a 55.5 Top tube, so they can run a bit large

By Thierry on May 16, 2024 | STAFF

Question:

I currently ride a Domane Gen 4 bike with a 56cm frame and a top tube length of 55.6cm. I'm 5'8" tall and prefer an aggressive geometry with my handlebars positioned low. I've removed all the spacers. Can you advise on what size would be best for me?

Answer:

You should fit a Medium prefectly, but can also ride a small ( shorter HT) but will likely need a longer stem

By Thierry on Aug 26, 2024 | STAFF

Question:

Hey What’s the gear ratios ? Seat brand and size etc ? I think I think that if someone/we are going to spend a significant amount of money on a bike, information about the equipment must be mandatory.... Is this too hard to share?

Answer:

Here is the web link with all the info: https://www.decathlon.com/products/van-rysel-rcr-force-axs-power-road-bike-350280?adept-product=van-rysel-rcr-force-axs-power-road-bike-350280&variant=40432635576382&adept_product_id=van-rysel-rcr-force-axs-power-road-bike-350280&source=search#product-information

By Thierry on Aug 26, 2024 | STAFF

Question:

I’m 6’2” what size frame should I get ?

Answer:

If depends how flexible you are and how much drop you are comfortable with - you could ride a large with a mildly agressive fit, or an XL with a more relaxed fit.

By Thierry on Aug 26, 2024 | STAFF

Question:

I'm 191cm tall. I currently ride a Cervelo R3 (2012) 56CM the top tube is 54CM and a Salsa Warbird (2023) also a 58CM with a top tube of 56CM. Question, on a Van Rysel, would I ride a large or a medium frame ? Thank you, Dan

Answer:

I belive you would fit well on a Large.

By Thierry on Aug 26, 2024 | STAFF

Question:

I'm 191cm tall. I currently ride a Cervelo R3 (2012) 56CM the top tube is 54CM and a Salsa Warbird (2023) also a 58CM with a top tube of 56CM. Question, on a Van Rysel, would I ride a large or a medium frame ?

Answer:

I belive you would fit well on a Large

By Thierry on Aug 26, 2024 | STAFF

Question:

How do I install the front tire on the bike? There is no tool.

Answer:

I assume you mean front wheel? You should use an allen wrench - normally 5mm.

By Thierry on Aug 26, 2024 | STAFF

Question:

I am 5.6 tall, what size do you recommend? Thanks!

Answer:

Small for any of our road or gravel bikes.

By Thierry on Sep 25, 2024 | STAFF

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Very happy with my…

Very happy with my purchase with very good value for money 2000€ from me than the competition

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In my opinion, a…

In my opinion, a very good bike. Good level peripherals and a very satisfactory overall rating. Just a surprise about the water retention in the rims, when riding in the rain (a known phenomenon at Zipp so don't panic)

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Wheels

I think for hobbyists like me, they should come with lower profile wheels.

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Excellent bike with top assembly, unbeatable value for money.

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Complete bike but be careful

Comment written with more than 1500km completed. Delivery: be careful, poorly assembled bike, aero handlebars not level, front and rear discs not tightened, laborious rear and front derailleur adjustment, very bad brake balancing, bleeding to be redone, overtightened headset. Riding: very good bike when riding, rigid and responsive frame, the 58s take care of the bumps without too much difficulty thanks to the type of frame. It remains comfortable even after several hours. The handlebars are too wide for an M, you should start with a 40 or even a 38. Maintenance: easy to clean although it gets dirty quickly (black quickly collecting dust and quickly visible stains) but that's logical. After-sales service: 0, for the bleeding I was sent packing and for maintenance the teams are unfortunately not trained. Conclusion: very interesting bike at an affordable price for its equipment, be careful with the delivery, everything must be checked after it.

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Very happy - high performance bike at fair price

- great components - low price - good design

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Triathlete, very satisfied

As a triathlete, I am an avid athlete myself. (Ftp 325Watt) You get excellent material for a very acceptable price! I am very satisfied with the Sram force AXS components, but I believe that even the Rival is sufficient! Top wheels from Zipp and pleasant Deda Superzero handlebars. Saddle is personal, but I am fortunate to have always ridden with Fizik, so I am also very satisfied with this. Frame behaves very stiff. In short, great for the price asked. How can it be even better? Being able to put together the frame and finishing yourself, but then it becomes 'custom work' again and therefore more expensive. Possibility to choose not to cut the front fork to standard length yet. Another small contribution: I also took out insurance with Decathlon. I am also satisfied with this (haven't needed it yet, but customer service responds quickly)!

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It is stiff and at the same time relatively comfortable for the fact that it is a racing bike. It's just a rocket

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excellent bike very good value for money

Bike delivered mid-May 2024. Very dynamic and lively aero bike. Good recovery quality. Also pleasant in the mountains. Very beautiful and overall aesthetic. But a big downside is the quality of the matte paint finish which is more than imperfect in certain places. Is it my copy that is only affected or is this problem found throughout the entire production or is this a problem on a manufacturing batch. In any case, this is not acceptable on a 5000 euro bike.

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CRAZY VALUE FOR MONEY

1/ Commissioning the bike. I read a lot of dissatisfied comments. For my part, the delivery of the bike went very well at the Vitrolles decathlon. I came across a passionate team. They switched my wheels to tubeless the same day following my request. Top 2/ Cycling after 500 km. In summary on flat to hilly sections it is ultra-efficient, it's a delight I maintain incredible speeds. On the mounted, it goes very well, the wheels are not handicapping, and the gear allows you to go everywhere. In short, I do not regret my purchase

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Top bike RCR

Fantastic bike, handles great, accelerates like a charm, shifts perfectly, price, quality, unbeatable. Had good explanation and service at Decathlon Turnhout. In short, it is recommended to buy the bicycle there.

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INFERNAL after-sales service on a good bike

Overall satisfied with the bike not the after-sales service. The design is good, the frame offers a very good stiffness/comfort ratio. From the first pedal strokes, you can feel that the bottom bracket – rear triangle “block” is working well. The raises are sharp if you put the watts into it. Good ability to maintain a high speed, and to pass small bumps with strength while keeping the gas. The Sram Force electronic group does the job completely and we appreciate the scope of development available. In terms of driving, it took me a little longer to adapt. I was used to a more “direct” bike and more on a rail. I don't know if I should put this feeling down to a slightly longer wheelbase and a more "lean" steering angle. We have a bike that is perhaps a little more permissive in the sense that it seems easier to shorten a curve radius or the opposite. The - of the bike: 1/There are no spacers available to lower the cockpit and replace a spacer between the hood and the stem. The hood has a specific beveled teardrop shape that makes adaptation impossible. This means that if you want to lower your cockpit, you must cut the fork tube and going back is impossible... it is better to have already taken the time to experiment on another bike. This also complicates a potential resale. 2/ The seat tube clamping system tends to “rise” when tightened, and does not stay in its location very clearly. And if like me you travel with your bike in a cover with the seat tube removed, plan to buy a good pot of carbon assembly paste; you have to add more each time if you want to keep your settings for more than 30 minutes. Finally the big black point and the reason for this very mixed opinion 2: THE SCANDAL SUPPORT During my first rainy outing, I understood that something was wrong with my Zipp 404 Firecrest rear wheel: it was taking on water , but like really huh. The water is blocked in the double wall of the rim and exits through the spoke heads. After drying I have a noise in the rim, a little thing is wandering around there: the counterweight of the valve is no longer in its location, all this moving water has separated it from the rim! Passage to the Decathlon CNIT La Défense on 04/18, Titian and Killlian noted the defect and issued me a good after-sales service (3136314408), and told me that Christophe was going to order a new wheel and value it in after-sales service... when without news, I calls Christophe, he tells me that he has “written” to the product manager… and that he is waiting for answers. I'm waiting for a wheel! This has been going on for 3 months! I've been riding my old Bontragers for 3 months! Disgusted. In short, a good bike with disastrous service…

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Components ok. Quality of assembly - disqualification.

The bike looks beautiful "on paper". High-quality components, consistent design, aesthetically fine. Good price. These are pluses. So what if the bike comes in an open, damaged box that does not fit the premium product (until the FedEx courier himself offered to mark the damage to the packaging in his system). This is the first "grind". The second one is much worse. When trying to adjust the front brake caliper (after inserting the wheel, it turns out that the disc is rubbing against the pads), it turns out that one of the screws securing the caliper is seized and cannot be unscrewed or screwed in. There is no grease (or assembly paste) on most threads, everything is dry. Front derailleur mounted too close to the large chainring (against SRAM recommendations). The bike was returned without any problems (Decathlon PL service was nice, helpful and friendly), but the distaste and loss of trust in the Decathlon FR brand remained. If Decathlon FR cannot ensure sufficient quality of assembly, maybe sell premium bikes as a set of parts + frameset for your own assembly? There will be fewer returns.

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RCR FORCE

excellent bike, excellent value for money. fast, stiff but still comfortable!

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Everything fine

Good bang for the buck

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Additional Product Information

Composition

Frame (for bike): 100.0% Carbon

The rcr range

Made for winning races. The RCR lineup uses an aerodynamic frame that has been refined by aerospace engineers to make you as efficient as possible on epic climbs, leading out the peloton, and sprinting for the finish line. These no-compromise bikes have performance-focused builds that share the same DNA for every rider, from first-time Gran Fondo entries through to the pros on the Decathlon AG2R La Mondiale Team at the Grand Tours.

What's the difference between the rcr and the rcr pro frame?

Carbon road bike frames are defined by two main factors; geometry and carbon layup. The RCR and RCR Pro share the same geometry, that means you’ll be in the exact same position on your RCR bike as the elite riders will be in on their RCR Pro bikes at the Tour de France. The difference is in the layup. The RCR uses high-modulus fibers while the RCR Pro uses a more complex process that improves the overall stiffness of the frame in the world's fastest races.

Beautifully lightweight frame

The RCR frame manages to squeeze performance and efficiency into a lightweight package that tips the scales at 1.82 lbs in a size Medium. Go for the RCR Pro and drop down to a brilliantly light 1.74 lbs, with still enough tire clearance for 33mm tires. Add in the carbon fork that weighs only 13.4 oz and you’ve got a fantastically light bike that’s made for charging up mountain passes.

Always in control cockpit

Hold the fastest line around bends and pick your way through the peloton with the integrated and size-specific cockpit. The Deda x Van Rysel Superbox EVO stem and Deda Superzero RS carbon bars help dampen feedback from the road. XS bikes come with an 80mm stem and 400mm bars. S bikes have a 90 mm stem and 400 mm bars. M bikes are fitted with a 100 mm stem and 420mm bars. L frames come with a 110mm stem and 420mm. While the XL models are finished with a 120mm stem and 440 mm bars.

Sram force groupset and quarq power meter

Once you experience an electronic groupset, you’ll never want anything else. The SRAM Force Black eTap AXS groupset keeps your bike feeling incredibly snappy and responsive. Know exactly how hard you’re working and track your training progress with the Quarq power meter that attaches to the crankset and links to the SRAM AXS app. The whole groupset tips the scales at just under 6 lbs to help keep the overall weight of the RCR Force as low as possible without compromising on performance.

Sram force drivetrain in detail

Shifter: Force Black eTap AXS D2Front derailleur: Force Black eTap AXS D2Rear derailleur: Force Black eTap AXS D2 MAX 36TCassette: Force XG 1270 D1 10-33Chainset: Force Black D2 DUB PM 48/35TCrank length by size XS/S: 170mm M: 172.5mm L/XL: 175 mmSRAM Force chain

Fast rolling carbon wheels

Made for pure speed, the ZIPP 404 Firecrest Carbon wheelset is an aerodynamic wheelset that uses clever design choices to cut through the air effortlessly. 58mm deep, 23mm wide and with a ZR1 DB hub with 66 points of engagement, these carbon wheels are perfect for putting the power down on your next ride. Laced with a set of Michelin Power Cup tires, you’ll be breaking your personal records in no time.

Powerful sram force disc brakes

Combining 160mm front and rear rotors with powerful modulation and excellent control, make the SRAM Force disc brakes an incredibly popular choice for road cyclists. With tactile brake levers that make one-finger braking easy and powerful hydraulic brake pistons give you control when you need them.

5 year guarantee

Our carbon frames and forks come with a 5-year warranty, so you can ride without worry for years to come.

Guarantee

Our carbon frames and forks come with a 5-year warranty.

Origin

Imported

Ca warning

California Prop65 WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including Lead, which is known by the State of California to cause cancer. For more information, go to www.P65warnings.ca.gov.

 

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