Balance is the Answer

It’s hard to beat the sensation of power that comes from a great aero bike. What rider is ambivalent
about a machine that is designed to give back free watts? Is there a competitor who doesn’t grasp every
last advantage in the battle for speed? Orca Aero delivers these prizes – along with the willingness to
go all-out, all day, without hesitation. Long live the bike that balances the emotional and rational
desires inside each of us – Long live Orca Aero.

Key Features of the Orbea ORCA Aero M30iLTD Di2 Road Bike

• OMX monocoque carbon frame with innovative geometry
• Targeted optimization of torsional stiffness and stiffness/weight ratio
• Balanced handling thanks to optimal geometry
• More ergonomic riding position for greater comfort, control, and aerodynamics
• Modern aerodynamic accessories

Details of the Orbea ORCA AERO M30iLTD

Aerodynamics – Free Speed

Building on all of aerodynamic knowledge. That means thousands of hours of modelling, wind tunnel
sessions, and field testing fanatically considering every single component, searching for the sweet spot
for Orca Aero. Aligning the frame with the airflow, optimising cross-sections, smoothing transitions and
a myriad of other improvements mean a big reduction in drag. Slipping effortlessly through the air, that
instant feedback of a world-class aero bike.

Myriad improvements that all combine to reduce drag by 15w at 40kmph or 28w at 50kmph.

Stiffness – The Secret of Power Transmission

The large majority of torsional and lateral loads are handled by the lower spine of the frame. The
headtube, downtube and chainstays resist twisting. There is no doubt about it, a frame that is stiff in
the right places transfers more of your watts to the rear wheel. Your power converted to speed.
Carefully designing critical sections of the frame and optimizing the OMX carbon lay-up and
cross-sections means class-leading stiffness to weight ratios. Orca Aero is one of the most efficient,
fastest aero frames on the market.

Balanced Handling

One of the most important points to consider when determining geometry is that the bike must be easy to
ride. Going fast isn’t just a byproduct of good aerodynamics, it requires precise control over the bike.

Designed for Superior Ergonomics

Steering away from a fully integrated cockpit gives massive ergonomic gains for very little compromise.
Rotate your bars, change stem lengths or change handlebar widths to get the perfect position, improve
aerodynamics and reduce fatigue. Better ergonomics improves rider comfort, aerodynamics, and control.
Which means more speed!

Modern Aero Racers Require Modern Solutions

Toolbox behind the front wheel: The age-old question of where to carry essential tools, tubes, and
identification is answered by the integrated toolbox behind the front wheel. Like the bottle cage, the
toolbox is not only useful but aerodynamically beneficial.

Tire Clearance

With clearance for 30c tires, Orca Aero acknowledges that speed can also be comfortable. Modern road
riders have discovered the advantages of bigger tires – A wider tire inflated to lower pressures can
reduce rolling resistance, and the added air volume dramatically increases compliance and traction.