Florian Chabbal tested the Fraxion aero road bike. It’s an uncompromising bike built for pure performance. But how does it stack up as a versatile bike?
"It’s a real success story. In terms of performance, I was expecting a real aero racer, as it's clearly classed in that category. It's a racing bike whose performance is not in doubt, but on the other hand, and this is where Origine have done their homework, I found this bike to be extremely versatile. I was more than surprised by the level of comfort as I was clearly expecting the comfort level of a block of wood. Having ridden it up Etna and over the Pyrenean cols for several, I've really pushed the bike to its limits and in every possible condition. And the verdict? It’s a truly versatile bike that can be ridden in the high mountains as well as on the flats."