Could this be the new Trek Emonda? Recently spotted in Calpe (Spain), Giulio Ciccone, the rider from WorldTour squad Lidl-Trek, has been testing a never-seen-before bike. We can only imagine it’s an unreleased Trek; this would make sense as the last model was released in 2021.
It seems like Trek are integrating the recently developed IsoFlow Technology into the Emonda. Or could this be an updated Madone, incorporating both lightweight and aerodynamics, similar to the S-Works Tarmac SL8?
IsoFlow Technology was developed for several reasons, stated by Trek: “IsoFlow flexes over bumps for a smoother ride, improves aerodynamics, and shaves weight to save precious seconds in the saddle.”
We hope to see Lidl-Trek using this new lightweight-looking frame in 2024. Could we witness it in Australia at the Santos Tour Down Under starting on the 16th of January? Or will it be unveiled on the main stage, the Tour de France? After all, the American squad had a successful campaign at last year’s Tour, with Giulio Ciccone taking the Mountains Classification and Mads Pedersen winning stage eight. If you’re interested in learning more about teams in 2024, check out our article on the 2024 Pro Jerseys.
Curiously, it bears a striking resemblance to that of the Giant TCR Advanced SL Disc Frameset, minus the IsoFlow Technology. When comparing both pictures, the seat post clamp design appears very similar. Additionally, the shape of the head tube also appears alike.
It’s been a long time since we have seen bikes in the pro peloton weigh at the UCI weight limit, 6.8kg. So, could this new bike from Trek be stand out? It would certainly be appreciated by Lidl-Trek riders Mattias Skjelmose, the winner of the 2023 Tour de Swiss and the new British signing and winner of the 2020 Giro d’Italia, Tao Geoghegan Hart.
Make sure to keep an eye out in 2024, we’re certain there will be a lot of new and exciting tech released in the coming months. To stay up to date, be sure to check back into our news page for the latest developments.
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Guy Tucker
A freelance writer with a number of years’ experience writing on all things cycling. After competing internationally as a triathlete, he then moved onto cycling, working his way up the French amateur ranks. Guy has recently decided to step away from racing and focus on writing, as well as having fun on two wheels. The years spent heavily involved in sport have given him great insight and valuable knowledge, which is demonstrated in his work.
