Tools for a World Champion: Remco Evenepoel
with Remco Evenepoel
Remco Evenepoel claimed the 2022 World Championship title in decisive form. Finding himself in a split ahead of favorites including Van Aert, Alaphilippe, and Pogacar – the 22-year-old road racing sensation held off the competition to claim the coveted Rainbow Jersey. It was no easy feat – requiring careful management of both fitness and equipment to perfectly optimize performance. These are the tools that helped Remco Evenepoel win at Worlds.
The Bike (S-Works Tarmac SL7):
Frame:S-Works tarmac sl7
- Designed to be both light and aerodynamic
- Specialized’s fastest race bike
Drivetrain: Shimano Dura-Ace Di2
(12 Speed)
- Shimano’s top-level of electronic shifting
- Wireless transmission from shifters to derailleurs
- Hydraulic disc brakes for maximal stopping power
Wheels: Roval Alpinist clxii
- Lightweight climbing wheels – 1265g for the set. These helped Evenepoel make the most of the climbs on the Worlds course
- Tubeless rims for best-in-class performance
- Super light LFD hubs
Tires: s-works turbo rapidair tubeless
- Newly released tubeless tires
- The fastest offering from Specialized
- 26mm width provides unmatched aerodynamic advantage
Saddle: S-Works power mirror
- Lightweight, high-performance saddle
- Features a carbon shell and carbon rails
- 3D printed Mirror Technology provides unique comfort
Pedals: Shimano Dura-Ace SPD-SL
- Shimano’s lightest clipless road pedals
- Clipless pedals help Evenpoel transfer power from his shoes to the bike
Handlebar tape: supacaz
- Clean looking, high-performance bar tape
- Super tacky feel without sacrificing durability
- Available in a variety of stylish colors
The Gear
Helmet: S-Works Evade 3
- Specialized’s top-tier aero helmet
- Designed to balance aerodynamics and ventilation
- MIPS Air protection in the event of an impact
Shoes: S-Works Ares
- Performance road shoe designed for maximal power transfer
- Optimized to keep foot in the right position
- BOA-Li2 system for snug and customizable fit
Sunglasses: oakley sutro lite sweep
- Large lens shield provides a wide field of view and offer maximum protection
- Lenses tested to withstand impacts
- Practical yet stylish
Computer: Garmin Edge
- Garmin’s top line of GPS computers
- Edge computers display speed, power, heart rate, cadence, maps, and more
- The Edge allows Evenepoel to track his data for later review and analysis
Water Bottle Cages: Tacx Ciro
Carbon Cages
- Lightweight, low profile water bottle cages
- Carbon and glass fiber construction is durable and light