The Izalco Max Disc was first seen back in August at the 2019 Focus launch but has been kept top secret until its unveiling towards the end of 2018 prior to the first bikes landing early in 2019. The Focus engineers concentrated on developing their most aero bike yet. The predecessor of the Izalco Max Disc was already the lightest production disc brake frame available at the time of it’s release and Focus have managed to maintain the lightweight platform whilst increasing the aerodynamics.
“With 200 watts input over 50km, the new IZALCO MAX is 1:30 minutes faster in comparison to the previous model with same wheels, components, position and dummy test rider”
Best Aero Road Bike 2019?
There will be a lot of competition for this title an we are sure the new Izalco Max Disc will be in the mix, although the overall winner is likely to be the revolutionary new S5 Disc released by Cervelo. The Focus however is extremely likely to win this title when looking at certain price points, especially with their 8.7 series featuring a carbon cockpit and wheelset at just £2649.
Availability and Sizing?
Bikes will start landing from January 2019 however sizes in some models have pre-sold already and are now on the March production date. For exact delivery timescales and sizing you can Chat Live now, email [email protected] or call 01653 699070.
Izalco Max Disc 2019 | 8-Series vs 9-Series
Focus prodced two frame levels on the new Izalco Max Disc. The 9 Series is the ighest level carbon laup and the lightest frameset whilst featuring specifications from Ultegra Di2, eTap and Dura Ace Di2 alongside DT Swiss ARC 450 wheelsets; best frame, best specifications. The 8-Series frameset is 172g heavier but offers exceptional value, with a 105 grouspet, carbon cockpit and wheelset at just £2649. Remember if you like one of the models but would slightly alter the specification in terms of wheelset, gear ratio or anything else we endeavour to create your desired build at purchase whilst maintaining a competitive price.
Izalco Max 9-Series Frame: size M, painted) 890 g without assembly parts (assembly parts: 49 g; hanger, screw, RAT insert, DT plug, screws, plugs, bottle cage screws)
9-Series Fork: (size M, painted) 358 g without assembly parts (assembly parts: 7 g, RAT insert, screw) Izalco Max 8-Series frame: (size M, painted)1040 g without assembly parts (assembly parts: 49 g; hanger, screw, RAT insert, DT plug, screws, plugs, bottle cage screws) 8-Series Fork: (size M, painted)380 g without assembly parts (assembly parts: 7 g, RAT insert, screw)
Focus Izalco Max 2019 | Model Overview
As already outlined, you will need to decide between the high quality 8-Series frame at just 1040g or go all out and get the even lighter and best quality 9-Series frame. The 8-Series offers slightly better value but remember if you want to swap out a component such as the DT Swiss wheelset to an alternative contact us and we will endeavour to build your desired bike at purchase whilst maintaining a competitive price.
