{"id":2046649,"date":"2026-07-16T13:52:10","date_gmt":"2026-07-16T10:52:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/?p=2046649"},"modified":"2026-07-16T13:52:10","modified_gmt":"2026-07-16T10:52:10","slug":"winspace-m6-review-an-excellent-all-rounder-that-easily-competes-against-bigger-and-more-established-brands","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/?p=2046649","title":{"rendered":"Winspace M6 review: An excellent all rounder that easily competes against bigger and more established brands"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[analyse_image type=&#8221;featured&#8221; src=&#8221;https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/bdzBsXaaGXHhTbVncNKfe5-2442-80.jpg&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p><article class=\"page-content-onecol flex-1\nreview-article\n\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"widget-area-group widget-area-group-2col flex flex-wrap box-border\">\n<div id=\"widgetArea16\" class=\"widget-area basis-full md:basis-2\/3 widget-area-g-md-vp-2-3 widget-area-g-lg-vp-2-3 widget-area-g-xl-vp-2-3 page-widget-area-16\">\n<div data-widget-type=\"contentparsed\" id=\"content\" class=\"clear-both widget widget-contentparsed widget-content widget-contentparsed-content widget-content-parsed widget-content-parsed-content_document \">\n<div class=\"wcp-item-content\">\n<section class=\"content-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"pretty-verdict\" data-component-name=\"pretty-verdict\">\n<div class=\"pretty-verdict__heading-container\">\n<h3>\nCyclingnews Verdict<br \/>\n<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"pretty-verdict__verdict\">\n<p>Winspace has created a very good bike in the M6. It&#8217;s a fast bike with great handling and a wide range of customisation options. In this spec and for the money, it easily stands up against bikes from bigger brands. <\/p>\n<aside data-model-name=\"Winspace M6 105 Di2\" data-name=\"TOP widget\" data-render-type=\"fte\" data-show-widget-title=\"0\" data-widget-type=\"review\" class=\"hawk-root\">\n<div class=\"hawk-merchant-link-widget-widget-container\">\n<div class=\"hawk-merchant-link-widget-main-container\">\n<div class=\"hawk-merchant-link-widget-wrapper hawk-merchant-link-widget-left-alignment\">\n<div class=\"hawk-merchant-link-widget-item-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"hawk-merchant-link-widget-item-transparent\" data-product-type=\"200\"> Check Amazon<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"pretty-verdict__pros\">\n<h4 class=\"pros__heading\">\nPros<br \/>\n<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><span>+<\/span>\n<p>Good value as a whole bike or frameset<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li><span>+<\/span>\n<p>Excellent handling; exciting and precise<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li><span>+<\/span>\n<p>Lots of customisation options at point of sale<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li><span>+<\/span>\n<p>The Hyper integrated handlebar is a great shape and aids front-end handling<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"pretty-verdict__cons\">\n<h4 class=\"cons__heading\">\nCons<br \/>\n<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><span>&#8211;<\/span>\n<p>BB bearings sounding a little rough after under 2k miles.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<aside data-component-name=\"Recirculation:ArticleRiver\" data-recirculation-type=\"pretty-verdict\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"Trending Bar\" class=\"w-full mt-5 border-t border-[#ededed] border-solid\" data-nosnippet>\n<div class=\"mt-5 text-base font-bold text-black pb-2.5\">Best picks for you<\/div>\n<ul class=\"flex flex-col pl-4 pr-2 bg-none \">\n<li class=\"w-full mb-2 list-disc list-outside -indent-0.5\" id=\"recirculation-related-pretty-verdict-1\" data-recirculation-id=\"recirculation-card-1\" data-analytics-id=\"recirculation-pretty-verdict-1\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"recirculation-pretty-verdict-1\">\n                    Best aero road bikes 2026: Ridden, rated, and wind tunnel tested\n                <\/li>\n<li class=\"w-full mb-2 list-disc list-outside -indent-0.5\" id=\"recirculation-related-pretty-verdict-2\" data-recirculation-id=\"recirculation-card-2\" data-analytics-id=\"recirculation-pretty-verdict-2\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"recirculation-pretty-verdict-2\">\n                    Best road bikes 2026: Reviewed, rated, and ranked to help you out in the real world\n                <\/li>\n<li class=\"w-full mb-2 list-disc list-outside -indent-0.5\" id=\"recirculation-related-pretty-verdict-3\" data-recirculation-id=\"recirculation-card-3\" data-analytics-id=\"recirculation-pretty-verdict-3\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"recirculation-pretty-verdict-3\">\n                    Best lightweight bikes: Fast on the flat and fast uphill, we&#8217;ve tested the lightest road bikes\n                <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/aside>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"text-xs leading-5 mb-2 text-left py-2 md:px-4\" id=\"how-we-test\"><span class=\"font-bold text-primary-500\">You can trust Cyclingnews<\/p>\n<p><\/span><span>Our experts spend countless hours testing cycling tech and will always share honest, unbiased advice to help you choose. Find out more about how we test.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"article-body\" class=\"text-copy bodyCopy auto paywall-locker\">\n<div class=\"fancy-box\" id=\"elk-764d9840-8040-11f1-ad5d-3bbea63430dd\">\n<div class=\"fancy_box-title\">Tech specs<\/div>\n<div class=\"fancy_box_body\">\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Price:<\/strong> $3,900 \/ $1,580 frame. <\/li>\n<li><strong>Weight:<\/strong> 7.9kg out of the box inc mount<\/li>\n<li><strong>Sizes: <\/strong>XS-XXL<\/li>\n<li><strong>Groupset: <\/strong>Shimano 105 Di2<\/li>\n<li><strong>Wheels: <\/strong>Unaas Hard D50<\/li>\n<li><strong>Colours:<\/strong> Nine \/ \u2018Emerald lake\u2019 (pictured)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p id=\"elk-85368344-8040-11f1-a54f-dbcd3741fb96\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">Winspace has been making bikes since 2008, and despite being around for some time, only in the last several years has the brand\u2019s visibility risen in the western market, as more and more Chinese brands have gained a foothold, popularity and visibility.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">I\u2019ve been test riding the Winspace M6 since April. It&#8217;s one of the brand&#8217;s latest aero road bikes and sits alongside the T1550 and T1600 models.<\/p>\n<p id=\"elk-85368344-8040-11f1-a54f-dbcd3741fb96-2\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">The M6 is available in a few configurations; I&#8217;ve tested the 105 Di2 version, though it&#8217;s also available with 105 mechanical and Ultegra Di2 as well. It&#8217;s generated interest wherever I&#8217;ve taken it, far more than some of the best road bikes I\u2019ve ridden from more established brands.<\/p>\n<div class=\"my-6 w-full overflow-hidden rounded-[10px] lg:my-8\" data-component-name=\"JwPlayer:Carousel\" data-jwp-carousel data-jwp-carousel-payload=\"{&quot;ids&quot;:{&quot;playerID&quot;:&quot;jYDCcabO&quot;,&quot;searchPlaylistID&quot;:&quot;gwjdoYHD&quot;,&quot;divID&quot;:&quot;botr_gwjdoYHD_jYDCcabO_div&quot;,&quot;fallbackPlaylistID&quot;:&quot;gwjdoYHD&quot;,&quot;fallbackDivID&quot;:&quot;botr_gwjdoYHD_jYDCcabO_div&quot;,&quot;key&quot;:&quot;X9\/mXVGac0NphghLH9hZaqWA5d3dhAM\/Ih07grnEyMLjuO2E&quot;,&quot;tintLogo&quot;:true,&quot;useSearchPlaylist&quot;:false,&quot;enabled&quot;:true},&quot;signPostingEnabled&quot;:true,&quot;signPostingLinkEnabled&quot;:true,&quot;waitForAdLoad&quot;:false,&quot;hidePlayerOnDesktop&quot;:false,&quot;hidePlayerOnMobile&quot;:false,&quot;hidePlayerOnTablet&quot;:false}\">\n<div class=\"flex flex-nowrap items-center justify-between gap-3 bg-zinc-900 px-[14px] py-3\" data-jwp-carousel-header>\n<div class=\"flex min-w-0 shrink items-center\"><span class=\"inline-flex items-center gap-1.5 text-sm font-article-heading capitalize leading-5 text-white whitespace-nowrap\"><span class=\"jwp-carousel-title-desktop\">Latest Videos From<\/span><span class=\"jwp-carousel-brand inline-flex items-center\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/flexiimages\/gmvwmhupgi1715762145.svg\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"rounded-[var(--image--border-radius,0)] block h-[18px] w-auto shrink-0 brightness-0 invert\"><\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"aspect-video w-full min-h-[200px] lg:min-h-[330px] relative overflow-hidden bg-black\" data-jwp-carousel-container>\n<div class=\"absolute inset-0 size-full items-center justify-center bg-white\" data-jwp-carousel-fallback><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/flexiimages\/gmvwmhupgi1715762145.svg\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"rounded-[var(--image--border-radius,0)] max-h-12 w-auto\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"min-h-[44px] bg-zinc-900 px-[14px] py-3\" data-jwp-carousel-signposting><a class=\"invisible block truncate text-sm font-bold leading-5 text-white underline decoration-solid underline-offset-2\" data-jwp-carousel-signposting-link href target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-jwp-carousel-signposting-title>Watch full video here: <\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">As pictured, the bike I have been riding comes in at $3,900, making it a more attractive option than bikes from bike brands with similar specs that may cost a lot more or as an affordable yet capable platform to upgrade further down the line.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">I\u2019ve done all my road riding and training on it, and have used it for three road races. Here\u2019s how I got in.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"van-image-figure inline-layout kiosq-b\" data-bordeaux-image-check id=\"elk-b52febbe-803e-11f1-a91b-8d74198e0644\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n<div class=\"image-full-width-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"image-widthsetter\">\n<p class=\"vanilla-image-block\">\n<source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/J9cP4MFkWGbLYEBVVLKRQL-1200-80.jpg.webp 1200w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/J9cP4MFkWGbLYEBVVLKRQL-1024-80.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/J9cP4MFkWGbLYEBVVLKRQL-970-80.jpg.webp 970w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/J9cP4MFkWGbLYEBVVLKRQL-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/J9cP4MFkWGbLYEBVVLKRQL-480-80.jpg.webp 480w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/J9cP4MFkWGbLYEBVVLKRQL-320-80.jpg.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\" inline-layout\"><span class=\"caption-text\">The M6 in the spec you see here comes in at $3,900 <\/span><span class=\"credit\">(Image credit: Tom Wieckowski)<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 id=\"design-and-aesthetics-3\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">Design and aesthetics<\/h2>\n<div id=\"slice-container-imageGallery-BwUWuL7w5x78FAfg3dqcFa-Rl7hQ3Ca1jPj0T8C7qQ5TNCNB4qkBOFH\" class=\"slice-container imageGallery-wrapper imageGallery-BwUWuL7w5x78FAfg3dqcFa-Rl7hQ3Ca1jPj0T8C7qQ5TNCNB4qkBOFH slice-container-imageGallery\">\n<div data-hydrate=\"true\" class=\"inline-gallery first-slide-only\">\n<div class=\"inline-gallery__count\">Image 1 of 4<\/div>\n<div class=\"inline-gallery__items\">\n<div class=\"react-swipeable-view-container\">\n<div aria-hidden=\"false\" data-swipeable=\"true\">\n<div class=\"items__item\">\n<div class=\"item__image-cont\">\n<div class=\"image-cont__image\">\n<figure class=\"image-wrapped__wrapper\" data-bordeaux-image-check=\"false\">\n<div class=\"image-wrapped__widthsetter\">\n<div class=\"image-wrapped__aspect-padding\">\n<div><source class=\"image-wrapped__image image__image\" type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/26FTZ3Am6MScqdRWy7AJJL-320-80.jpg.webp 320w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/26FTZ3Am6MScqdRWy7AJJL-480-80.jpg.webp 480w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/26FTZ3Am6MScqdRWy7AJJL-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/26FTZ3Am6MScqdRWy7AJJL-970-80.jpg.webp 970w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/26FTZ3Am6MScqdRWy7AJJL-1024-80.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/26FTZ3Am6MScqdRWy7AJJL-1200-80.jpg.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" data-normal=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/26FTZ3Am6MScqdRWy7AJJL.jpg\" data-original-mos=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/26FTZ3Am6MScqdRWy7AJJL.jpg\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/26FTZ3Am6MScqdRWy7AJJL.jpg\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" data-slice-image=\"true\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"caption-credit__figcaption\"><span class=\"caption-credit__caption\">Winspace was founded in 2008<\/span><span class=\"caption-credit__credit\">(Image credit: Tom Wieckowski )<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div aria-hidden=\"true\" data-swipeable=\"true\">\n<div class=\"items__item\">\n<div class=\"item__image-cont\">\n<div class=\"image-cont__image\">\n<figure class=\"image-wrapped__wrapper\" data-bordeaux-image-check=\"false\">\n<div class=\"image-wrapped__widthsetter\">\n<div class=\"image-wrapped__aspect-padding\">\n<div><source class=\"image-wrapped__image image__image\" type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/2bKLPe8viPgQXjS3adeVCL-320-80.jpg.webp 320w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/2bKLPe8viPgQXjS3adeVCL-480-80.jpg.webp 480w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/2bKLPe8viPgQXjS3adeVCL-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/2bKLPe8viPgQXjS3adeVCL-970-80.jpg.webp 970w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/2bKLPe8viPgQXjS3adeVCL-1024-80.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/2bKLPe8viPgQXjS3adeVCL-1200-80.jpg.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" data-normal=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/2bKLPe8viPgQXjS3adeVCL.jpg\" data-original-mos=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/2bKLPe8viPgQXjS3adeVCL.jpg\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/2bKLPe8viPgQXjS3adeVCL.jpg\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" data-slice-image=\"true\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"caption-credit__figcaption\"><span class=\"caption-credit__caption\">Here&#8217;s that angular head tube from the front <\/span><span class=\"caption-credit__credit\">(Image credit: Tom Wieckowski )<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div aria-hidden=\"true\" data-swipeable=\"true\">\n<div class=\"items__item\">\n<div class=\"item__image-cont\">\n<div class=\"image-cont__image\">\n<figure class=\"image-wrapped__wrapper\" data-bordeaux-image-check=\"false\">\n<div class=\"image-wrapped__widthsetter\">\n<div class=\"image-wrapped__aspect-padding\">\n<div><source class=\"image-wrapped__image image__image\" type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/RqDFwyLPhVsRC6hpoEmUHL-320-80.jpg.webp 320w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/RqDFwyLPhVsRC6hpoEmUHL-480-80.jpg.webp 480w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/RqDFwyLPhVsRC6hpoEmUHL-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/RqDFwyLPhVsRC6hpoEmUHL-970-80.jpg.webp 970w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/RqDFwyLPhVsRC6hpoEmUHL-1024-80.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/RqDFwyLPhVsRC6hpoEmUHL-1200-80.jpg.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" data-normal=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/RqDFwyLPhVsRC6hpoEmUHL.jpg\" data-original-mos=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/RqDFwyLPhVsRC6hpoEmUHL.jpg\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/RqDFwyLPhVsRC6hpoEmUHL.jpg\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" data-slice-image=\"true\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"caption-credit__figcaption\"><span class=\"caption-credit__caption\">The headtube is fairly deep; note the transition from the fork crown into the down tube. <\/span><span class=\"caption-credit__credit\">(Image credit: Tom Wieckowski )<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div aria-hidden=\"true\" data-swipeable=\"true\">\n<div class=\"items__item\">\n<div class=\"item__image-cont\">\n<div class=\"image-cont__image\">\n<figure class=\"image-wrapped__wrapper\" data-bordeaux-image-check=\"false\">\n<div class=\"image-wrapped__widthsetter\">\n<div class=\"image-wrapped__aspect-padding\">\n<div><source class=\"image-wrapped__image image__image\" type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/6eq7fzwf8xVyeYRJY3rhBL-320-80.jpg.webp 320w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/6eq7fzwf8xVyeYRJY3rhBL-480-80.jpg.webp 480w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/6eq7fzwf8xVyeYRJY3rhBL-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/6eq7fzwf8xVyeYRJY3rhBL-970-80.jpg.webp 970w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/6eq7fzwf8xVyeYRJY3rhBL-1024-80.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/6eq7fzwf8xVyeYRJY3rhBL-1200-80.jpg.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" data-normal=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/6eq7fzwf8xVyeYRJY3rhBL.jpg\" data-original-mos=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/6eq7fzwf8xVyeYRJY3rhBL.jpg\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/6eq7fzwf8xVyeYRJY3rhBL.jpg\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" data-slice-image=\"true\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"caption-credit__figcaption\"><span class=\"caption-credit__caption\">The integrated computer mount is included with the bike and has a combo mount fitting underneath.<\/span><span class=\"caption-credit__credit\">(Image credit: Tom Wieckowski )<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p id=\"elk-8d7ffe7c-8040-11f1-ad4c-63f465c8a908\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">Winspace owns its own factory in China, which I believe allows for some of its competitive pricing. Spec-wise, the bike comes with a strong overall package that doesn\u2019t really have any gaping weaknesses.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">You can do quite a lot of customising when ordering on the Winspace website, and the brand uses a direct-to-consumer model supported by dealers in different regions. You can choose from one of nine colour options, and custom paint services are offered in at least the UK, with prices starting from \u00a3450.<\/p>\n<div id=\"slice-container-newsletterForm-articleInbodyContent-BwUWuL7w5x78FAfg3dqcFa\" class=\"slice-container newsletter-inbodyContent-slice newsletterForm-articleInbodyContent-BwUWuL7w5x78FAfg3dqcFa slice-container-newsletterForm\">\n<div data-hydrate=\"true\" class=\"newsletter-form__wrapper newsletter-form__wrapper--inbodyContent\">\n<div class=\"newsletter-form__container\">\n<section class=\"newsletter-form__top-bar\">\n<div class=\"newsletter-form__header\">Get The Leadout Newsletter<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"newsletter-form__main-section\">\n<p class=\"newsletter-form__strapline\">The latest race content, interviews, features, reviews and expert buying guides, direct to your inbox!<\/p>\n<footer class=\"newsletter-form__footer \">By submitting your information you agree to the Terms &amp; Conditions and Privacy Policy and are aged 16 or over.<\/footer>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">Two integrated handlebars are available: the Hyper bar, which is what came with my bike; I chose a 36cm\/105mm combo and loved it, or you can choose the Hyper 2 for $100 more, which to my mind looks a bit like the bar shape on the Colnago Y1Rs.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">The seatpost is an aero Winspace model, which has 15mm of layback in size M and upward, and is inline for the XS and S sizes, topped off with a Selle Italia Novus Boost Evo X-Cross Superflow, an XC MTB-specific saddle, but one which I have also found very comfortable, visually it also fits in well with the bike, and doesn&#8217;t look out of place.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">Handlebar width and stem length can be specified, as can crank length, and (to an extent) chainring size. It&#8217;s all very customisable, and you should be able to get close to the exact build combo you want. One thing to note is shipping times; you can currently expect a 30-45 day wait for your order to arrive.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">My bike came with the stock Unaas Hard D50 wheels with 28mm Continental Grand Prix tyres and tubes, but you can spend up to $1000 more by upgrading things on the wheel front.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">The groupset is the always solid Shimano 105 Di2, and it was solid as a rock. The bike comes with a 170mm 34-50T chainset, and I did swap in a 36-52T for a road race; for general riding it\u2019s absolutely fine, but if you&#8217;re racing and need some more speed in flat-out fast finishes or for a better chainline you may want to go bigger. There&#8217;s also no included power meter, a positive or negative depending on your opinion; PM crank arms for Shimano chainsets are relatively inexpensive though.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">One aftermarket part that caught my eye immediately as I wax each new test bike&#8217;s chain was the chain itself. Winspace spec&#8217;d a SUMC flat top model &#8211; a Chinese brand that I wasn\u2019t familiar with. I&#8217;m a stickler for running Shimano chains with Shimano groupsets, but I must say performance has been good from it. I can\u2019t say shifting performance was any different to a Shimano unit or poor in any way, and I was paying very close attention.<\/p>\n<div id=\"slice-container-imageGallery-BwUWuL7w5x78FAfg3dqcFa-8a4Uzi0WK32KbowfwJ3RWyJ5lCtDqS0B\" class=\"slice-container imageGallery-wrapper imageGallery-BwUWuL7w5x78FAfg3dqcFa-8a4Uzi0WK32KbowfwJ3RWyJ5lCtDqS0B slice-container-imageGallery\">\n<div data-hydrate=\"true\" class=\"inline-gallery first-slide-only\">\n<div class=\"inline-gallery__count\">Image 1 of 5<\/div>\n<div class=\"inline-gallery__items\">\n<div class=\"react-swipeable-view-container\">\n<div aria-hidden=\"false\" data-swipeable=\"true\">\n<div class=\"items__item\">\n<div class=\"item__image-cont\">\n<div class=\"image-cont__image\">\n<figure class=\"image-wrapped__wrapper\" data-bordeaux-image-check=\"false\">\n<div class=\"image-wrapped__widthsetter\">\n<div class=\"image-wrapped__aspect-padding\">\n<div><source class=\"image-wrapped__image image__image\" type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/J2krxUxp8ktddqaFr36eBL-320-80.jpg.webp 320w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/J2krxUxp8ktddqaFr36eBL-480-80.jpg.webp 480w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/J2krxUxp8ktddqaFr36eBL-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/J2krxUxp8ktddqaFr36eBL-970-80.jpg.webp 970w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/J2krxUxp8ktddqaFr36eBL-1024-80.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/J2krxUxp8ktddqaFr36eBL-1200-80.jpg.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" data-normal=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/J2krxUxp8ktddqaFr36eBL.jpg\" data-original-mos=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/J2krxUxp8ktddqaFr36eBL.jpg\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/J2krxUxp8ktddqaFr36eBL.jpg\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" data-slice-image=\"true\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"caption-credit__figcaption\"><span class=\"caption-credit__caption\">Those deep fork legs catch the eye; the drive side is also blind, meaning you can&#8217;t see the thru axle. <\/span><span class=\"caption-credit__credit\">(Image credit: Tom Wieckowski )<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div aria-hidden=\"true\" data-swipeable=\"true\">\n<div class=\"items__item\">\n<div class=\"item__image-cont\">\n<div class=\"image-cont__image\">\n<figure class=\"image-wrapped__wrapper\" data-bordeaux-image-check=\"false\">\n<div class=\"image-wrapped__widthsetter\">\n<div class=\"image-wrapped__aspect-padding\">\n<div><source class=\"image-wrapped__image image__image\" type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/oTymoaNNMxoqhzivQtdvyK-320-80.jpg.webp 320w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/oTymoaNNMxoqhzivQtdvyK-480-80.jpg.webp 480w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/oTymoaNNMxoqhzivQtdvyK-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/oTymoaNNMxoqhzivQtdvyK-970-80.jpg.webp 970w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/oTymoaNNMxoqhzivQtdvyK-1024-80.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/oTymoaNNMxoqhzivQtdvyK-1200-80.jpg.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" data-normal=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/oTymoaNNMxoqhzivQtdvyK.jpg\" data-original-mos=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/oTymoaNNMxoqhzivQtdvyK.jpg\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/oTymoaNNMxoqhzivQtdvyK.jpg\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" data-slice-image=\"true\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"caption-credit__figcaption\"><span class=\"caption-credit__caption\">There&#8217;s a chunky bottom bracket shell.<\/span><span class=\"caption-credit__credit\">(Image credit: Tom Wieckowski )<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div aria-hidden=\"true\" data-swipeable=\"true\">\n<div class=\"items__item\">\n<div class=\"item__image-cont\">\n<div class=\"image-cont__image\">\n<figure class=\"image-wrapped__wrapper\" data-bordeaux-image-check=\"false\">\n<div class=\"image-wrapped__widthsetter\">\n<div class=\"image-wrapped__aspect-padding\">\n<div><source class=\"image-wrapped__image image__image\" type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/tGC6eoG6NRGQmyLRk3kXyK-320-80.jpg.webp 320w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/tGC6eoG6NRGQmyLRk3kXyK-480-80.jpg.webp 480w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/tGC6eoG6NRGQmyLRk3kXyK-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/tGC6eoG6NRGQmyLRk3kXyK-970-80.jpg.webp 970w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/tGC6eoG6NRGQmyLRk3kXyK-1024-80.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/tGC6eoG6NRGQmyLRk3kXyK-1200-80.jpg.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" data-normal=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/tGC6eoG6NRGQmyLRk3kXyK.jpg\" data-original-mos=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/tGC6eoG6NRGQmyLRk3kXyK.jpg\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/tGC6eoG6NRGQmyLRk3kXyK.jpg\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" data-slice-image=\"true\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"caption-credit__figcaption\"><span class=\"caption-credit__caption\">The seatpost clamp tightens from underneath; spot the UCI sticker also.<\/span><span class=\"caption-credit__credit\">(Image credit: Tom Wieckowski )<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div aria-hidden=\"true\" data-swipeable=\"true\">\n<div class=\"items__item\">\n<div class=\"item__image-cont\">\n<div class=\"image-cont__image\">\n<figure class=\"image-wrapped__wrapper\" data-bordeaux-image-check=\"false\">\n<div class=\"image-wrapped__widthsetter\">\n<div class=\"image-wrapped__aspect-padding\">\n<div><source class=\"image-wrapped__image image__image\" type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/hFhwPVgRCNXiAxKWtsZvhK-320-80.jpg.webp 320w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/hFhwPVgRCNXiAxKWtsZvhK-480-80.jpg.webp 480w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/hFhwPVgRCNXiAxKWtsZvhK-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/hFhwPVgRCNXiAxKWtsZvhK-970-80.jpg.webp 970w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/hFhwPVgRCNXiAxKWtsZvhK-1024-80.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/hFhwPVgRCNXiAxKWtsZvhK-1200-80.jpg.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" data-normal=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/hFhwPVgRCNXiAxKWtsZvhK.jpg\" data-original-mos=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/hFhwPVgRCNXiAxKWtsZvhK.jpg\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/hFhwPVgRCNXiAxKWtsZvhK.jpg\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" data-slice-image=\"true\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"caption-credit__figcaption\"><span class=\"caption-credit__caption\">Angular, dropped seatstays<\/span><span class=\"caption-credit__credit\">(Image credit: Tom Wieckowski )<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div aria-hidden=\"true\" data-swipeable=\"true\">\n<div class=\"items__item\">\n<div class=\"item__image-cont\">\n<div class=\"image-cont__image\">\n<figure class=\"image-wrapped__wrapper\" data-bordeaux-image-check=\"false\">\n<div class=\"image-wrapped__widthsetter\">\n<div class=\"image-wrapped__aspect-padding\">\n<div><source class=\"image-wrapped__image image__image\" type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/7x82dqaEsZ73rap9fscPTJ-320-80.jpg.webp 320w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/7x82dqaEsZ73rap9fscPTJ-480-80.jpg.webp 480w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/7x82dqaEsZ73rap9fscPTJ-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/7x82dqaEsZ73rap9fscPTJ-970-80.jpg.webp 970w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/7x82dqaEsZ73rap9fscPTJ-1024-80.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/7x82dqaEsZ73rap9fscPTJ-1200-80.jpg.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" data-normal=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/7x82dqaEsZ73rap9fscPTJ.jpg\" data-original-mos=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/7x82dqaEsZ73rap9fscPTJ.jpg\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/7x82dqaEsZ73rap9fscPTJ.jpg\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" data-slice-image=\"true\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"caption-credit__figcaption\"><span class=\"caption-credit__caption\">It&#8217;s a familiar looking aero package overall.<\/span><span class=\"caption-credit__credit\">(Image credit: Tom Wieckowski )<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p id=\"elk-83767dce-8050-11f1-98ed-a33ffb437142\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">So, for the frame itself, the M6 is constructed from Toray T700\/T800 and M40\/60 carbon fibres. Various brands use Toray, so material-wise, the quality is there.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">The bottom bracket standard is T47, and my bike came fitted with a Token screw-together unit; the cranks span very well straight out of the box, but more on this further in.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">The frame is UDH-friendly and has 32mm tyre clearances; I&#8217;ve run it with 32mm Specialized Cotton TLR tyres comfortably at times.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">Winspace quotes 900 grams for an unpainted size M, and my bike came in at 7.9kg out of the box.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">The M6 is billed as an aero bike, and the frame is angular and many familiar aero shapes are there from the deep head tube, which tapers at the front (pictured below) to the seatstay junction area; perhaps the most eye-catching are the 68mm deep fork legs which flick backwards at the bottom.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">Aero-wise, the brand says the bike has been to the Fuji wind tunnel and this was preceded by CFD modelling. Compared to the brand&#8217;s C5 bike, Winspace claims an 8.9 watt drag reduction at 48km\/h, though that bike has an almost identical frame from what I can see. I don&#8217;t have any comparisons for the T1550 and T1600 models, though, which would be desirable.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">What we don&#8217;t have currently is any of our own wind tunnel data for the M6, but I would like to see how it fares against a range of current models.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"performance-3\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">Performance <\/h2>\n<figure class=\"van-image-figure inline-layout kiosq-b\" data-bordeaux-image-check id=\"elk-b52fec36-803e-11f1-a229-133e15d3b3e7\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n<div class=\"image-full-width-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"image-widthsetter\">\n<p class=\"vanilla-image-block\">\n<source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/4Ewp2gL5uZTCX55FSz5vhT-1200-80.jpg.webp 1200w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/4Ewp2gL5uZTCX55FSz5vhT-1024-80.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/4Ewp2gL5uZTCX55FSz5vhT-970-80.jpg.webp 970w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/4Ewp2gL5uZTCX55FSz5vhT-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/4Ewp2gL5uZTCX55FSz5vhT-480-80.jpg.webp 480w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/4Ewp2gL5uZTCX55FSz5vhT-320-80.jpg.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\" inline-layout\"><span class=\"caption-text\">Here&#8217;s the M6 at a road race with some 65mm DT Swiss wheels and quicker tyres. I&#8217;ve ridden it with the bars lowered a little, the same as you can see in the pic. <\/span><span class=\"credit\">(Image credit: Tom Wieckowski)<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"elk-0c3e1b70-8057-11f1-b84d-5f46632eb3a8\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">I&#8217;ve ridden the M6 for over 1000 miles, including using it in three road races, even taking a 5th place in the last one, to really test it in anger and have been highly impressed.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">As is often the case with the bikes I know are really going to fit me well, my laps around the block to scrub the brakes in told me a lot straight away, and I was able to find a great position on the M6 pretty much immediately.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">Position and fit will make or break things, regardless of the bike you are riding, so let&#8217;s look at the geometry first. I&#8217;m 176cm and have been riding a size M bike, which has the following key geometry figures (full table below):<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\"><strong>Stack: <\/strong>535mm<br \/><strong>Reach:<\/strong> 383mm<br \/><strong>Wheelbase:<\/strong> 980<br \/><strong>Trail:<\/strong> 63.1mm<br \/><strong>BB drop:<\/strong> 72mm<br \/><strong>Seat tube angle: <\/strong>74 degrees<br \/><strong>Head tube angle: <\/strong>72.2 degrees<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">The geometry results in a pretty user-friendly bike in my opinion; that 383mm reach number is the same or within a millimetre or two of bikes like the Cervelo Soloist, Specialised Aethos, Ridley Grifn RS and Ribble Ultra Race, all bikes I have ridden and been very comfortable on. In short, it isn&#8217;t super aggressive, and a range of riders should be able to get comfortable, and if you do need a longer stem, it&#8217;s only going to make the bike look mean.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">I was very comfortable, but could still achieve a low, aero position on the hoods. Stack-wise, the bike is a touch more aggressive; I rode it with 20mm of spacers.<\/p>\n<div id=\"slice-container-imageGallery-BwUWuL7w5x78FAfg3dqcFa-DssQ81SdK4jQktDnnG3gwkdDN8Mkf2c6\" class=\"slice-container imageGallery-wrapper imageGallery-BwUWuL7w5x78FAfg3dqcFa-DssQ81SdK4jQktDnnG3gwkdDN8Mkf2c6 slice-container-imageGallery\">\n<div data-hydrate=\"true\" class=\"inline-gallery first-slide-only\">\n<div class=\"inline-gallery__count\">Image 1 of 4<\/div>\n<div class=\"inline-gallery__items\">\n<div class=\"react-swipeable-view-container\">\n<div aria-hidden=\"false\" data-swipeable=\"true\">\n<div class=\"items__item\">\n<div class=\"item__image-cont\">\n<div class=\"image-cont__image\">\n<figure class=\"image-wrapped__wrapper\" data-bordeaux-image-check=\"false\">\n<div class=\"image-wrapped__widthsetter\">\n<div class=\"image-wrapped__aspect-padding\">\n<div><source class=\"image-wrapped__image image__image\" type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/w6GYtct6u5Nz9X8Czpa5FL-320-80.jpg.webp 320w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/w6GYtct6u5Nz9X8Czpa5FL-480-80.jpg.webp 480w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/w6GYtct6u5Nz9X8Czpa5FL-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/w6GYtct6u5Nz9X8Czpa5FL-970-80.jpg.webp 970w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/w6GYtct6u5Nz9X8Czpa5FL-1024-80.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/w6GYtct6u5Nz9X8Czpa5FL-1200-80.jpg.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" data-normal=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/w6GYtct6u5Nz9X8Czpa5FL.jpg\" data-original-mos=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/w6GYtct6u5Nz9X8Czpa5FL.jpg\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/w6GYtct6u5Nz9X8Czpa5FL.jpg\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" data-slice-image=\"true\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"caption-credit__figcaption\"><span class=\"caption-credit__caption\">The wheel and tyre combo has felt good for me; overall, it&#8217;s a nippy-feeling package that didn&#8217;t leave me wanting to upgrade immediately like some lower-spec options. These are decent wheels. <\/span><span class=\"caption-credit__credit\">(Image credit: Tom Wieckowski )<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div aria-hidden=\"true\" data-swipeable=\"true\">\n<div class=\"items__item\">\n<div class=\"item__image-cont\">\n<div class=\"image-cont__image\">\n<figure class=\"image-wrapped__wrapper\" data-bordeaux-image-check=\"false\">\n<div class=\"image-wrapped__widthsetter\">\n<div class=\"image-wrapped__aspect-padding\">\n<div><source class=\"image-wrapped__image image__image\" type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/fxgsNiXaDWXVFGh78oWtxK-320-80.jpg.webp 320w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/fxgsNiXaDWXVFGh78oWtxK-480-80.jpg.webp 480w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/fxgsNiXaDWXVFGh78oWtxK-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/fxgsNiXaDWXVFGh78oWtxK-970-80.jpg.webp 970w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/fxgsNiXaDWXVFGh78oWtxK-1024-80.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/fxgsNiXaDWXVFGh78oWtxK-1200-80.jpg.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" data-normal=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/fxgsNiXaDWXVFGh78oWtxK.jpg\" data-original-mos=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/fxgsNiXaDWXVFGh78oWtxK.jpg\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/fxgsNiXaDWXVFGh78oWtxK.jpg\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" data-slice-image=\"true\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"caption-credit__figcaption\"><span class=\"caption-credit__caption\">The 28mm Grand Prix TR tyres are a good choice for balancing cost; they feel nippy enough and have the Continental BlackChilli compound like more expensive offerings.<\/span><span class=\"caption-credit__credit\">(Image credit: Tom Wieckowski )<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div aria-hidden=\"true\" data-swipeable=\"true\">\n<div class=\"items__item\">\n<div class=\"item__image-cont\">\n<div class=\"image-cont__image\">\n<figure class=\"image-wrapped__wrapper\" data-bordeaux-image-check=\"false\">\n<div class=\"image-wrapped__widthsetter\">\n<div class=\"image-wrapped__aspect-padding\">\n<div><source class=\"image-wrapped__image image__image\" type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/HJeFC6uv62vaCNztbZgWrK-320-80.jpg.webp 320w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/HJeFC6uv62vaCNztbZgWrK-480-80.jpg.webp 480w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/HJeFC6uv62vaCNztbZgWrK-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/HJeFC6uv62vaCNztbZgWrK-970-80.jpg.webp 970w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/HJeFC6uv62vaCNztbZgWrK-1024-80.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/HJeFC6uv62vaCNztbZgWrK-1200-80.jpg.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" data-normal=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/HJeFC6uv62vaCNztbZgWrK.jpg\" data-original-mos=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/HJeFC6uv62vaCNztbZgWrK.jpg\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/HJeFC6uv62vaCNztbZgWrK.jpg\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" data-slice-image=\"true\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"caption-credit__figcaption\"><span class=\"caption-credit__caption\">The Unaas hubs felt very smooth to me; they use a three-pawl freehub, which is easy to clean.<\/span><span class=\"caption-credit__credit\">(Image credit: Tom Wieckowski )<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div aria-hidden=\"true\" data-swipeable=\"true\">\n<div class=\"items__item\">\n<div class=\"item__image-cont\">\n<div class=\"image-cont__image\">\n<figure class=\"image-wrapped__wrapper\" data-bordeaux-image-check=\"false\">\n<div class=\"image-wrapped__widthsetter\">\n<div class=\"image-wrapped__aspect-padding\">\n<div><source class=\"image-wrapped__image image__image\" type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/G9Sv5Hb8msjrvu7P7kEfQ6-320-80.jpg.webp 320w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/G9Sv5Hb8msjrvu7P7kEfQ6-480-80.jpg.webp 480w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/G9Sv5Hb8msjrvu7P7kEfQ6-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/G9Sv5Hb8msjrvu7P7kEfQ6-970-80.jpg.webp 970w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/G9Sv5Hb8msjrvu7P7kEfQ6-1024-80.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/G9Sv5Hb8msjrvu7P7kEfQ6-1200-80.jpg.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" data-normal=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/G9Sv5Hb8msjrvu7P7kEfQ6.jpg\" data-original-mos=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/G9Sv5Hb8msjrvu7P7kEfQ6.jpg\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/G9Sv5Hb8msjrvu7P7kEfQ6.jpg\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" data-slice-image=\"true\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"caption-credit__figcaption\"><span class=\"caption-credit__caption\">Here&#8217;s the full geo chart.<\/span><span class=\"caption-credit__credit\">(Image credit: Winspace)<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p id=\"elk-a88e5dc6-8059-11f1-b60f-3bebeb5d567c\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">In use, there is little for me to fault when it comes to the M6; it has performed excellently across the board.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">I&#8217;ve loved the handling; it&#8217;s sharp, exciting and precise. I&#8217;ve felt completely confident on the bike, and descending and cornering under pressure in races has provided another solid testing ground.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">The Hyper bar has helped in this department; I really like what it brings to the table. It feels very stiff, though I am a lighter rider, and the shape and ergonomics really help you put the bike where you want it. Also, in its 36cm size it falls within the UCI handlebar width rules, as long as your shifters aren&#8217;t at a crazy angle, so racers will be ok on that front.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">I&#8217;ve ridden the bike with three different wheelsets and a range of tyres, from 28s, 29s and 32s; the bike has felt comfortable with all of them. It&#8217;s a racy bike, engaging and snappy, but it hasn&#8217;t beaten me up, and 30 or 32mm tyres will do a lot there. One thing I did notice was that acceleration was improved at low speed with a lighter wheelset, specifically some Roval Rapide CLX III&#8217;s I&#8217;m testing.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">The Stock Unaas wheelset weighs in at a claimed 1609 grams, with a 21mm internal width, Pillar steel spokes, cartridge bearing hubs and a three-pawl freehub. The hubs feel buttery smooth, and combined with the 28mm Conti Grand Prix tyres and tubes, the wheels feel nippy enough and smooth. There&#8217;s nothing wrong with them, and they have felt livelier than other budget wheels I have used.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">I&#8217;ve tried the bike with premium wheelsets from Roval and DT Swiss, and an upgrade in wheels and tyres only unlocks more performance. At speed on flat and rolling terrain it feels really quick.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">I&#8217;ve done all sorts of efforts and training sessions on the bike, and sprinted flat out on it; it feels very good when accelerating and riding out of the saddle, and the ride quality is there.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">Does it feel quite as stiff and direct as something like a Canyon Aeroad CFR when you are really stamping on the pedals? Not quite, but it&#8217;s not a million miles off and for a bike at this price point, it&#8217;s meant as a compliment.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">I could do everything on this bike; its 7.9kg weight isn&#8217;t too bad. Of course, we all want a lighter bike, but for a 105-spec aero machine, it&#8217;s not bad in my opinion; it would be easy enough to start dropping some weight, and the M6 itself certainly doesn&#8217;t feel sluggish.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">I&#8217;ve had no mechanical issues with the bike of any kind, and the quality and paint finishing all seem very good.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"van-image-figure inline-layout kiosq-b\" data-bordeaux-image-check id=\"elk-3aa9e740-80f8-11f1-b6b8-b5b2da38a6e1\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n<div class=\"image-full-width-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"image-widthsetter\">\n<p class=\"vanilla-image-block\">\n<source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/uGQnwEY7jX677nkCCDAtAL-1200-80.jpg.webp 1200w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/uGQnwEY7jX677nkCCDAtAL-1024-80.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/uGQnwEY7jX677nkCCDAtAL-970-80.jpg.webp 970w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/uGQnwEY7jX677nkCCDAtAL-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/uGQnwEY7jX677nkCCDAtAL-480-80.jpg.webp 480w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/uGQnwEY7jX677nkCCDAtAL-320-80.jpg.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\" inline-layout\"><span class=\"caption-text\">The cranks spin very well, but i&#8217;ve run into one bottom bracket niggle. <\/span><span class=\"credit\">(Image credit: Tom Wieckowski)<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 id=\"maintenance-and-servicing-3\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">Maintenance and servicing <\/h2>\n<p id=\"elk-9c7e0e0a-8054-11f1-9855-5500c5cc9929\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">A single issue has raised its head so far, and that relates to the bottom bracket. When I first removed the chain to wax it, I was highly impressed with the way the cranks span; it was probably the best spin test I&#8217;ve seen in a test bike.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">Fast forward a few months, and the cranks still spin very well, but the bearings are sounding a bit blown out and rumbly.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">I&#8217;m light and easy on equipment; I&#8217;m also light on the bike washing. I removed the cranks for an inspection, and the right BB bearing feels rougher than the left one. Not terrible, but there&#8217;s some roughness there which I wouldn&#8217;t expect after less than six months of use.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">A bearing upgrade may help; I can&#8217;t vouch for the quality of the stock &#8216;Takino&#8217; branded bearings, but if that failed, perhaps a deeper look at things would be needed.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">Elsewhere, it&#8217;s a similar story for a bike like this: minimise front-end blasting to protect your headset bearings; though you can access them for regreasing, the bottom bracket is threaded, you just need the correct Token bb tool, and keep everything as clean and as well greased as you can. I can&#8217;t say there are any specific points to mention.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"van-image-figure inline-layout kiosq-b\" data-bordeaux-image-check id=\"elk-a1ad305a-80f8-11f1-b532-57106d3cabc6\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n<div class=\"image-full-width-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"image-widthsetter\">\n<p class=\"vanilla-image-block\">\n<source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/KwY8qHgt2ezAu98GHk5BAK-1200-80.jpg.webp 1200w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/KwY8qHgt2ezAu98GHk5BAK-1024-80.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/KwY8qHgt2ezAu98GHk5BAK-970-80.jpg.webp 970w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/KwY8qHgt2ezAu98GHk5BAK-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/KwY8qHgt2ezAu98GHk5BAK-480-80.jpg.webp 480w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/KwY8qHgt2ezAu98GHk5BAK-320-80.jpg.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\" inline-layout\"><span class=\"caption-text\">The computer mount is included, as is a fixed go-pro \/ light combo mount underneath. <\/span><span class=\"credit\">(Image credit: Tom Wieckowski)<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 id=\"value-3\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">Value <\/h2>\n<p id=\"elk-9c7e0e82-8054-11f1-81e8-7f959b647e04\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">As mentioned $3,900 or \u00a33,460 is our price tag here for the M6 with Hyper bar and 105 Di2.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">The bike comes pretty much assembled, and you get the integrated out-front computer mount included. The bike also comes with a neat foam-lined cardboard box with spares, spacers, a light mount for the combo computer mount, and a Shimano Di2 charger cable.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">How does it measure up to the competition from bigger name brands? Let&#8217;s look at Canyon, with it&#8217;s often hard to beat direct to consumer pricing.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">A base-spec Canyon Aeroad CF SLX 7 starts at $4,999 or \u00a34,499; that bike also has 105 Di2 with a power meter, and 65 mm DT Swiss ARC 1600 carbon wheels with Continental Grand Prix 5000 S TR tyres. It&#8217;s about $1000 more, with a bigger spec, but you can&#8217;t specify stem length, and you will need to purchase the computer mount separately. A Specialized Tarmac SL8 Comp with 105 Di2 and alloy wheels comes in at $4,699 or \u00a33,599; that&#8217;s without a PM and with a two-piece bar.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">I&#8217;ve discussed the excellent performance, but putting that aside, I think a key part of the Winspace value proposition is the range of customisation options on offer. You can spec a heck of a lot straight off the bat, and I see notes on the UK website, for example, on communicating cassette and power meter preferences. For less than a lot of bikes, you can choose a lot of the spec to suit from the off, which could save a lot of money and time further down the line.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"van-image-figure inline-layout kiosq-b\" data-bordeaux-image-check id=\"elk-965cc77e-80fd-11f1-839f-19e01e8f3fb9\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n<div class=\"image-full-width-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"image-widthsetter\">\n<p class=\"vanilla-image-block\">\n<source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/J9cP4MFkWGbLYEBVVLKRQL-1200-80.jpg.webp 1200w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/J9cP4MFkWGbLYEBVVLKRQL-1024-80.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/J9cP4MFkWGbLYEBVVLKRQL-970-80.jpg.webp 970w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/J9cP4MFkWGbLYEBVVLKRQL-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/J9cP4MFkWGbLYEBVVLKRQL-480-80.jpg.webp 480w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/J9cP4MFkWGbLYEBVVLKRQL-320-80.jpg.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\" inline-layout\"><span class=\"caption-text\">I feel comfortable saying i&#8217;ve developed something of a soft spot for the M6, we&#8217;ve shared a lot of road together. <\/span><span class=\"credit\">(Image credit: Tom Wieckowski)<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 id=\"verdict-3\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">Verdict <\/h2>\n<p id=\"elk-9c7e0ee6-8054-11f1-abbf-ad6fffc7841c\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">Winspace has put together an excellent all-round road bike in the M6. It&#8217;s a bike that performs very well everywhere. The handling is excellent, and is further boosted by the very good Hyper bar. The ride quality is good, exciting and engaging, and the bike is comfortable to ride; this will only be boosted by larger, tubeless tyres if you want to go that way with it.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">I&#8217;d like it to feel even more direct when really putting the power down out of the saddle on steep climbs, but that&#8217;s a finer point; it really has impressed me across the board.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">It sits at a competitive price point, and you can customise an awful lot at point of sale; I think it also provides a good base to upgrade from in the future, or as a competitive frameset to build up into a race bike, etc.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">Check the geo, and if it&#8217;s right for you, I promise you will not be disappointed in the M6.<\/p>\n<div id=\"slice-container-table-BwUWuL7w5x78FAfg3dqcFa-uXrb8bVss3681Yl9Fdo57H68Hqnk5tif\" class=\"slice-container table-wrapper table-BwUWuL7w5x78FAfg3dqcFa-uXrb8bVss3681Yl9Fdo57H68Hqnk5tif slice-container-table\">\n<div class=\"table__instruction\">Swipe to scroll horizontally<\/div>\n<div class=\"table__container\">\n<table class=\"table__wrapper table__wrapper--inbodyContent table__wrapper--sticky table__wrapper--divider\">\n<tbody class=\"table__body\">\n<tr class=\"table__body__row\">\n<td class=\"table_body__data\" colspan=\"1\">\n<p>Design and aesthetics<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"table_body__data\" colspan=\"1\">\n<p>The frame, bar and seatpost produce an agressive and attractive looking bike. The very deep fork legs may be slightly polarising, but I think it all works well. Plenty of colours to choose from, and no design choices that leave me scratching my head.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"table_body__data\" colspan=\"1\">\n<p>8\/10<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"table__body__row\">\n<td class=\"table_body__data\" colspan=\"1\">\n<p>Build<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"table_body__data\" colspan=\"1\">\n<p>Strong without any glaring gaps, 105 di2 is rock solid, and the Unaas wheels have impressed me despite being a less exciting, lower end option. The Hyper handlebar is also excellent in my opinion. You can customise a lot if you want something different. <\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"table_body__data\" colspan=\"1\">\n<p>9\/10<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"table__body__row\">\n<td class=\"table_body__data\" colspan=\"1\">\n<p>Performance<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"table_body__data\" colspan=\"1\">\n<p>Excellent across the board, feels great when up to speed, great handling and responds well to accelerations and flat out sprints. I&#8217;d just like a bit more stiffness when really hitting it out of the saddle. BB wear issue to be confirmed. <\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"table_body__data\" colspan=\"1\">\n<p>9\/10<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"table__body__row\">\n<td class=\"table_body__data\" colspan=\"1\">\n<p>Weight<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"table_body__data\" colspan=\"1\">\n<p>A similar weight to bikes like the Cannondale Synape Carbon 2 and the  Cervelo S5 at 7.9kg, not a featherlight, but I think it&#8217;s pretty competive for the spec, and could easily be made much lighter, it also doesn&#8217;t feel sluggish in any way. <\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"table_body__data\" colspan=\"1\">\n<p>8\/10<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"table__body__row\">\n<td class=\"table_body__data\" colspan=\"1\">\n<p>Value<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"table_body__data\" colspan=\"1\">\n<p>For the money, I would say very good. 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It&#8217;s one of the brand&#8217;s latest aero road bikes and sits alongside the T1550 and T1600 models.<\/p>\n<p id=\"elk-85368344-8040-11f1-a54f-dbcd3741fb96-2\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">The M6 is available in a few configurations; I&#8217;ve tested the 105 Di2 version, though it&#8217;s also available with 105 mechanical and Ultegra Di2 as well. It&#8217;s generated interest wherever I&#8217;ve taken it, far more than some of the best road bikes I\u2019ve ridden from more established brands.<\/p>\n<div class=\"my-6 w-full overflow-hidden rounded-[10px] lg:my-8\" data-component-name=\"JwPlayer:Carousel\" data-jwp-carousel data-jwp-carousel-payload=\"{&quot;ids&quot;:{&quot;playerID&quot;:&quot;jYDCcabO&quot;,&quot;searchPlaylistID&quot;:&quot;gwjdoYHD&quot;,&quot;divID&quot;:&quot;botr_gwjdoYHD_jYDCcabO_div&quot;,&quot;fallbackPlaylistID&quot;:&quot;gwjdoYHD&quot;,&quot;fallbackDivID&quot;:&quot;botr_gwjdoYHD_jYDCcabO_div&quot;,&quot;key&quot;:&quot;X9\/mXVGac0NphghLH9hZaqWA5d3dhAM\/Ih07grnEyMLjuO2E&quot;,&quot;tintLogo&quot;:true,&quot;useSearchPlaylist&quot;:false,&quot;enabled&quot;:true},&quot;signPostingEnabled&quot;:true,&quot;signPostingLinkEnabled&quot;:true,&quot;waitForAdLoad&quot;:false,&quot;hidePlayerOnDesktop&quot;:false,&quot;hidePlayerOnMobile&quot;:false,&quot;hidePlayerOnTablet&quot;:false}\">\n<div class=\"flex flex-nowrap items-center justify-between gap-3 bg-zinc-900 px-[14px] py-3\" data-jwp-carousel-header>\n<div class=\"flex min-w-0 shrink items-center\"><span class=\"inline-flex items-center gap-1.5 text-sm font-article-heading capitalize leading-5 text-white whitespace-nowrap\"><span class=\"jwp-carousel-title-desktop\">Latest Videos From<\/span><span class=\"jwp-carousel-brand inline-flex items-center\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/flexiimages\/gmvwmhupgi1715762145.svg\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"rounded-[var(--image--border-radius,0)] block h-[18px] w-auto shrink-0 brightness-0 invert\"><\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"aspect-video w-full min-h-[200px] lg:min-h-[330px] relative overflow-hidden bg-black\" data-jwp-carousel-container>\n<div class=\"absolute inset-0 size-full items-center justify-center bg-white\" data-jwp-carousel-fallback><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/flexiimages\/gmvwmhupgi1715762145.svg\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"rounded-[var(--image--border-radius,0)] max-h-12 w-auto\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"min-h-[44px] bg-zinc-900 px-[14px] py-3\" data-jwp-carousel-signposting><a class=\"invisible block truncate text-sm font-bold leading-5 text-white underline decoration-solid underline-offset-2\" data-jwp-carousel-signposting-link href target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-jwp-carousel-signposting-title>Watch full video here: <\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">As pictured, the bike I have been riding comes in at $3,900, making it a more attractive option than bikes from bike brands with similar specs that may cost a lot more or as an affordable yet capable platform to upgrade further down the line.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">I\u2019ve done all my road riding and training on it, and have used it for three road races. Here\u2019s how I got in.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"van-image-figure inline-layout kiosq-b\" data-bordeaux-image-check id=\"elk-b52febbe-803e-11f1-a91b-8d74198e0644\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n<div class=\"image-full-width-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"image-widthsetter\">\n<p class=\"vanilla-image-block\">\n<source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/J9cP4MFkWGbLYEBVVLKRQL-1200-80.jpg.webp 1200w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/J9cP4MFkWGbLYEBVVLKRQL-1024-80.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/J9cP4MFkWGbLYEBVVLKRQL-970-80.jpg.webp 970w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/J9cP4MFkWGbLYEBVVLKRQL-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/J9cP4MFkWGbLYEBVVLKRQL-480-80.jpg.webp 480w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/J9cP4MFkWGbLYEBVVLKRQL-320-80.jpg.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\" inline-layout\"><span class=\"caption-text\">The M6 in the spec you see here comes in at $3,900 <\/span><span class=\"credit\">(Image credit: Tom Wieckowski)<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 id=\"design-and-aesthetics-3\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">Design and aesthetics<\/h2>\n<div id=\"slice-container-imageGallery-BwUWuL7w5x78FAfg3dqcFa-Rl7hQ3Ca1jPj0T8C7qQ5TNCNB4qkBOFH\" class=\"slice-container imageGallery-wrapper imageGallery-BwUWuL7w5x78FAfg3dqcFa-Rl7hQ3Ca1jPj0T8C7qQ5TNCNB4qkBOFH slice-container-imageGallery\">\n<div data-hydrate=\"true\" class=\"inline-gallery first-slide-only\">\n<div class=\"inline-gallery__count\">Image 1 of 4<\/div>\n<div class=\"inline-gallery__items\">\n<div class=\"react-swipeable-view-container\">\n<div aria-hidden=\"false\" data-swipeable=\"true\">\n<div class=\"items__item\">\n<div class=\"item__image-cont\">\n<div class=\"image-cont__image\">\n<figure class=\"image-wrapped__wrapper\" data-bordeaux-image-check=\"false\">\n<div class=\"image-wrapped__widthsetter\">\n<div class=\"image-wrapped__aspect-padding\">\n<div><source class=\"image-wrapped__image image__image\" type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/26FTZ3Am6MScqdRWy7AJJL-320-80.jpg.webp 320w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/26FTZ3Am6MScqdRWy7AJJL-480-80.jpg.webp 480w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/26FTZ3Am6MScqdRWy7AJJL-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/26FTZ3Am6MScqdRWy7AJJL-970-80.jpg.webp 970w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/26FTZ3Am6MScqdRWy7AJJL-1024-80.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/26FTZ3Am6MScqdRWy7AJJL-1200-80.jpg.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" data-normal=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/26FTZ3Am6MScqdRWy7AJJL.jpg\" data-original-mos=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/26FTZ3Am6MScqdRWy7AJJL.jpg\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/26FTZ3Am6MScqdRWy7AJJL.jpg\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" data-slice-image=\"true\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"caption-credit__figcaption\"><span class=\"caption-credit__caption\">Winspace was founded in 2008<\/span><span class=\"caption-credit__credit\">(Image credit: Tom Wieckowski )<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div aria-hidden=\"true\" data-swipeable=\"true\">\n<div class=\"items__item\">\n<div class=\"item__image-cont\">\n<div class=\"image-cont__image\">\n<figure class=\"image-wrapped__wrapper\" data-bordeaux-image-check=\"false\">\n<div class=\"image-wrapped__widthsetter\">\n<div class=\"image-wrapped__aspect-padding\">\n<div><source class=\"image-wrapped__image image__image\" type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/2bKLPe8viPgQXjS3adeVCL-320-80.jpg.webp 320w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/2bKLPe8viPgQXjS3adeVCL-480-80.jpg.webp 480w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/2bKLPe8viPgQXjS3adeVCL-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/2bKLPe8viPgQXjS3adeVCL-970-80.jpg.webp 970w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/2bKLPe8viPgQXjS3adeVCL-1024-80.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/2bKLPe8viPgQXjS3adeVCL-1200-80.jpg.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" data-normal=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/2bKLPe8viPgQXjS3adeVCL.jpg\" data-original-mos=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/2bKLPe8viPgQXjS3adeVCL.jpg\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/2bKLPe8viPgQXjS3adeVCL.jpg\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" data-slice-image=\"true\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"caption-credit__figcaption\"><span class=\"caption-credit__caption\">Here&#8217;s that angular head tube from the front <\/span><span class=\"caption-credit__credit\">(Image credit: Tom Wieckowski )<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div aria-hidden=\"true\" data-swipeable=\"true\">\n<div class=\"items__item\">\n<div class=\"item__image-cont\">\n<div class=\"image-cont__image\">\n<figure class=\"image-wrapped__wrapper\" data-bordeaux-image-check=\"false\">\n<div class=\"image-wrapped__widthsetter\">\n<div class=\"image-wrapped__aspect-padding\">\n<div><source class=\"image-wrapped__image image__image\" type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/RqDFwyLPhVsRC6hpoEmUHL-320-80.jpg.webp 320w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/RqDFwyLPhVsRC6hpoEmUHL-480-80.jpg.webp 480w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/RqDFwyLPhVsRC6hpoEmUHL-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/RqDFwyLPhVsRC6hpoEmUHL-970-80.jpg.webp 970w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/RqDFwyLPhVsRC6hpoEmUHL-1024-80.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/RqDFwyLPhVsRC6hpoEmUHL-1200-80.jpg.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" data-normal=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/RqDFwyLPhVsRC6hpoEmUHL.jpg\" data-original-mos=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/RqDFwyLPhVsRC6hpoEmUHL.jpg\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/RqDFwyLPhVsRC6hpoEmUHL.jpg\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" data-slice-image=\"true\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"caption-credit__figcaption\"><span class=\"caption-credit__caption\">The headtube is fairly deep; note the transition from the fork crown into the down tube. <\/span><span class=\"caption-credit__credit\">(Image credit: Tom Wieckowski )<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div aria-hidden=\"true\" data-swipeable=\"true\">\n<div class=\"items__item\">\n<div class=\"item__image-cont\">\n<div class=\"image-cont__image\">\n<figure class=\"image-wrapped__wrapper\" data-bordeaux-image-check=\"false\">\n<div class=\"image-wrapped__widthsetter\">\n<div class=\"image-wrapped__aspect-padding\">\n<div><source class=\"image-wrapped__image image__image\" type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/6eq7fzwf8xVyeYRJY3rhBL-320-80.jpg.webp 320w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/6eq7fzwf8xVyeYRJY3rhBL-480-80.jpg.webp 480w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/6eq7fzwf8xVyeYRJY3rhBL-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/6eq7fzwf8xVyeYRJY3rhBL-970-80.jpg.webp 970w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/6eq7fzwf8xVyeYRJY3rhBL-1024-80.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/6eq7fzwf8xVyeYRJY3rhBL-1200-80.jpg.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" data-normal=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/6eq7fzwf8xVyeYRJY3rhBL.jpg\" data-original-mos=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/6eq7fzwf8xVyeYRJY3rhBL.jpg\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/6eq7fzwf8xVyeYRJY3rhBL.jpg\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" data-slice-image=\"true\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"caption-credit__figcaption\"><span class=\"caption-credit__caption\">The integrated computer mount is included with the bike and has a combo mount fitting underneath.<\/span><span class=\"caption-credit__credit\">(Image credit: Tom Wieckowski )<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p id=\"elk-8d7ffe7c-8040-11f1-ad4c-63f465c8a908\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">Winspace owns its own factory in China, which I believe allows for some of its competitive pricing. Spec-wise, the bike comes with a strong overall package that doesn\u2019t really have any gaping weaknesses.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">You can do quite a lot of customising when ordering on the Winspace website, and the brand uses a direct-to-consumer model supported by dealers in different regions. You can choose from one of nine colour options, and custom paint services are offered in at least the UK, with prices starting from \u00a3450.<\/p>\n<div id=\"slice-container-newsletterForm-articleInbodyContent-BwUWuL7w5x78FAfg3dqcFa\" class=\"slice-container newsletter-inbodyContent-slice newsletterForm-articleInbodyContent-BwUWuL7w5x78FAfg3dqcFa slice-container-newsletterForm\">\n<div data-hydrate=\"true\" class=\"newsletter-form__wrapper newsletter-form__wrapper--inbodyContent\">\n<div class=\"newsletter-form__container\">\n<section class=\"newsletter-form__top-bar\">\n<div class=\"newsletter-form__header\">Get The Leadout Newsletter<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"newsletter-form__main-section\">\n<p class=\"newsletter-form__strapline\">The latest race content, interviews, features, reviews and expert buying guides, direct to your inbox!<\/p>\n<footer class=\"newsletter-form__footer \">By submitting your information you agree to the Terms &amp; Conditions and Privacy Policy and are aged 16 or over.<\/footer>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">Two integrated handlebars are available: the Hyper bar, which is what came with my bike; I chose a 36cm\/105mm combo and loved it, or you can choose the Hyper 2 for $100 more, which to my mind looks a bit like the bar shape on the Colnago Y1Rs.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">The seatpost is an aero Winspace model, which has 15mm of layback in size M and upward, and is inline for the XS and S sizes, topped off with a Selle Italia Novus Boost Evo X-Cross Superflow, an XC MTB-specific saddle, but one which I have also found very comfortable, visually it also fits in well with the bike, and doesn&#8217;t look out of place.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">Handlebar width and stem length can be specified, as can crank length, and (to an extent) chainring size. It&#8217;s all very customisable, and you should be able to get close to the exact build combo you want. One thing to note is shipping times; you can currently expect a 30-45 day wait for your order to arrive.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">My bike came with the stock Unaas Hard D50 wheels with 28mm Continental Grand Prix tyres and tubes, but you can spend up to $1000 more by upgrading things on the wheel front.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">The groupset is the always solid Shimano 105 Di2, and it was solid as a rock. The bike comes with a 170mm 34-50T chainset, and I did swap in a 36-52T for a road race; for general riding it\u2019s absolutely fine, but if you&#8217;re racing and need some more speed in flat-out fast finishes or for a better chainline you may want to go bigger. There&#8217;s also no included power meter, a positive or negative depending on your opinion; PM crank arms for Shimano chainsets are relatively inexpensive though.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">One aftermarket part that caught my eye immediately as I wax each new test bike&#8217;s chain was the chain itself. Winspace spec&#8217;d a SUMC flat top model &#8211; a Chinese brand that I wasn\u2019t familiar with. I&#8217;m a stickler for running Shimano chains with Shimano groupsets, but I must say performance has been good from it. I can\u2019t say shifting performance was any different to a Shimano unit or poor in any way, and I was paying very close attention.<\/p>\n<div id=\"slice-container-imageGallery-BwUWuL7w5x78FAfg3dqcFa-8a4Uzi0WK32KbowfwJ3RWyJ5lCtDqS0B\" class=\"slice-container imageGallery-wrapper imageGallery-BwUWuL7w5x78FAfg3dqcFa-8a4Uzi0WK32KbowfwJ3RWyJ5lCtDqS0B slice-container-imageGallery\">\n<div data-hydrate=\"true\" class=\"inline-gallery first-slide-only\">\n<div class=\"inline-gallery__count\">Image 1 of 5<\/div>\n<div class=\"inline-gallery__items\">\n<div class=\"react-swipeable-view-container\">\n<div aria-hidden=\"false\" data-swipeable=\"true\">\n<div class=\"items__item\">\n<div class=\"item__image-cont\">\n<div class=\"image-cont__image\">\n<figure class=\"image-wrapped__wrapper\" data-bordeaux-image-check=\"false\">\n<div class=\"image-wrapped__widthsetter\">\n<div class=\"image-wrapped__aspect-padding\">\n<div><source class=\"image-wrapped__image image__image\" type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/J2krxUxp8ktddqaFr36eBL-320-80.jpg.webp 320w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/J2krxUxp8ktddqaFr36eBL-480-80.jpg.webp 480w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/J2krxUxp8ktddqaFr36eBL-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/J2krxUxp8ktddqaFr36eBL-970-80.jpg.webp 970w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/J2krxUxp8ktddqaFr36eBL-1024-80.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/J2krxUxp8ktddqaFr36eBL-1200-80.jpg.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" data-normal=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/J2krxUxp8ktddqaFr36eBL.jpg\" data-original-mos=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/J2krxUxp8ktddqaFr36eBL.jpg\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/J2krxUxp8ktddqaFr36eBL.jpg\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" data-slice-image=\"true\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"caption-credit__figcaption\"><span class=\"caption-credit__caption\">Those deep fork legs catch the eye; the drive side is also blind, meaning you can&#8217;t see the thru axle. <\/span><span class=\"caption-credit__credit\">(Image credit: Tom Wieckowski )<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div aria-hidden=\"true\" data-swipeable=\"true\">\n<div class=\"items__item\">\n<div class=\"item__image-cont\">\n<div class=\"image-cont__image\">\n<figure class=\"image-wrapped__wrapper\" data-bordeaux-image-check=\"false\">\n<div class=\"image-wrapped__widthsetter\">\n<div class=\"image-wrapped__aspect-padding\">\n<div><source class=\"image-wrapped__image image__image\" type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/oTymoaNNMxoqhzivQtdvyK-320-80.jpg.webp 320w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/oTymoaNNMxoqhzivQtdvyK-480-80.jpg.webp 480w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/oTymoaNNMxoqhzivQtdvyK-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/oTymoaNNMxoqhzivQtdvyK-970-80.jpg.webp 970w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/oTymoaNNMxoqhzivQtdvyK-1024-80.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/oTymoaNNMxoqhzivQtdvyK-1200-80.jpg.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" data-normal=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/oTymoaNNMxoqhzivQtdvyK.jpg\" data-original-mos=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/oTymoaNNMxoqhzivQtdvyK.jpg\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/oTymoaNNMxoqhzivQtdvyK.jpg\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" data-slice-image=\"true\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"caption-credit__figcaption\"><span class=\"caption-credit__caption\">There&#8217;s a chunky bottom bracket shell.<\/span><span class=\"caption-credit__credit\">(Image credit: Tom Wieckowski )<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div aria-hidden=\"true\" data-swipeable=\"true\">\n<div class=\"items__item\">\n<div class=\"item__image-cont\">\n<div class=\"image-cont__image\">\n<figure class=\"image-wrapped__wrapper\" data-bordeaux-image-check=\"false\">\n<div class=\"image-wrapped__widthsetter\">\n<div class=\"image-wrapped__aspect-padding\">\n<div><source class=\"image-wrapped__image image__image\" type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/tGC6eoG6NRGQmyLRk3kXyK-320-80.jpg.webp 320w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/tGC6eoG6NRGQmyLRk3kXyK-480-80.jpg.webp 480w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/tGC6eoG6NRGQmyLRk3kXyK-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/tGC6eoG6NRGQmyLRk3kXyK-970-80.jpg.webp 970w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/tGC6eoG6NRGQmyLRk3kXyK-1024-80.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/tGC6eoG6NRGQmyLRk3kXyK-1200-80.jpg.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" data-normal=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/tGC6eoG6NRGQmyLRk3kXyK.jpg\" data-original-mos=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/tGC6eoG6NRGQmyLRk3kXyK.jpg\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/tGC6eoG6NRGQmyLRk3kXyK.jpg\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" data-slice-image=\"true\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"caption-credit__figcaption\"><span class=\"caption-credit__caption\">The seatpost clamp tightens from underneath; spot the UCI sticker also.<\/span><span class=\"caption-credit__credit\">(Image credit: Tom Wieckowski )<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div aria-hidden=\"true\" data-swipeable=\"true\">\n<div class=\"items__item\">\n<div class=\"item__image-cont\">\n<div class=\"image-cont__image\">\n<figure class=\"image-wrapped__wrapper\" data-bordeaux-image-check=\"false\">\n<div class=\"image-wrapped__widthsetter\">\n<div class=\"image-wrapped__aspect-padding\">\n<div><source class=\"image-wrapped__image image__image\" type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/hFhwPVgRCNXiAxKWtsZvhK-320-80.jpg.webp 320w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/hFhwPVgRCNXiAxKWtsZvhK-480-80.jpg.webp 480w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/hFhwPVgRCNXiAxKWtsZvhK-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/hFhwPVgRCNXiAxKWtsZvhK-970-80.jpg.webp 970w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/hFhwPVgRCNXiAxKWtsZvhK-1024-80.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/hFhwPVgRCNXiAxKWtsZvhK-1200-80.jpg.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" data-normal=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/hFhwPVgRCNXiAxKWtsZvhK.jpg\" data-original-mos=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/hFhwPVgRCNXiAxKWtsZvhK.jpg\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/hFhwPVgRCNXiAxKWtsZvhK.jpg\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" data-slice-image=\"true\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"caption-credit__figcaption\"><span class=\"caption-credit__caption\">Angular, dropped seatstays<\/span><span class=\"caption-credit__credit\">(Image credit: Tom Wieckowski )<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div aria-hidden=\"true\" data-swipeable=\"true\">\n<div class=\"items__item\">\n<div class=\"item__image-cont\">\n<div class=\"image-cont__image\">\n<figure class=\"image-wrapped__wrapper\" data-bordeaux-image-check=\"false\">\n<div class=\"image-wrapped__widthsetter\">\n<div class=\"image-wrapped__aspect-padding\">\n<div><source class=\"image-wrapped__image image__image\" type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/7x82dqaEsZ73rap9fscPTJ-320-80.jpg.webp 320w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/7x82dqaEsZ73rap9fscPTJ-480-80.jpg.webp 480w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/7x82dqaEsZ73rap9fscPTJ-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/7x82dqaEsZ73rap9fscPTJ-970-80.jpg.webp 970w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/7x82dqaEsZ73rap9fscPTJ-1024-80.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/7x82dqaEsZ73rap9fscPTJ-1200-80.jpg.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" data-normal=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/7x82dqaEsZ73rap9fscPTJ.jpg\" data-original-mos=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/7x82dqaEsZ73rap9fscPTJ.jpg\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/7x82dqaEsZ73rap9fscPTJ.jpg\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" data-slice-image=\"true\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"caption-credit__figcaption\"><span class=\"caption-credit__caption\">It&#8217;s a familiar looking aero package overall.<\/span><span class=\"caption-credit__credit\">(Image credit: Tom Wieckowski )<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p id=\"elk-83767dce-8050-11f1-98ed-a33ffb437142\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">So, for the frame itself, the M6 is constructed from Toray T700\/T800 and M40\/60 carbon fibres. Various brands use Toray, so material-wise, the quality is there.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">The bottom bracket standard is T47, and my bike came fitted with a Token screw-together unit; the cranks span very well straight out of the box, but more on this further in.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">The frame is UDH-friendly and has 32mm tyre clearances; I&#8217;ve run it with 32mm Specialized Cotton TLR tyres comfortably at times.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">Winspace quotes 900 grams for an unpainted size M, and my bike came in at 7.9kg out of the box.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">The M6 is billed as an aero bike, and the frame is angular and many familiar aero shapes are there from the deep head tube, which tapers at the front (pictured below) to the seatstay junction area; perhaps the most eye-catching are the 68mm deep fork legs which flick backwards at the bottom.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">Aero-wise, the brand says the bike has been to the Fuji wind tunnel and this was preceded by CFD modelling. Compared to the brand&#8217;s C5 bike, Winspace claims an 8.9 watt drag reduction at 48km\/h, though that bike has an almost identical frame from what I can see. I don&#8217;t have any comparisons for the T1550 and T1600 models, though, which would be desirable.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">What we don&#8217;t have currently is any of our own wind tunnel data for the M6, but I would like to see how it fares against a range of current models.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"performance-3\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">Performance <\/h2>\n<figure class=\"van-image-figure inline-layout kiosq-b\" data-bordeaux-image-check id=\"elk-b52fec36-803e-11f1-a229-133e15d3b3e7\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n<div class=\"image-full-width-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"image-widthsetter\">\n<p class=\"vanilla-image-block\">\n<source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/4Ewp2gL5uZTCX55FSz5vhT-1200-80.jpg.webp 1200w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/4Ewp2gL5uZTCX55FSz5vhT-1024-80.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/4Ewp2gL5uZTCX55FSz5vhT-970-80.jpg.webp 970w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/4Ewp2gL5uZTCX55FSz5vhT-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/4Ewp2gL5uZTCX55FSz5vhT-480-80.jpg.webp 480w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/4Ewp2gL5uZTCX55FSz5vhT-320-80.jpg.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\" inline-layout\"><span class=\"caption-text\">Here&#8217;s the M6 at a road race with some 65mm DT Swiss wheels and quicker tyres. I&#8217;ve ridden it with the bars lowered a little, the same as you can see in the pic. <\/span><span class=\"credit\">(Image credit: Tom Wieckowski)<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"elk-0c3e1b70-8057-11f1-b84d-5f46632eb3a8\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">I&#8217;ve ridden the M6 for over 1000 miles, including using it in three road races, even taking a 5th place in the last one, to really test it in anger and have been highly impressed.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">As is often the case with the bikes I know are really going to fit me well, my laps around the block to scrub the brakes in told me a lot straight away, and I was able to find a great position on the M6 pretty much immediately.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">Position and fit will make or break things, regardless of the bike you are riding, so let&#8217;s look at the geometry first. I&#8217;m 176cm and have been riding a size M bike, which has the following key geometry figures (full table below):<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\"><strong>Stack: <\/strong>535mm<br \/><strong>Reach:<\/strong> 383mm<br \/><strong>Wheelbase:<\/strong> 980<br \/><strong>Trail:<\/strong> 63.1mm<br \/><strong>BB drop:<\/strong> 72mm<br \/><strong>Seat tube angle: <\/strong>74 degrees<br \/><strong>Head tube angle: <\/strong>72.2 degrees<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">The geometry results in a pretty user-friendly bike in my opinion; that 383mm reach number is the same or within a millimetre or two of bikes like the Cervelo Soloist, Specialised Aethos, Ridley Grifn RS and Ribble Ultra Race, all bikes I have ridden and been very comfortable on. In short, it isn&#8217;t super aggressive, and a range of riders should be able to get comfortable, and if you do need a longer stem, it&#8217;s only going to make the bike look mean.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">I was very comfortable, but could still achieve a low, aero position on the hoods. Stack-wise, the bike is a touch more aggressive; I rode it with 20mm of spacers.<\/p>\n<div id=\"slice-container-imageGallery-BwUWuL7w5x78FAfg3dqcFa-DssQ81SdK4jQktDnnG3gwkdDN8Mkf2c6\" class=\"slice-container imageGallery-wrapper imageGallery-BwUWuL7w5x78FAfg3dqcFa-DssQ81SdK4jQktDnnG3gwkdDN8Mkf2c6 slice-container-imageGallery\">\n<div data-hydrate=\"true\" class=\"inline-gallery first-slide-only\">\n<div class=\"inline-gallery__count\">Image 1 of 4<\/div>\n<div class=\"inline-gallery__items\">\n<div class=\"react-swipeable-view-container\">\n<div aria-hidden=\"false\" data-swipeable=\"true\">\n<div class=\"items__item\">\n<div class=\"item__image-cont\">\n<div class=\"image-cont__image\">\n<figure class=\"image-wrapped__wrapper\" data-bordeaux-image-check=\"false\">\n<div class=\"image-wrapped__widthsetter\">\n<div class=\"image-wrapped__aspect-padding\">\n<div><source class=\"image-wrapped__image image__image\" type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/w6GYtct6u5Nz9X8Czpa5FL-320-80.jpg.webp 320w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/w6GYtct6u5Nz9X8Czpa5FL-480-80.jpg.webp 480w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/w6GYtct6u5Nz9X8Czpa5FL-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/w6GYtct6u5Nz9X8Czpa5FL-970-80.jpg.webp 970w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/w6GYtct6u5Nz9X8Czpa5FL-1024-80.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/w6GYtct6u5Nz9X8Czpa5FL-1200-80.jpg.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" data-normal=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/w6GYtct6u5Nz9X8Czpa5FL.jpg\" data-original-mos=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/w6GYtct6u5Nz9X8Czpa5FL.jpg\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/w6GYtct6u5Nz9X8Czpa5FL.jpg\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" data-slice-image=\"true\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"caption-credit__figcaption\"><span class=\"caption-credit__caption\">The wheel and tyre combo has felt good for me; overall, it&#8217;s a nippy-feeling package that didn&#8217;t leave me wanting to upgrade immediately like some lower-spec options. These are decent wheels. <\/span><span class=\"caption-credit__credit\">(Image credit: Tom Wieckowski )<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div aria-hidden=\"true\" data-swipeable=\"true\">\n<div class=\"items__item\">\n<div class=\"item__image-cont\">\n<div class=\"image-cont__image\">\n<figure class=\"image-wrapped__wrapper\" data-bordeaux-image-check=\"false\">\n<div class=\"image-wrapped__widthsetter\">\n<div class=\"image-wrapped__aspect-padding\">\n<div><source class=\"image-wrapped__image image__image\" type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/fxgsNiXaDWXVFGh78oWtxK-320-80.jpg.webp 320w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/fxgsNiXaDWXVFGh78oWtxK-480-80.jpg.webp 480w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/fxgsNiXaDWXVFGh78oWtxK-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/fxgsNiXaDWXVFGh78oWtxK-970-80.jpg.webp 970w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/fxgsNiXaDWXVFGh78oWtxK-1024-80.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/fxgsNiXaDWXVFGh78oWtxK-1200-80.jpg.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" data-normal=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/fxgsNiXaDWXVFGh78oWtxK.jpg\" data-original-mos=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/fxgsNiXaDWXVFGh78oWtxK.jpg\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/fxgsNiXaDWXVFGh78oWtxK.jpg\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" data-slice-image=\"true\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"caption-credit__figcaption\"><span class=\"caption-credit__caption\">The 28mm Grand Prix TR tyres are a good choice for balancing cost; they feel nippy enough and have the Continental BlackChilli compound like more expensive offerings.<\/span><span class=\"caption-credit__credit\">(Image credit: Tom Wieckowski )<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div aria-hidden=\"true\" data-swipeable=\"true\">\n<div class=\"items__item\">\n<div class=\"item__image-cont\">\n<div class=\"image-cont__image\">\n<figure class=\"image-wrapped__wrapper\" data-bordeaux-image-check=\"false\">\n<div class=\"image-wrapped__widthsetter\">\n<div class=\"image-wrapped__aspect-padding\">\n<div><source class=\"image-wrapped__image image__image\" type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/HJeFC6uv62vaCNztbZgWrK-320-80.jpg.webp 320w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/HJeFC6uv62vaCNztbZgWrK-480-80.jpg.webp 480w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/HJeFC6uv62vaCNztbZgWrK-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/HJeFC6uv62vaCNztbZgWrK-970-80.jpg.webp 970w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/HJeFC6uv62vaCNztbZgWrK-1024-80.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/HJeFC6uv62vaCNztbZgWrK-1200-80.jpg.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" data-normal=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/HJeFC6uv62vaCNztbZgWrK.jpg\" data-original-mos=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/HJeFC6uv62vaCNztbZgWrK.jpg\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/HJeFC6uv62vaCNztbZgWrK.jpg\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" data-slice-image=\"true\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"caption-credit__figcaption\"><span class=\"caption-credit__caption\">The Unaas hubs felt very smooth to me; they use a three-pawl freehub, which is easy to clean.<\/span><span class=\"caption-credit__credit\">(Image credit: Tom Wieckowski )<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div aria-hidden=\"true\" data-swipeable=\"true\">\n<div class=\"items__item\">\n<div class=\"item__image-cont\">\n<div class=\"image-cont__image\">\n<figure class=\"image-wrapped__wrapper\" data-bordeaux-image-check=\"false\">\n<div class=\"image-wrapped__widthsetter\">\n<div class=\"image-wrapped__aspect-padding\">\n<div><source class=\"image-wrapped__image image__image\" type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/G9Sv5Hb8msjrvu7P7kEfQ6-320-80.jpg.webp 320w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/G9Sv5Hb8msjrvu7P7kEfQ6-480-80.jpg.webp 480w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/G9Sv5Hb8msjrvu7P7kEfQ6-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/G9Sv5Hb8msjrvu7P7kEfQ6-970-80.jpg.webp 970w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/G9Sv5Hb8msjrvu7P7kEfQ6-1024-80.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/G9Sv5Hb8msjrvu7P7kEfQ6-1200-80.jpg.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" data-normal=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/G9Sv5Hb8msjrvu7P7kEfQ6.jpg\" data-original-mos=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/G9Sv5Hb8msjrvu7P7kEfQ6.jpg\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/G9Sv5Hb8msjrvu7P7kEfQ6.jpg\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" data-slice-image=\"true\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"caption-credit__figcaption\"><span class=\"caption-credit__caption\">Here&#8217;s the full geo chart.<\/span><span class=\"caption-credit__credit\">(Image credit: Winspace)<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p id=\"elk-a88e5dc6-8059-11f1-b60f-3bebeb5d567c\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">In use, there is little for me to fault when it comes to the M6; it has performed excellently across the board.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">I&#8217;ve loved the handling; it&#8217;s sharp, exciting and precise. I&#8217;ve felt completely confident on the bike, and descending and cornering under pressure in races has provided another solid testing ground.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">The Hyper bar has helped in this department; I really like what it brings to the table. It feels very stiff, though I am a lighter rider, and the shape and ergonomics really help you put the bike where you want it. Also, in its 36cm size it falls within the UCI handlebar width rules, as long as your shifters aren&#8217;t at a crazy angle, so racers will be ok on that front.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">I&#8217;ve ridden the bike with three different wheelsets and a range of tyres, from 28s, 29s and 32s; the bike has felt comfortable with all of them. It&#8217;s a racy bike, engaging and snappy, but it hasn&#8217;t beaten me up, and 30 or 32mm tyres will do a lot there. One thing I did notice was that acceleration was improved at low speed with a lighter wheelset, specifically some Roval Rapide CLX III&#8217;s I&#8217;m testing.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">The Stock Unaas wheelset weighs in at a claimed 1609 grams, with a 21mm internal width, Pillar steel spokes, cartridge bearing hubs and a three-pawl freehub. The hubs feel buttery smooth, and combined with the 28mm Conti Grand Prix tyres and tubes, the wheels feel nippy enough and smooth. There&#8217;s nothing wrong with them, and they have felt livelier than other budget wheels I have used.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">I&#8217;ve tried the bike with premium wheelsets from Roval and DT Swiss, and an upgrade in wheels and tyres only unlocks more performance. At speed on flat and rolling terrain it feels really quick.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">I&#8217;ve done all sorts of efforts and training sessions on the bike, and sprinted flat out on it; it feels very good when accelerating and riding out of the saddle, and the ride quality is there.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">Does it feel quite as stiff and direct as something like a Canyon Aeroad CFR when you are really stamping on the pedals? Not quite, but it&#8217;s not a million miles off and for a bike at this price point, it&#8217;s meant as a compliment.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">I could do everything on this bike; its 7.9kg weight isn&#8217;t too bad. Of course, we all want a lighter bike, but for a 105-spec aero machine, it&#8217;s not bad in my opinion; it would be easy enough to start dropping some weight, and the M6 itself certainly doesn&#8217;t feel sluggish.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">I&#8217;ve had no mechanical issues with the bike of any kind, and the quality and paint finishing all seem very good.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"van-image-figure inline-layout kiosq-b\" data-bordeaux-image-check id=\"elk-3aa9e740-80f8-11f1-b6b8-b5b2da38a6e1\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n<div class=\"image-full-width-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"image-widthsetter\">\n<p class=\"vanilla-image-block\">\n<source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/uGQnwEY7jX677nkCCDAtAL-1200-80.jpg.webp 1200w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/uGQnwEY7jX677nkCCDAtAL-1024-80.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/uGQnwEY7jX677nkCCDAtAL-970-80.jpg.webp 970w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/uGQnwEY7jX677nkCCDAtAL-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/uGQnwEY7jX677nkCCDAtAL-480-80.jpg.webp 480w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/uGQnwEY7jX677nkCCDAtAL-320-80.jpg.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\" inline-layout\"><span class=\"caption-text\">The cranks spin very well, but i&#8217;ve run into one bottom bracket niggle. <\/span><span class=\"credit\">(Image credit: Tom Wieckowski)<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 id=\"maintenance-and-servicing-3\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">Maintenance and servicing <\/h2>\n<p id=\"elk-9c7e0e0a-8054-11f1-9855-5500c5cc9929\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">A single issue has raised its head so far, and that relates to the bottom bracket. When I first removed the chain to wax it, I was highly impressed with the way the cranks span; it was probably the best spin test I&#8217;ve seen in a test bike.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">Fast forward a few months, and the cranks still spin very well, but the bearings are sounding a bit blown out and rumbly.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">I&#8217;m light and easy on equipment; I&#8217;m also light on the bike washing. I removed the cranks for an inspection, and the right BB bearing feels rougher than the left one. Not terrible, but there&#8217;s some roughness there which I wouldn&#8217;t expect after less than six months of use.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">A bearing upgrade may help; I can&#8217;t vouch for the quality of the stock &#8216;Takino&#8217; branded bearings, but if that failed, perhaps a deeper look at things would be needed.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">Elsewhere, it&#8217;s a similar story for a bike like this: minimise front-end blasting to protect your headset bearings; though you can access them for regreasing, the bottom bracket is threaded, you just need the correct Token bb tool, and keep everything as clean and as well greased as you can. I can&#8217;t say there are any specific points to mention.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"van-image-figure inline-layout kiosq-b\" data-bordeaux-image-check id=\"elk-a1ad305a-80f8-11f1-b532-57106d3cabc6\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n<div class=\"image-full-width-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"image-widthsetter\">\n<p class=\"vanilla-image-block\">\n<source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/KwY8qHgt2ezAu98GHk5BAK-1200-80.jpg.webp 1200w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/KwY8qHgt2ezAu98GHk5BAK-1024-80.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/KwY8qHgt2ezAu98GHk5BAK-970-80.jpg.webp 970w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/KwY8qHgt2ezAu98GHk5BAK-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/KwY8qHgt2ezAu98GHk5BAK-480-80.jpg.webp 480w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/KwY8qHgt2ezAu98GHk5BAK-320-80.jpg.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\" inline-layout\"><span class=\"caption-text\">The computer mount is included, as is a fixed go-pro \/ light combo mount underneath. <\/span><span class=\"credit\">(Image credit: Tom Wieckowski)<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 id=\"value-3\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">Value <\/h2>\n<p id=\"elk-9c7e0e82-8054-11f1-81e8-7f959b647e04\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">As mentioned $3,900 or \u00a33,460 is our price tag here for the M6 with Hyper bar and 105 Di2.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">The bike comes pretty much assembled, and you get the integrated out-front computer mount included. The bike also comes with a neat foam-lined cardboard box with spares, spacers, a light mount for the combo computer mount, and a Shimano Di2 charger cable.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">How does it measure up to the competition from bigger name brands? Let&#8217;s look at Canyon, with it&#8217;s often hard to beat direct to consumer pricing.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">A base-spec Canyon Aeroad CF SLX 7 starts at $4,999 or \u00a34,499; that bike also has 105 Di2 with a power meter, and 65 mm DT Swiss ARC 1600 carbon wheels with Continental Grand Prix 5000 S TR tyres. It&#8217;s about $1000 more, with a bigger spec, but you can&#8217;t specify stem length, and you will need to purchase the computer mount separately. A Specialized Tarmac SL8 Comp with 105 Di2 and alloy wheels comes in at $4,699 or \u00a33,599; that&#8217;s without a PM and with a two-piece bar.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">I&#8217;ve discussed the excellent performance, but putting that aside, I think a key part of the Winspace value proposition is the range of customisation options on offer. You can spec a heck of a lot straight off the bat, and I see notes on the UK website, for example, on communicating cassette and power meter preferences. For less than a lot of bikes, you can choose a lot of the spec to suit from the off, which could save a lot of money and time further down the line.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"van-image-figure inline-layout kiosq-b\" data-bordeaux-image-check id=\"elk-965cc77e-80fd-11f1-839f-19e01e8f3fb9\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n<div class=\"image-full-width-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"image-widthsetter\">\n<p class=\"vanilla-image-block\">\n<source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/J9cP4MFkWGbLYEBVVLKRQL-1200-80.jpg.webp 1200w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/J9cP4MFkWGbLYEBVVLKRQL-1024-80.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/J9cP4MFkWGbLYEBVVLKRQL-970-80.jpg.webp 970w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/J9cP4MFkWGbLYEBVVLKRQL-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/J9cP4MFkWGbLYEBVVLKRQL-480-80.jpg.webp 480w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/J9cP4MFkWGbLYEBVVLKRQL-320-80.jpg.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\" inline-layout\"><span class=\"caption-text\">I feel comfortable saying i&#8217;ve developed something of a soft spot for the M6, we&#8217;ve shared a lot of road together. <\/span><span class=\"credit\">(Image credit: Tom Wieckowski)<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 id=\"verdict-3\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">Verdict <\/h2>\n<p id=\"elk-9c7e0ee6-8054-11f1-abbf-ad6fffc7841c\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">Winspace has put together an excellent all-round road bike in the M6. It&#8217;s a bike that performs very well everywhere. The handling is excellent, and is further boosted by the very good Hyper bar. The ride quality is good, exciting and engaging, and the bike is comfortable to ride; this will only be boosted by larger, tubeless tyres if you want to go that way with it.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">I&#8217;d like it to feel even more direct when really putting the power down out of the saddle on steep climbs, but that&#8217;s a finer point; it really has impressed me across the board.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">It sits at a competitive price point, and you can customise an awful lot at point of sale; I think it also provides a good base to upgrade from in the future, or as a competitive frameset to build up into a race bike, etc.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">Check the geo, and if it&#8217;s right for you, I promise you will not be disappointed in the M6.<\/p>\n<div id=\"slice-container-table-BwUWuL7w5x78FAfg3dqcFa-uXrb8bVss3681Yl9Fdo57H68Hqnk5tif\" class=\"slice-container table-wrapper table-BwUWuL7w5x78FAfg3dqcFa-uXrb8bVss3681Yl9Fdo57H68Hqnk5tif slice-container-table\">\n<div class=\"table__instruction\">Swipe to scroll horizontally<\/div>\n<div class=\"table__container\">\n<table class=\"table__wrapper table__wrapper--inbodyContent table__wrapper--sticky table__wrapper--divider\">\n<tbody class=\"table__body\">\n<tr class=\"table__body__row\">\n<td class=\"table_body__data\" colspan=\"1\">\n<p>Design and aesthetics<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"table_body__data\" colspan=\"1\">\n<p>The frame, bar and seatpost produce an agressive and attractive looking bike. The very deep fork legs may be slightly polarising, but I think it all works well. Plenty of colours to choose from, and no design choices that leave me scratching my head.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"table_body__data\" colspan=\"1\">\n<p>8\/10<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"table__body__row\">\n<td class=\"table_body__data\" colspan=\"1\">\n<p>Build<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"table_body__data\" colspan=\"1\">\n<p>Strong without any glaring gaps, 105 di2 is rock solid, and the Unaas wheels have impressed me despite being a less exciting, lower end option. The Hyper handlebar is also excellent in my opinion. You can customise a lot if you want something different. <\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"table_body__data\" colspan=\"1\">\n<p>9\/10<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"table__body__row\">\n<td class=\"table_body__data\" colspan=\"1\">\n<p>Performance<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"table_body__data\" colspan=\"1\">\n<p>Excellent across the board, feels great when up to speed, great handling and responds well to accelerations and flat out sprints. I&#8217;d just like a bit more stiffness when really hitting it out of the saddle. BB wear issue to be confirmed. <\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"table_body__data\" colspan=\"1\">\n<p>9\/10<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"table__body__row\">\n<td class=\"table_body__data\" colspan=\"1\">\n<p>Weight<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"table_body__data\" colspan=\"1\">\n<p>A similar weight to bikes like the Cannondale Synape Carbon 2 and the  Cervelo S5 at 7.9kg, not a featherlight, but I think it&#8217;s pretty competive for the spec, and could easily be made much lighter, it also doesn&#8217;t feel sluggish in any way. <\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"table_body__data\" colspan=\"1\">\n<p>8\/10<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"table__body__row\">\n<td class=\"table_body__data\" colspan=\"1\">\n<p>Value<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"table_body__data\" colspan=\"1\">\n<p>For the money, I would say very good. You can customise an awful lot which boosts the value offering and the performance is very strong. <\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"table_body__data\" colspan=\"1\">\n<p>9\/10<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"table__body__row\">\n<td class=\"table_body__data\" colspan=\"1\">\n<p>Overall<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"table_body__data\" colspan=\"1\"><span class=\"sr-only\">Row 5 &#8211; Cell 1 <\/span><\/td>\n<td class=\"table_body__data\" colspan=\"1\">\n<p>43\/50<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<aside data-block-type=\"embed\" data-model-name=\"Winspace M6 105 Di2\" data-name=\"BOT widget\" data-render-type=\"fte\" data-widget-type=\"review\" class=\"hawk-root\">\n<div class=\"hawk-main-editorial-container\">\n<div class=\"hawk-title-container\">Winspace M6 105 Di2: Price Comparison<\/div>\n<div class=\"hawk-grid-items-container hawk-review-items-grid-items\" data-stacked=\"0\">\n<div class=\"hawk-grid-item-container hawk-review-items-grid-item\" data-expandable=\"0\" data-stacked=\"0\" data-load-more=\"false\" role=\"button\">\n<div class=\"hawk-grid-item-main-container hawk-review-items-grid-item-main\" data-product-type=\"200\" data-button-type data-stacked=\"0\" data-expanded=\"0\">\n<div class=\"hawk-grid-item-block-container hawk-review-items-grid-item-block\" data-name=\"image\" data-product-type=\"200\" data-button-type data-stacked=\"0\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/search-api.fie.futurecdn.net\/img\/misc\/no-image-available.svg\" alt=\"View Similar Amazon US\" title=\"View Similar Amazon US\" class=\"hawk-lazy-image-product-image\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"78\" height=\"70\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"hawk-grid-item-block-container hawk-review-items-grid-item-block\" data-name=\"merchant\" data-product-type=\"200\" data-button-type data-stacked=\"0\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.fie.futurecdn.net\/logos\/merchants\/amazon-us-15006529670367-100-80.png.webp\" alt=\"Amazon\" title=\"Amazon\" class=\"hawk-lazy-image-logo-image\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"80\" height=\"40\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"hawk-grid-item-block-container hawk-review-items-grid-item-block\" data-name=\"priceLink\" data-product-type=\"200\" data-button-type data-stacked=\"0\">\n<div class=\"hawk-main-price-container\">\n<div><span class=\"hawk-display-price-container\" data-type=\"buySimilar\"><span class=\"hawk-display-price-price\">No price information<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>Check Amazon<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"hawk-footer-container\">\n<div class=\"hawk-footer-description\">We check over 250 million products every day for the best prices<\/div>\n<div class=\"hawk-powered-by-container\">\n<div class=\"hawk-powered-by-inner-container\">\n<div class=\"hawk-powered-by-powered-by-container\">powered by <\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/search-api.fie.futurecdn.net\/img\/sites\/svg\/cyclingnews.svg\" alt=\"Cyclingnews\" title=\"Cyclingnews\" class=\"hawk-lazy-image-site-logo-powered-by\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"60\" height=\"30\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<\/div>\n<p>[analyse_source url=&#8221;https:\/\/www.cyclingnews.com\/bikes\/winspace-m6-review\/&#8221;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>[analyse_image type=&#8221;featured&#8221; src=&#8221;https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/bdzBsXaaGXHhTbVncNKfe5-2442-80.jpg&#8221;] Cyclingnews Verdict Winspace has created a very good bike in the M6. It&#8217;s a fast bike with great handling and a wide range of customisation options. In this spec and for the money, it easily stands up against bikes from bigger brands. 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