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ULTRA-RACE vs ULTRA-AERO: Which Ribble Race Bike Fits Your Ride?

16 September 2025
  • Two Flagship Bikes. Two Different Goals.

    When it comes to all-out speed, we give you a choice between two world-class machines: the ULTRA-RACE and the ULTRA-AERO. Both deliver uncompromising performance at the sharp end of the peloton, but they’re optimised for very different scenarios. One of the most common questions we hear is: which one’s right for me?

    Let’s break it down.


  • ULTRA-RACE - Built to Out Climb, Out Corner and Out Sprint

    • Lightweight carbon construction for maximum responsiveness.
    • Race-tuned geometry designed to handle sharp climbs and technical descents.
    • All-round performance excels when the road points up, when the finish line kicks, or when every second counts.
    • No compromise engineered for riders who want to out climb, out corner, and out sprint the competition.

    The ULTRA-RACE is the choice for riders chasing all-round race performance, from punchy circuits to mountainous epics.



  • ULTRA-AERO - Fastest on the Flats

    • Aero-optimised carbon frame that slices through the wind.
    • Integrated cockpit and aero shaping proven at the highest level of racing.
    • Relentless efficiency on fast terrain, breakaways, and sprint finishes.
    • Built for speed: the go-to weapon when being fast isn’t fast enough.

    The ULTRA-AERO is for riders who live for flat-out pace, whether in solo escapes, fast group rides, or criterium-style racing.



  • Which Race Bike Should You Choose?

  • If your riding takes you into the mountains or over varied terrain where every gram counts, the ULTRA-RACE gives you the versatility and climbing edge you need. If you’re chasing maximum aero gains and top-end speed on flatter roads, the ULTRA-AERO is your perfect partner.

    Both are engineered to perform at the very highest level.



  • Explore the Full Ribble Race Bike Range

  • Whichever bike speaks to your style, you’ll find it and more in our Race Bikes collection.