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

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.

• 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.

• 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.

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.

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