Orbea Alma M50-Eagle ice green

Take it too far
There are performance benefits to be found everywhere, small improvements for big bikes, and yes, a little bit of obsession is also part of the equation. But how far is too far? Orbea's goals, her competitors, and her creative mindset keep pushing her to victory. And once you know how sweet success tastes, you always want more. He becomes obsessed with being the best. You feel it in your heart, in your lungs, in your legs - and you recognize it in our wheels. Only by perfecting the smallest details more and more and leaving the limits of what seems possible behind us, can they achieve their big goals.

Dynamic Structure
Most of the twisting forces and lateral loads are absorbed by the lower part of the frame. The head tube, down tube and chainstays resist the loads and efficiently transfer the power to the rear wheel. The more torsion-resistant the frame shows here, the more power is brought from the legs directly to the ground and the more immediate the power transmission.

OMX - 830gr (M)
Orbea Monocoque X (OMX) frames rely on an exclusive combination of highly modular and high-strength carbon fibers. Prepreg carbon mats are laser cut to minimize material usage and overlapping areas. In addition, the frame is elaborately preformed to achieve optimum compaction with as little carbon as possible. The use of a mold made entirely of expanded polystorol (EPS) and latex inserts prevents wrinkles and voids.

Comfort
For example, the new Alma has thinner seat stays. Thanks to reduced cross-section and diameter, they provide a graceful support for the seat tube. The top tube, on the other hand, is particularly robust at the front of the head tube to increase torsional rigidity. To the rear, however, the top tube tapers quickly to save material and thus weight. 
The damping properties achieved by the carbon layup and the narrow design of the top tube and seat stays give the Alma a dynamic yet smooth ride, with the bike over rough ground just dahingleitet. The effect is subtle, but still noticeable. At the end of a tough race, just such a detail can make the difference between a place on the podium and the consolation prize.

Orbea World Cup Geometry
Years of developing top-of-the-line cross-country bikes have resulted in the Alma's World Cup geometry. The riding position is aggressive, fast, yet comfortable. Compared to trail geometry, which sacrifices a little precision for the sake of endurance, cross-country geometry is designed for precise riding and maximum power transfer.

OC Cockpit
With the unique design of the OC steering head, spacer and stem, they've given Orbea's cross-country family a whole new integrated look. This also includes the optional holder for the bike computer, which is compatible with all popular brands via adapter. The interaction of the OC components completes the high-end claim of their modern cross-country bikes.

Blocklock
The Acros Blocklock 164º headset limits the deflection of the handlebar and thus prevents damage to the frame. In close cooperation with Acros they were able to minimize the overall height and integrate the system in the best possible way into the cockpit of the carbon Almas.