OMG - The New Trek TTX

The new Trek TTX is full colour with none other than the 2007 Tour de France Champion putting it through its paces. [Note: Did say "reigning" TdF Champion, don't know where my mind was but obviously I was too excited about the new TTX to think straight]

This is certainly not the prettiest bike that you'll ever see but as all you Cervelo and Scott riders will attest it is likely to be the fastest thing around for some years to come.

Please don't tell Black Beauty (my current TTX SSL) but I want one!!!! NOW! And as you will note, Velonews are speculating that "Speed Concept" may be the new brand name that Trek might use - "Speed Concept" = "SC" = "Simon Cross" ... poetic license or DESTINY?

(Photos courtesy of Velonews and Graham Watson and commentary on the photos by Velonews)

The Speed Concept decal on the chainstay could suggest a new model name?

2009 Dauphiné, Contador's TT bike.

At the opening time trial, Contador had no problem making the bike move fast.

We would guess that's a BB30 crankset.

The brake arms and pad fixing bolts are barely visible, and appear painted to match.

A gap at the leading edge of the fork crown seems to mark where the brake arms begin.

The brake pivots appear to integrate with the fork. Also note the wide fork blades.

It appears the frame has vertical drop outs.

A closer look reveals the front and rear brakes are nearly invisible.

The paint is eyecatching and disguises the frame features.

Simon says: - Sorry Alberto, I don't care how good you are, don't be a numpty, WEAR A HELMET, if for nothing else be a good example.

No extended seat mast, just a long aero post.

The major tube sections are similar to the current TTX.

The stem in profile isn't in line with the top tube, but does blend seamlessly.

The new bike has a unified stem and fork, in front of the actual head tube.