The Fezzari Foré CR3 is a full carbon performance bike. Whether you are cross-country riding, doing a triathlon, or racing, it has the responsiveness and suppleness that set it apart from anything you've ridden before.

 

Start with a proprietary Fezzari Racing Design Xr4 3K monocoque carbon frame that was recently tested as one of the most durable frames on the market, and weighs approximately 2lbs. We paid particular attention to the tube shapes to get vertical flex but maintain lateral stiffness. The top tube, for example, is much wider side-to-side than it is up and down. This contributes to vertical flex to soften the ride, but maintains lateral stiffness for maximum pedal-efficiency when you’re climbing. The massive head tube gives more stiffness and better steering efficiency. The bottom bracket shell is also oversized so that you don’t lose efficiency as your stomping on the pedals. All this translates into exhilaration when you’re climbing – knowing that you’re ascending more efficiently – and confidence on the downhill when you take that corner at high speeds. Our meticulous frame manufacturing process allows the frame to have a transparent finish. Many in our industry will paint over what we'd rather show—carbon everywhere.

The Foré CR3 comes with Shimano Dura Ace and Ultegra components (including wheelset, brakes, shifters, etc.), FSA carbon crank with external bearings, titanium/carbon saddle, carbon seat post, AND carbon handlebars.

You get 7 main upgrades over the CR2:

1. Upgraded Frame – you go from the Xr3 Full Carbon Alloy frame (all tubes are carbon and the joints are aluminum) to the Xr4 3K monocoque carbon frame, which is made as one carbon piece with no joints. It is also 3K carbon rather than 12K carbon on the Xr3 frame, which means it is a little stronger and lighter.
2. Upgraded Rear Derailleur – you go one step up on Shimano’s derailleurs to Dura Ace (the top of the line) from Shimano Ultegra. It will shift a little smoother and is a little lighter.
3. Upgraded Front Fork – 3K carbon rather than 12K carbon.
4. Upgraded Crankset – from FSA Gossamer to FSA SLK, which has carbon crankarms that are lighter. The bottom bracket set is a little lighter and refined, too.
5. Upgraded Chainrings – from FSA Gossamer to FSA SLK, which are lighter.
6. Upgraded Handlebars – from aluminum bars to Fezzari Racing Design Xrt carbon bars.
7. Upgraded Wheelset – from Shimano RS10 to Shimano Ultegra, which are lighter.

When you get a Foré CR3, we custom fit it for you through our 23-Point Custom Setup program. We’ll get all your vitals so we can outfit your bike to fit you perfectly.

  Amazing!!!
by Jared Wagner (Massachusetts)
June 16, 2008

I bought this bike for a cross-country bike tour this summer, and training with this bike has been such a joy! It makes everything so much easier!! it is incredibly light and it looks so amazing!!

  The Most Bike for The Buck
by Kenny (Midland Georgia (USA))
April 28, 2008

I couldn't be more satisfied, I have to admit I was a bit skeptical up to the inital ride; after the first ride I'm convinced that the Forte CR3 is everything and more than described.

  Perfect bike
by Carl Bates (United Kingdom)
April 3, 2008

I bought my CR3 a year ago. It has been an absolute revelation! The bike is ridiculously quick and light. I am absolutely delighted and pleased I paid the extra to import it to the UK. The frame has a lovely balance and is very stable. Acceleration is fantastic and it seems to love climbing. The bike just rolls on with the minimum of effort. My previous bike was a Giant TCR and it rode a like a bag of spanners compared to this. Absolutely love it!!

  There is nothing more enjoyable than the feel of this bike
by Gerald S (Evansville, IN)
November 25, 2007

I purchased the Forte CR3 road bike in August and have thoroughly enjoyed this bike. It is a rock solid strong bike with excellent satiability throughout the speed range. There is nothing more enjoyable than the feel of the bike and rider as one and this I enjoy every time I venture out. I have learned the skill climbing hills, shifting and being clipped in and although at times I feel riding is a contact sport with the ground that is just part of the riding experience and not the fault of the bike. I honestly cannot look at this bike without wanting to ride. The staff at Fezzari has been a pleasure to do business with and its nice talking with a concerned group with quick response time. Thanks