The frame was designed with the Fuelselage in mind, so there are no structural concerns from the integration of the hydration system. The TT/HT junction went through all fatigue and ultimate strength testing with the port in the TT, and the carbon layup was designed with this geometry in mind. In fact, the Shiv is one of the stiffest triathlon or TT bikes we've ever tested torsionally.
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Mark Cote
MITAerobike
Specialized Bicycle Components
Mark
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Mark Cote
MITAerobike
Specialized Bicycle Components