Test: The Corratec CCT Evo eTap was developed according to the motto "Secret of Speed" and wants to combine speed, lightness and stiffness in a special way. Not only SRAM eTap, but also the Lightweight Milestone wheels make a great figure at first glance. We have tested for you what the Corratec CCT Evo eTap has to offer.
The Corratec CCT Evo eTap is the top athlete from the model range from the Bavarian manufacturer Corratec and comes in the so-called "confinement variant" with some nice upgrades. With the Konfi program, Corratec offers plenty of scope for customizing the bike to personal preferences.
Corratec CCT Evo eTap – Frame
Thanks to its construction, the frame of the Corratec CCT Evo eTap is one of the particularly light models, but still offers extremely good rigidity. Due to the very voluminous frame and the oversized head tube, the frame looks very classic to us, which should be a pleasure for traditional cyclists in particular. A nice detail on the frame of the CCT Evo is the lowered chainstay. This design is intended to avoid excessively hard chain hits.
In terms of design, you remain true to yourself and continue to follow an individual line. It's not necessarily for everyone, but at least you dare to do something and stick to your path.
Corratec CCT Evo eTap equipment
The €9.499 test bike comes with an upgrade to the Lightweight Milestone compared to the €2.000 cheaper eTap base model and Shimano Dura-Ace Direct Mount brakes, with the rear brake sitting on the bottom bracket on the underside of the chainstays as standard. With only 6,5 kg in frame size 54, this variant is even below the UCI weight limit. Unfortunately, the slim Zzyzx components don't fit the overall picture one hundred percent for our taste. In terms of performance, however, the handlebars, stem and seat post are completely convincing and offer a low weight precisely because of their minimalist design. The real highlight, however, is already revealed in the name and is clearly the SRAM eTap. Due to the wireless shifting, cable routing is no longer necessary, which makes for an extremely tidy impression.
Corratec CCT Evo eTap – test drive
As already mentioned, the Corratec CCT Evo eTap is more of a climbing specialist than a rouleur - clearly at just 6,5 kilos there is little space for a super aerodynamic design, although it must also be said that the hidden rear wheel brake and the voluminous down tube are particularly impressive should have a very positive effect on speed on level ground. The lightweight is particularly noticeable when accelerating and on the mountain, where the great rigidity also comes into play in both areas, which ensures great power transmission and thus guarantees optimal propulsion.
The Corratec CCT Evo also shines in the sprint with its very efficient and stiff frame combined with the super light wheels. Here the CCT Evo can also convince with an impressive shifting performance, because the SRAM eTap offers wireless shifting pleasure at the highest level. The simple and intuitive system in particular, as well as the smooth gear changes ensure a lot of fun on any terrain. However, due to the stiff wheelset from Lightweight and the stiff front, the Corratec CCT Evo eTap is not a good choice for spring classics or generally rough asphalt. In corners, you often have to steer a bit because of the nervous front, or at least choose a clean line.
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