2026 Boardman SLR 8.9 Carbon Womens Road Bike
The 2026 Boardman SLR 8.9 Carbon Womens Road Bike is engineered to deliver aerodynamic efficiency, long-distance comfort, and outstanding value. Designed for women riders seeking a fast yet versatile road bike, the SLR 8.9 combines a lightweight carbon frame with real-world practicality for year-round riding.
With endurance-focused geometry and aero-optimised tube shaping, the SLR 8.9 provides confident handling and comfort on long rides, training sessions, or everyday use. Hidden mudguard mounts and generous tyre clearance ensure it performs just as well through winter as it does in summer.
Featuring the dependable Shimano Tiagra 10-speed groupset, hydraulic disc brakes, and tubeless-compatible 30mm tyres, this bike delivers smooth shifting, powerful braking, and improved comfort across varied road surfaces.
Key Highlights
- Lightweight Boardman C7 carbon frame with internal cable routing
- Shimano Tiagra 10-speed drivetrain
- Shimano hydraulic disc brakes for consistent all-weather braking
- Compact 50/34T crankset with 11–34T cassette
- 30mm tubeless-compatible tyres for enhanced comfort and grip
- Hidden mudguard mounts for year-round usability
Technical Specifications
Frame & Component Specifications| Frame | Boardman C7 Carbon, internal cable routing, 12x142mm thru-axle, UDH hanger, hidden seatpost clamp, mudguard mounts, X3 bottle boss mounting points |
|---|---|
| Fork | Boardman C7 Carbon, 12x100mm thru-axle, hidden mudguard mounts |
| Headset | ACROS 1.5″ |
| Bottom Bracket | BB386EVO |
| Shifters | Shimano Tiagra ST-4720, 10-Speed |
| Front Derailleur | Shimano Tiagra FD-4700, Brazed On, 10-Speed |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano Tiagra RD-4700, 10-Speed |
| Crankset | Shimano FC-4700, 50/34T |
| Cassette | Shimano CS-HG500, 11–34T, 10-Speed |
| Chain | KMC X10, 10-Speed |
| Brakes | Shimano Tiagra BR-4770 Hydraulic Disc |
| Handlebar | Boardman Aero Alloy |
| Stem | Boardman Alloy |
| Seatpost | Boardman Alloy, 27.2mm |
| Saddle | Boardman SLR Road |
| Wheelset | Boardman RD Alloy SLR, Tubeless Compatible |
| Tyres | Goodyear Eagle Sport, Tubeless Compatible, 700 x 30mm |
| Pedals | Not Included |
| Weight | Approx. 9.4 kg |
Specifications may change without notice. Final build may vary by size.
