QUEEN OF THE HILLS
Testers loved the Diva’s asymmetrical carbon frame: It looks sexy and, more important, provides a smooth ride. Equipped with a SRAM Force drivetrain and light-but-stiff Ksyrium ES wheels, the stiff and spunky Diva climbed effortlessly up gap after gap in Vermont’s Green Mountains. The dialed geometry and precise women’s fit let riders tap all their speed on hills, flats, and descents. 15.6 lbs; orbea.com
Bonus: Personalize frame, components, handlebars, and wheels online or through an Orbea dealer.
Bummer: Available only in two sizes, and the oversize joints and stiff tail can beat up lighter riders on long rides.