evolve Bicycles unveiled two striking new colorways—Adrift and Wilderness—on November 1st, adding fresh personality to the CIMA lineup. Alongside the new designs, riders can now choose between two logo styles: a bold big-logo option or a small-logo version with the quote.
These updates arrive just in time for evolve’s Black Friday campaign running from November 20 to December 2, featuring exclusive limited-time offers for cyclists worldwide. Learn more at www.evolvebicycles.com.
Watch my unboxing video of the CIMA – securely shipped from overseas to arrive safe and sound… (Note: the frame shown has previous version graphics.)
Premium Materials, Thoughtful Engineering
Since the launch of its first performance road frameset, CIMA, evolve has captured the attention of cyclists globally. The brand’s mission is clear: deliver top-tier materials, precise engineering, and race-worthy performance at a more accessible price.
CIMA is built using TorayCa T1100, T800, and M40 high-modulus carbon fiber, materials typically reserved for high-end premium frames. The brand never treats its products as “standard framesets.” As its Italian-inspired name suggests, CIMA (pronounced “chee-ma“), meaning peak, the brand aims high from the very beginning.
Detail-oriented design is at the heart of evolve. The frameset features: CeramicSpeed bearings, threaded bottom bracket (BSA) and rider-focused accessories such as a light/camera/radar mount, aero timing-chip holder, and race number plate holder. And of course, a striking, nature-inspired paintjob that sets the model apart.
Geometry for Every Rider
Beyond aesthetics, the geometry has been carefully developed to offer the best possible fit for riders of different body types.
evolve offers:
Six frame sizes (XS–XL)
Two fork offsets
Three bottom bracket drops
This approach ensures that more riders, regardless of height or weight, can find their ideal fit, even though it increases production complexity and cost.
Lightweight, Stiff, and Race-Ready
While many riders first notice CIMA’s impressive weight, its performance goes far beyond the scale. Riders who care about every gram will appreciate the effort, while others will feel the advantage on climbs and long rides, thanks to optimized lay-up structure and resin formulation.
Lightweight alone is never enough. evolve backs its frames with rigorous testing: 21 in-house test procedures, exceeding ISO standards, for example, seatpost fatigue testing at 1440N for 120,000 cycles. evolve also passed Zedler Advanced testing for international safety and stiffness certification with BB stiffness at 29.4 N/mm, ensuring responsive power transfer during intense racing.
Proven Aero Performance at Silverstone, UK
To further validate CIMA’s capabilities, the frameset was tested at the Silverstone Sports Engineering Hub in the UK. At 45 km/h, CIMA saved an average of 4.74 watts compared to a leading international competitor, achieving a lower CdA value. Performance improved even further when paired with KREUZA’s Slice Aero bottle and cage, making it a must-use during high-speed finales.
New Paint Scheme and Black Friday Offers
For 2025, evolve introduced six regular paint schemes across the Speed and Artist series, along with two special editions. In response to community feedback, the brand also released a big-logo version without the downtube quote for every current paintjob.
This November, the new Adrift (Speed Series) and Wilderness (Artist Series) colorways officially join the lineup, continuing evolve’s nature-inspired design philosophy.
Wilderness
Adrift
evolve will also launch its rider-focused accessory collection on November 24, just in time for its Black Friday campaign running from Nov 20 – Dec 2.
Subscribers can unlock coupons and secure an exclusive CIMA + Elitewheels bundle at a special price during this period.
Learn more at www.evolvebicycles.com.
Stay tuned for my own project build and review of the CIMA in coming weeks.
About evolve
evolve isn’t just another brand entering the cycling scene — it’s the result of three years of passion, precision, and experience. Founded by Tony Tong (Elitewheels) and Mian Chan (Cybrei cranksets), both trusted names in the industry, evolve brings together deep technical know-how and rider-focused innovation. Based in Xiamen, China’s hub for carbon fiber composites, evolve is built on a solid foundation — ready to deliver performance with purpose.
Who Is evolve Targeting?
evolve isn’t aiming for the entry-level market or trying to cover the entire spectrum of cycling needs. Instead, the brand is focused on delivering top-tier products and services for pro cyclists and seasoned enthusiasts. evolve is targeting the mid-to-high-end segment — cyclists who seek upgraded performance and value. They aim to address the shortcomings of entry-level cycling experiences and provide an enhanced ride for those who demand more.
Learn more: evolvebicycles.com
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