SEKA Spear Review: Is It Worth the Premium Price Tag?

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In this review, I interviewed Denis, who became the first SEKA Spear RDC owner in Czechia. We discuss why he chose this frame, how the build went, and how he rates its riding characteristics.

SEKA Spear stirred the waters of road bike frames thanks to its original WindEye structure and bold performance claims. But is it worth it? And how does it compare to the Canyon Aeroad? You will find out.

SEKA Spear Build Summary

Below are the main specifications of Denis’ build.

SEKA Spear Pros and Cons

Why Spear? 

After a long break and illness, I wanted to treat myself to a bike, so at the end of 2024, I started looking around. Since I have a problem with choosing sizes, where size 58 is too small and size 61 is unnecessarily large and, above all, unattractive, I didn’t want another Canyon XL, which is exactly the size in between. 

There isn’t much choice when it comes to finding size 59/60, and Chinese brands usually don’t offer these sizes at all. That is, a stack around 590/600 mm. Then I saw Spear and immediately fell in love with it, especially the Chronos color. If the larger, better-known brands, such as Winspace, Quick Pro, and others, offered sizes for people like me, I would definitely consider them as well.

I read Weightweenies and watched the first Spear YouTube reviews. Even the higher price didn’t deter me. It’s my first Chinese bike, and now, after a year of experience, I don’t regret it. 

Despite the higher price tag of this Chinese brand, I was impressed by the lifetime warranty on the frame (5 years on the fork and 2 years on the cockpit and seat post), wind tunnel testing, and European representation based in the Netherlands.

The Build Process

I selected every component myself, with an original goal of keeping the bike under 7 kg. Because the frame is size XL, 60 mm wheels were the only option to keep the proportions right. I searched Weight Weenies and chose the Farsports EVO S6 (58 mm) wheels. They come with CeramicSpeed bearings and weigh 1304g.

I originally planned to use Cybrei cranks. However, I wanted a 4iiii power meter, so I ended up with a Shimano Dura-Ace crankset. That turned out to be a mistake. After being disappointed with 4iiii, I switched to a Favero Assioma RS power meter. If I had known this earlier, I would have kept the Cybrei cranks and likely gone under 7 kg. The final bike weight is 7.2 kg.

The overall workmanship is excellent. The only issue I encountered was the thru-axle hole at the dropout, which needed slight milling. I had to take the frame to a bike repair shop. There is also very little space between the chain catcher and the chainring bolt, but it fits just barely. I chose a Bikone bottom bracket because it is made of two separate pieces. Editorial note: Bikone also supplies BBs to the UAE Team Emirates.

Everything else, such as routing cables through the frame and handlebars, compressing the headset, or mounting and aligning disc brakes, went smoothly.

Denis’ Ride Impressions from SEKA Spear

I switched to the SEKA Spear RDC from the Canyon Aeroad CF SLX 2019. I used to own a Canyon Endurace and occasionally tried out bikes from friends, such as the S-Works SL7, Cannondale Synapse, and others… But I will mainly compare it to the Aeroad, which is aero, while the Spear is more of an all-rounder. This is the biggest change.

The Aeroad maintains speed better and is designed for fast riding. The Spear is weaker in this respect, but it doesn’t lose much. It’s just a little noticeable. However, it is definitely not a slow bike; it accelerates great thanks to the Farsports EVO S6 wheels, which are 300g lighter than the DT Swiss ARC 1100 60 mm wheels. Thanks to them, it is clearly a better climbing bike.

Spear is playful. Cornering and handling are better at all speeds. Its response is also faster than the Aeroad’s. I wouldn’t want to lose this feature if I ever ended up on an aero bike again. 

The Spear is also more comfortable than the Aeroad, especially in the rear triangle and seatpost, which are more flexible due to their geometry (sloping). The wheels are quite stiff thanks to the carbon spokes, but even so, it’s a very comfortable ride. The tires are 28 mm, but actually measure 31.5 mm. I decided on the Continental Aero tire in the front for additional aero gains, but I will return to GP5000 S TR, as I find them better in wet conditions.

The question is, does WindEye work as SEKA promises? I have no idea. But it’s like a magnet for people who approach me, and then we get to talking. 

In the end, I didn’t get below 7 kg as I wanted. The Chronos color frame weighs about 100g more than the other colors, and since it is an XL frame and almost nothing was shortened, I don’t regret the extra weight. The color is stunning.

Denis’ Verdict

From the moment I first saw the bike online, I spent a lot of time researching and convincing myself I wasn’t crazy to spend this much money. Looking back, I have no regrets. I would recommend this bike to anyone who wants to stand out and does not want to end up on a Canyon or an S-Works SL8.

Spear excels in rolling terrain and on climbs. It feels light, lively, and responsive when I put the power down. It encourages an active riding style and rewards the rider’s input.

On flat roads, it also performs well. While it is not as fast as pure aero bikes like the Canyon Aeroad, it makes up for it with better responsiveness and higher ride comfort.

It’s a bit of a shame that I had to adjust the derailleur hanger. At this price point, that shouldn’t be necessary, but it was a one-time issue that I resolved, and now I can just enjoy the bike.