Road bus + mountain bike ÷2=?
In fact, Gravel Bike looks very similar to a road car, and it also gives you good handling and speed. It has more Off-Road elements, such as the lower center of gravity frame geometry, wider forks, wider particle tires, lighter teeth ratios, more comfortable seat cushions and handlebar belts, etc., allowing the rider to no longer be completely limited to asphalt roads, but can ride out to grass, gravel floors and other non-paved roads. This is why it is called Gravel Bike (sand and gravel trucks, gravel trucks).
Trigon brand GV gravel car. What are the differences between
gravel trucks? What are the obvious differences between
and road cars? The Gravel Bike's frame geometry has a shorter Reach and a higher Stack, which makes the rider sit upright to cope with long riding. For example, Trigon's GV gravel car also emphasizes the use of special frame tube shapes, which helps improve the rigidity and handling of the frame. In addition, it is compatible with tire specifications of general road vehicles up to 700Í 23C and mountain bikes 650BÍ 2.1.
Gravel Bike has the need for off-road, and the frame is generally equipped with disc brake system and disc brake wheel set. For example, Novatec has launched G24 carbon fiber wheel set for Gravel Bike. The G24 refers to the inner width of 24mm, adopts Hookless hookless claws and Tubeless Ready design, and can also be used in Shimano HG, Shimano 11S, SRAM XDR and Campagnolo 13S systems; the G24 weighs only 1,575g.
Novatec G24 carbon fiber wheel set designed for Gravel Bike.
single disk with large flywheel
Gravel Bike may ride in more extreme and large drop road conditions, so its speed change system will also have larger flywheels like mountain bikes, providing a lighter gear ratio. For example, XPLR is a gearbox specially launched by SRAM for Gravel Bike. It uses a single disk like a mountain bike, and does not have a front transmission; the rear transmission system can be paired with a flywheel up to 10-44T, with a wider gear ratio, allowing the rider to overcome extreme terrain; in addition, since the frame of the Gravel Bike is already heavier than that of the road bike, XPLR also emphasizes lighter weight on the parts.
This system also integrates the RockShox Rudy shock absorber fork of SRAM's brand. This is an shock absorber fork designed specifically for road/Gravel frames, so it also emphasizes lightweight. The 30-40mm shock absorber travel allows Gravel Bike to make a small leap and reduce the vibration of riding on gravel roads. The front fork has reserved mud-removing locking holes, and can also accommodate wider tires.
XPLR is a speed change kit specially launched by SRAM for Gravel Bike.
Gravel Bike also needs wider tires. MAXXIS has launched three special tires for Gravel Bike, namely Ravager, Rambler and Receptor. It mainly depends on the road conditions of riding, and has different tread designs. For example, Receptor has a lighter tread that is used on lighter gravel pavements, suitable for long-distance travel and poorer asphalt pavements in the suburbs; while Rambler has a deeper tread and is more inclined to off-road pavements; Ravager is a heavier off-road that can overcome more difficult terrain.
MAXXIS Gravel launches different special tire options depending on the road conditions of the ride.
When the Gravel Bike is equipped with a shock absorber fork, it is not surprising that the seat tube has shock absorber. The KS RAGE iS adjustable seat tube launched by Kesack also has shock absorbing function. The air pressure shock absorbing spring in the seat tube is 30mm. The special air chamber design makes the seat tube softer and harder, and the shock absorbing is the hardest when it reaches the highest level. The lower the seat tube, the softer the shock absorbing, to meet different riding conditions and rider weight, allowing both entry-level and players to be suitable, and can also cope with more difficult terrain, making riders more comfortable to ride. It can be said to be a very humane and caring product.
KS RAGE iS adjustable seat tube allows both beginners and players to use.
Of course, Gravel Bike's seat cushions and handles that come into contact with the person in a bumpy riding environment must also be considered for comfort. Therefore, like the Mc Selle seat cushion brand, there are also special seat cushions for Gravel Bike. The angle of the rear end of the seat cushion is designed for off-road purposes. The two-wing nylon shell is elastic and tough, and the seat bow has a long flat position, which makes the seat cushion more elastic in the seat bone position, so that riders can absorb more shock and comfort in small jumps and bumpy road conditions, and reduce butt discomfort.
Mc Selle's Gravel Bike seat cushions emphasize more shock absorption and comfort.
For the needs of Gravel Bike riding, consumers can also choose handlebars with different functional requirements according to their preferences and habits. For example, Ciclovation has launched a composite rubber handle belt, which can improve weather resistance, have a good anti-slip effect, and will have a certain thickness and elasticity, which can also improve the feel of holding. Of course, car owners can also wrap it thicker and add more comfort. Because if you ride Gravel Bike, the handlebars are too dirty, so the operators will also recommend black, gray, and dark coffee colors, so they are not afraid of being dirty.
Ciclovation has many different functions and appearances to choose from.
After riding Gravel Bike, the chain will be covered with sand, mud, etc., so the selection and maintenance of the chain are also very important. The chain manufacturer KMC specially recommends the EPT special coating series chain. After 650 hours of salt spray resistance and complete coating components from the inside out, KMC's EPT special coating series chain not only has comprehensive anti-rust function, can resist stains and corrosion, adapt to extreme climates, resist salt spray and water, it can easily deal with tests such as wet mud or violent rainfall. Simply rinsing with clean water can remove mud and stains, effectively reduce the number of maintenance, and is more suitable for Gravel backpackers who often go out.
KMC's EPT special coating series chains can be stain-resistant and corrosion-resistant.
Of course, after riding Gravel Bike, it is best to clean, maintain and oil Gravel Bike to ensure that Gravel Bike works better. To ensure the cleanliness of the chain and extend the life of the chain, FAV has launched the top chain oil , which combines cleaning and lubrication functions, which can effectively reduce the wear of parts.
FAV top-level chain oil combines cleaning and lubrication functions, and can also reduce wear of parts.
has successively launched Gravel Bike's special personal parts, and Shimano has launched the extremely lightweight RX800 GRAVEL competition-grade shoes. It weighs only 265g (130g/double lighter than the XC901), which can effectively exert its product characteristics in thousands of pedaling actions, completing single-day competitions or days of adventures.
RX8 uses a high-density heel cup insole, combined with an excellent adaptability arch pad design, lightweight, wear-resistant TPU environmentally friendly plastic sole stop slider, to achieve the best balance of pedaling performance and road walking. The one-piece upper is made of soft synthetic leather, while the insole is made of Silvadur silver ion technology, which helps reduce odor generation. And is the bronze appearance also suitable for Gravel Bike's riding style?
Shimano extremely lightweight RX800 Gravel competition-grade shoes.
So if you are a rider who only likes to ride on asphalt roads, then there are not many opportunities to use Gravel Bike, but if you go out to ride, like to find different paths to ride, and walk around freely without restraint, you will encounter road conditions that are not suitable for riding on a road bike. For example, if you ride on a country road, broken asphalt road, or the "Tongkat Tunnel" in the woods, if you ride a road bike, you may be terrified or simply take a detour. But if it is a Gravel Bike, these difficult road conditions can be overcome. Therefore, in Europe and the United States, more and more car enthusiasts use the Gravel Bike as a station wagon.
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