Gravel Goodness - Merlin Cycles Weblog

[ad_1]

As gravel using has grow to be extra in style and extra merchandise and bikes are out out there, there may be an ever rising quantity of distinctive bikes and equipment out there. Right here’s our decide of good, shiny stuff from the highest of the gravel pile.

Wilier Jena Ekar Gravel Bike

Whether or not you view it as an all-Italian thoroughbred or only a actually, very nice gravel bike, the Wilier Jena Ekar ticks all of the containers. With what most gravelistas would most likely contemplate to be a top-tier european construct, the Jena options Campagnolo 13 Pace Ekar groupset and Miche Graff wheels. Full particulars and spec right here.

Token RoubX Prime Carbon Wheelset

With a wheelset weight of underneath 1500 grams and the flexibility to run tubeless or clinchers from 700x30mm to 29×2.1″, the Token RoubX wheels are excellent for off-road race bikes, both cyclocross or gravel. Presently (21.04.22) on sale with a whopping 41% low cost.

Merlin Malt G2X Frameset

The Malt G2X is proving itself to be a greater than succesful frameset. These frames are at the moment being ridden by our prospects in extraordinarily assorted landscapes world wide, from the open plains of central Canada, to milder trails of inland Australia. The Malt G2X frameset options: light-weight, but robust, triple-butted alluminium tubing, a tapered entrance steerer (1 1/8-1.5″) for a strong, predictable entrance finish. The Malt G2X geometry presents consolation, stability and easy efficiency, whereas the total carbon fork successfully smooths out trails by absorbing vibrations from rougher surfaces.The frameset has the pliability to be constructed with 1x or 2x transmission and on 650b or 700c wheels, full construct weights between 8 – 10KG relying on specification.

Need one already constructed? Take a look at the Malt G2X GRX

Deda Gravel 100 RHM Handlebars

Developed from the favored Zero 100 Deda drop bar, the Gravel 100 has a light aero form which permits a extra snug hand maintain. With its ‘easy to live wth’ compact form and mild aptitude on the drops, the Gravel 100 presents an important mixture of consolation and management, while weighing in at a decent 260 grams.

Maxxis Rambler Exo TR

A tyre for combined circumstances, the Rambler Exo TR (tubeless prepared) has tightly packed centre knobs for higher rolling resistance on hardpacked surfaces and extra spaced out aspect knobs for predictable cornering and digging in to variable terrain.

100% Altius Gravel Helmet

That includes 14 giant vents for good airflow, a washable moisture wicking anti-microbial liner and the Smartshock Rotational Safety System, the Altius is engineered for the calls for of right now’s gravel bike rider.

Sidi Jarin

The Sidi Jarin is the last word shoe for gravel using, designed utilising a mixture of MTB and Street shoe attributes and options. The stiff carbon sole is nice for energy switch; the graceful completed higher and rubber toe part are simple to wipe clear of mud or mud. With the standard Sidi characteristic such because the heel cup, matched with the straightforward & quick Techno 3 Plus closure system, the Jarin footwear are the best choice for gravel using.

Restrap Bar Bag – Massive

Planning a summer time of bike-packing or touring? Perhaps want to hold stuff however don’t have eyelets in your bike? The Restrap Bar Bag might be the accent you're in search of. The bar bag has a beneficiant 14 litre capability with an additional 3 litres out there within the meals pouch.

Campagnolo Ekar 13 Pace Groupset

That includes the world’s lightest gravel particular drivetrain and 13 gears (together with a tiny 9 sprocket), Campagnolo’s lengthy awaited enterprise to gravel hasn’t disillusioned. The groupset options a lovely carbon chainset design, whereas the gear modifications have the acquainted strong Campagnolo ‘klunk’ when altering. Cleverly designed levers make gear shifts simple from the hoods and the drops.