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bikes20 hours ago•82 min saved

Aero gravel showdown: Crux 5 edges rivals in wind tunnel test as Argon 18 leads bike-only

Wind-tunnel testing of aero gravel bikes at 35 km/h compares current models. Argon 18 Anti Matter posts the best bike-only drag numbers, Specialized Crux 5 leads the rider-on results by a razor-thin margin, and Wilier Rave sits close; Pinarello Dogma GR and Reap Type 300 are within the margin of top spot. The study also shows tyre clearance and wheel choice matter: wider tyres (up to 57–61mm) reduce rolling resistance and drag, and a wheel upgrade can swing watts by several points (Lauf Seigla benefiting most). Overall, aero and clearance plus rider position drive gravel-bike performance far more than any single factor.

via Cyclingnews|

#aero #argon-18-anti-matter #bikes

technology21 hours ago•66 min saved

Specialized Crux 5 pivots to aero gravel with lighter builds and new geometry

Specialized today unveiled the Crux 5, a gravel-focused redesign that shifts away from cyclocross with a longer, slacker geometry, 55mm tyre clearance, and 52t chainring clearance. Builds start around 6.9–7.1 kg with lighter Terra wheels and a one-piece cockpit, and the bike touts about a 15.2-watt aero improvement over the previous Crux. It remains 1x-compatible (with mechanical groupsets), internally routed, and introduces an S-Level lineup alongside S-Works, aiming to be a true gravel racer rather than a cross bike. The company backs its aero claims with wind-tunnel data and its “Equation of Speed,” factoring weight, rolling resistance, and aerodynamics into on-trail performance. Prices range from roughly $4,500 to $14,000, with framesets available in select markets.

via Cyclingnews|

#aero-efficiency #geometry #gravel-bikes

technology3 days ago•65 min saved

Open WIDE 2.0 Expands Gravel Performance with 66mm Tires and Aero Focus

Open’s Open WIDE 2.0 gravel bike blends an aero-forward front end with the ability to run 55–66mm tires, aiming for fast, stable performance on rough terrain while prioritizing ride comfort. Highlights include a deep-section head tube/cockpit, thin seatstays for compliance, a 27.2mm seatpost, droppers-compatible routing, extensive bag mounts, internal downtube storage, the OPEN BAR bar/stem, and the AC/DC aero cargo fork. It ships this May as framesets or complete bikes, with MSRP to be announced.

via Bikerumor|

#66mm-tires #aero #gravel-bikes

sports2 years ago•51 min saved

Top Picks: Best Bikes and Gear of 2023 by Editors and Experts

In a slower gear year for the bike industry, Singletracks editors Jeff and Matt discuss their favorite bikes and gear tested in 2023. Some notable bikes include the Canyon Spectral CF 8 with its mixed wheel build and coil shock, the Evil the Following, the Pivot Mach 4 SL, the Jamis Renegade gravel bike, and the Canfield Lithium. They also mention the Transition TransAm and the Diamondback Yowie as interesting bikes they didn't get to test. Overall, they highlight the fun and versatility of downcountry and short-travel trail bikes.

via Singletracks.com|

#bike-reviews #gear-testing #gravel-bikes

cycling2 years ago•7 min saved

MADE Bike Show 2023: Unveiling the Coolest Gravel and Road Bikes

The MADE Bike Show 2023 in Portland showcased a range of impressive gravel bikes from builders like Argonaut, Seeker, Haley Cycles, Onguza, and more. Seeker Bicycles offers quality steel and titanium gravel bikes with a short wait time for delivery. Framework Bicycles impressed with their technically advanced bikes, featuring parametric 3D models and custom cranksets. Onguza Bicycles showcased hand-built steel bikes from Namibia, while Haley Cycles focused on titanium frames. Flux Customs displayed their own frames alongside their painting and finishing expertise. Argonaut launched their GR3 Supernaut gravel bike frameset, known for its ride quality and attention to detail.

via Outside Magazine|

#argonaut #cycling #framework-bicycles

cycling2 years ago•5 min saved

SRAM's Apex groupset now offers 12-speed electronic and mechanical shifting options.

SRAM has launched its fourth tier Apex AXS groupset, which is a 12-speed electronic drivetrain option available in XPLR wide-range configuration with 10-36t, 10-44t and 11-44t cassettes. The groupset is one-by only (1x) and is compatible with hydraulic disc brakes only. SRAM has also introduced a 12-speed mechanical option for Apex, its first 12-speed mechanical shifting groupset for road bikes. The Apex Eagle AXS and Apex Eagle mechanical groupset options are compatible with a 50t or 52t largest sprocket cassette. The new groupset is heavily geared towards gravel bikes and offers features like standard 11-speed freehub compatibility and flat bar levers.

via Cyclingnews|

#12-speed #apex-axs #cycling