Gravel


If gravel racing and long-distance adventures are already your thing, you need to see the Devote Advanced Pro.
At first, gravel cycling was done on a garden-variety touring bike: Long wheelbase, stable geometry, room for wide tires, and durable components. It did the job sorta OK, despite the fact it handled like an artichoke. Plus lugging a 30+lb. bike up challenging inclines could get old pretty fast. When the gravel scene exploded, Giant knew it had to rise to the top of the food chain with lighter high-performance machines like the Devote Advanced Pro.
Giant started with their own Advanced-Grade Composite carbon fiber, ensuring excellent quality control, light weight and durability. By utilizing a geometry for gravel (not overloaded touring), the Devote Advanced Pro brings instant pedaling response to every ride. A massive down tube, press-fit bottom bracket and 12mm thru-axles adds impressive torsional strength for razor-sharp handling and effective power transfer. No wasted energy means more speed. An OverDrive tapered head tube/steerer tube interface adds an extra level of handling precision in all conditions. The Devote's overall geometry is more upright, allowing a wider range of riders -and rider flexibilities- to get comfortable over multi-hour adventures. Every ride could last all day in the rough stuff, and Giant added useful details to the Devote Advanced Pro. An X-Defender downtube guard helps deflect rocks and gravel, while a smart mounting system allows rack installation. There's even room for tires up to 45mm wide.
The Devote Advanced Pro features Shimano's 11-speed GRX Di2 electronic shifting. Each gear change is literally lightning-quick, and never needs adjustment. Hard pedaling loads are no longer a problem, even during uphill, out-of-the-saddle efforts. The GRX lever shape is more comfortable for handling rough terrain, and the lever hoods feature a textured surface for better grip. Battery life between charges is 900-1,000 miles. A Shimano GRX 48/31T crankset and 11-34T cassette bring a very wide gearing range to every challenging ride or race. KEY PERFORMANCE FACTORS Smooth Operator Internal cable routing and D-Fuse seatpost and handlebars keep this gravel bike clean and contoured for vibration-damping comfort and less maintenance. HIGHLIGHTS ADVANCED-GRADE COMPOSITE Lightweight Advanced-Grade Composite frame and fork tuned specifically for women. HYDRAULIC DISC BRAKES Frame is engineered with flat-mount disc-brake integration for superior braking performance in all weather and any terrain. TUBELESS Integrated tubeless wheel system and tires deliver improved efficiency, comfort, and control. D-FUSE TECHNOLOGY D-Fuse flare drop handlebars combined with D-Fuse composite seatpost (Devote Advanced Pro & Devote Advanced 2) minimize vibrations and absorb shock to create a smooth, compliant ride quality.





A gravel bike takes many forms, from lightweight racers to long-haul expedition machines. Many manufacturers build multi-surface bicycles, but the bikes from Gunnar are a special breed. Handcrafted from steel in Waterford, Wisconsin.
The frame of the Hyper-X is built with True Temper's OX Platinum chro-moly steel. This steel alloy offers a supple ride, while boasting light weight and outstanding durability. Up front, a 44mm head tube adds to the Hyper-X's handling precision, especially in technical terrain. A long wheelbase improves stability on rough surfaces. Out back, the Hyper-X features flat-mount disc brake mounts that reduce overall bike weight and reduce caliper twisting for better brake performance. A 12mm rear thru-axle ensures excellent hub alignment and higher torsional rigidity. Rack mounts, fender mounts and bottle cage bosses add versatility to the Hyper-X. The fork is an all-carbon Whisky Parts Co. unit, keeping overall weight low while soaking up fatiguing vibration over rough terrain. Multiple bottle mounts on the fork blades make preparing for multi-day gravel tours that much easier. The fork's flat-mount brake caliper installation and 12mm thru-axle dropouts keep the Hyper-X current.
Our in-stock Hyper-X is equipped with Shimano's excellent 11-speed 105 components. Power delivery is through an alloy 50/34T 105 compact crankset, while an 11-32T Shimano cassette boasts a wide gearing range. The latest version of Shimano's 105 derailleurs require less hand strength to operate, and feature shorter shifter throws. The rear derailleur is a Shadow-style unit with a more tucked-in profile that enhances shifting performance as well as being slightly more aero. The front derailleur's cage is tapered to allow installation of wider tires as well. Bontrager supplies the tubeless-ready alloy Paradigm Comp wheels, bringing durability and light weight to the Hyper-X. The rims feature a 21mm interior width, allowing a given tire to spread out for a better "footprint". Meaty 700x43c tubeless-ready Panaracer GravelKing SK tires boast plenty of grip on crumbling surfaces. Shimano hydraulic 105 disc brakes provide excellent stopping power in all conditions, rain or shine. The Hyper-X's cockpit is also from Bontrager, including the Verse Comp road saddle, seatpost, alloy Elite road handlebar and accessory-ready Elite Blendr stem.
Gunnar bicycles can be built to your custom specifications, including frame fit, geometry, frame details, accessory mounts, and even color. Please call for details. Keep in mind that delays are still ongoing in the bike industry, and that turnaround times for custom bikes are still subject to change.





The Revolt series of bicycles are built for adventures off the beaten path, commutes on the bike path, and everything in between. Read on...
The Advanced-Grade carbon fiber frame and fork of the Revolt Advanced 1 aren't repurposed from a cyclocross bike. They're a from-scratch design that prioritizes stable handling, light weight, a comfortable fit and wide tire clearance. How wide? Room for tires up to 53mm! A longer top tube and shorter stem improves stability by kicking the front wheel ahead of the rider's center of gravity. By changing the Revolt Advanced 1's overall design to that "progressive geometry", the bike becomes more controllable over rough and choppy surfaces. The bottom bracket is also lower by 10mm, making the bike feel more planted on rough terrain. The Revolt Advanced 1's press-fit PowerCore bottom bracket transmits every watt to the rear wheel by eliminating power-robbing flex. A tapered head tube/steerer tube interface adds precision to every corner and high-speed descent. Out back, the dropouts feature a "flip chip" design that allows the rider to change the bike's wheelbase by 10mm. Short for a more road-like feel, or longer for a more stable feel over rough and crumbly surfaces. Mounts for racks, fenders, bottles and a direct-mount top tube bag make the Revolt Advanced 1 ready for any adventure. 12mm thru-axle dropouts, flat-mount brake calipers and internal cable routing shows how Giant wanted to make the Revolt Advanced 1 a sleek performer.
A gravel bike has to perform with every gear shift and squeeze of the brake lever, and the Revolt Advanced 1 has that covered. SRAM's Rival eTap AXS components are found throughout the single-ring drivetrain, ensuring precise operation and long service life. The wireless shifting technology of SRAM's Rival drivetrain makes every shift lightning quick! The battery life is about 550-600 miles, and battery life can be monitored with SRAM's AXS smartphone app. 12-speed SRAM Rival eTap AXS components include the adjustable-reach dual-control levers, XPLR derailleur, and even the wide-range 10-44T cassette. A SRAM Rival alloy crankset boasts a single 40T chainring, allowing a less than 1-to-1 gear ratio for intimidating inclines. Giant's own tubeless-ready alloy P-X2 Disc wheels are wrapped with 700x45c gravel-tread Maxxis Rambler tires for low rolling resistance and grippy confidence in the rough stuff. SRAM also supplies the Rival hydraulic disc brakes, adding excellent stopping power in all conditions, rain or shine.
To help take the edge off of washboard trails, broken pavement and awful railway crossings, Giant supplies the Contact Switch dropper seatpost that can get the Approach saddle out of the way at the push of the bar-mounted lever. A Contact alloy stem clamps an equally clever XR D-Fuse alloy road handlebar.


Technology mixed with decades of engineering experience at Trek has led us to awesome machines like this. Trek's 500 Series OCLV carbon fiber makes up the frame, producing a very light chassis. Need even wider tires? The Checkpoint SL 6 will take rubber up to 45mm wide, thanks to a roomy fork and a clever "dropped" drive-side chainstay. Got plenty of stuff? Rack mounts, fender mounts and up to 4 bottle mounts let you install all kinds of bags and accessories for multi-day adventures. Are the "roads" barely worthy of the name? The Checkpoint SL 6 has your back with an IsoSpeed decoupler and Ride Tuned seatmast at the top of the seat tube/top tube juncture. This allows the frame and seatmast to comfortably flex when attacking washboard hardpan, pavement transitions and railway crossings. A stable geometry and a low bottom bracket add confidence on loose surfaces. That comfort doesn't come at the cost of handling and torsional strength, though. A tapered head tube and rock-solid BB90 bottom bracket adds strength for precise handling and flex-free power delivery. An adjustable Strangehold thru-axle rear dropout can adjust the wheelbase by as much as 15mm, offering a longer wheelbase for stability, or a shorter wheelbase for the more classic feel of a road bike. Loose surfaces can mean lots of "roost" from spinning tires, but the Checkpoint SL's Carbon Armor will protect the downtube's bottom from flying stones. Front and rear 12mm thru-axles bring an extra dash of torsional strength for razor-sharp handling.
The Checkpoint SL 6 is equipped with Shimano's latest 11-speed GRX components, adding precise operation, excellent durability and very low weight to the bike. The hoods of the dual-control GRX levers have been reshaped and retextured, giving the rider better grip while reach adjustability has been kept for riders with smaller hands. The new rear GRX derailleur boasts a Shadow-style low profile design and a clutch brought over from mountain biking. The lever-operated clutch helps prevent chain drops and chain slap on rough terrain. The Shadow-style rear derailleur requires less hand strength to operate and is also less likely to get snagged by trail-side branches and rocks. The front GRX derailleur is also equipped with the same toggle-style mechanism found on the newest Ultegra 11-speed unit. The trimmed tail of the front derailleur's cage adds clearance for wider tires on a short-wheelbase bike. Flat-mount GRX hydraulic disc brakes add confident stopping power in all conditions as well as excellent lever feedback. The stainless steel and aluminum IceTech Freeza rotors disperse heat much faster than all-steel rotors; helpful when descending fast while loaded down with cargo. A 48/31T GRX crankset and 11-34T Shimano HG800 cassette boasts a huge gearing range for challenging climbs and steep descents.
Bontrager's Paradigm Comp 25 alloy wheels are tubeless-ready, allowing the Checkpoint SL 6 to take on truly awful surfaces and trails with confidence. These light wheels are laced with 24 stainless steel spokes each, and are ready to take on gravel fire roads with Bontrager's 700x40c GR1 Team Issue tires. The 25mm internal width of the rims allow the tires to spread out for better grip and handling. The Bontrager rear thru-axle hub is equipped with a Rapid Drive 54 freehub, allowing faster engagement with every pedal stroke. A Bontrager Arvada Comp saddle offers a comfy perch for multi-hour (or multi-day) rides and races. An accessory-ready alloy Bontrager Pro Blendr stem and alloy Bontrager Elite IsoZone VR-CF road handlebar complete the cockpit of this gravel-conquering masterpiece.






Checkpoint's aluminum-framed ALR 5 represents Trek's commitment to riders looking for freedom and adventure, but who also look for value.
The Checkpoint ALR 5 combines rugged construction, a responsive feel, versatile design and a new geometry for riders looking to discover (or rediscover) adventure cycling. The frameset of the Checkpoint ALR for 2022 is slightly different with a slightly longer top tube and correspondingly shorter stem and handlebar reach. Mountain bike designers call this "progressive geometry", allowing better control on gravel-strewn descents. A change to the fork rake ensures the nimble handling of previous Checkpoint bicycles hasn't changed. An upright fit allows a wider range of riders -and rider flexibilities- to get comfortable. The 300 Series Alpha aluminum frame features tapered and butted tubes created by hydroforming, keeping weight low while adding plenty of strength. There's room for tires up to 45mm (!), depending on rim width. A tapered head tube/steerer tube interface also adds handling precision while traversing rough surfaces. There's more strength to be found at the threaded T47 bottom bracket that all but eliminates power-robbing flex at the crankset. A 3S chain keeper, Control Freak internal cable routing, and accessory mounts from stem to stern demonstrate how much this bike is ready for expeditions across town or across the state. There are even mounts under the top tube for a direct-mount frame bag.
Shimano's proven 11-speed GRX components are built for riding all day in the rough stuff, and are found throughout the Checkpoint ALR 5. Adjustable-reach dual-control levers, a clutch-equipped rear derailleur, toggle-pivot front derailleur, flat-mount disc brakes and a redesigned 46/30T compact crankset are all Shimano GRX components. An 11-34T Shimano cassette boasts a huge gearing range for tackling challenging terrain. Tubeless-ready alloy Bontrager Paradigm wheels are wrapped with Bontrager GR1 Team Issue 700x40c tubeless-ready gravel tires, offering easy acceleration and confident grip in a wide range of surfaces. Shimano GRX hydraulic disc brakes bring effective stopping power to the Checkpoint ALR 5 in all conditions, rain or shine. A Bontrager P3 Verse Comp saddle sits atop an alloy Bontrager seatpost, while an accessory-ready Bontrager Elite Blendr stem and flared alloy Bontrager Elite Gravel road handlebars with a 13 degree flare complete this capable machine.



If your travels take you far -and you want your bike to keep up with your wanderlust- the Felt Broam 40 will get you to your destination.
The Broam 40 was planned from the outset as a bike that would keep you comfortable while covering ground both rough and smooth. A long wheelbase and stable-as-a-limo geometry make every mile easier, espcially if the "roads" are barely worthy of the name. The Broam 40's tall head tube allows a wider range of riders -and ride flexibilities- to get comfortable for long days in the saddle. Felt's own featherweight Superlite aluminum frame has been hydroformed to improve torsional strength for better power transfer and when carrying cargo. The added strength of the Broam 40's tapered head tube and 12mm thru-axles improves handling, especially during high-speed turns and descents. Mounts for racks, fenders and bottle cages (up to 4!) are found throughout the Broam 40, making it versatile for everything from touring to commuting to grocery-getting. Internal cable routing keeps shifter cables clean in dirty or messy conditions. A UHC Performance carbon fiber fork soaks up vibration as well as keeping overall weight low.
The Broam 40's 10-speed Shimano Tiagra and GRX components bring precise operation and durability along for the ride. The dual-control Tiagra levers have an adjustable reach, allowing riders with small hands better confidence and control, especially under hard braking. The GRX 400RX derailleurs shift the chain across a Shimano GRX 46/30T crankset and 11-34T Shimano cassette. Yes, that's a less than 1-to-1 ratio for the "granny gear"! A clutch feature in the GRX rear derailleur works hard to keep the chain engaged when tackling bumpy trails and gravel.
Alloy wheels with a 21mm interior rim width are wrapped with meaty 700x40c Maxxis Refuse tires, allowing the Broam 40 to soak up impacts and boast bags of grip. The bike's maximum tire clearance is 45mm, so even wider tires are possible... Helping to reign in speed is a pair of TRP's cable-operated HY/RD disc brakes. The Broam 40's Shimano Tiagra brake levers are classic cable-style units, but the caliper's isolated hydraulics automatically adjust for pad wear and offer better lever feedback. Cool, huh? An SR Essenza Blackstar Gel saddle is mounted on an alloy Devox A3 seatpost, while an adjustable-angle alloy Devox stem and alloy Devox "adventure bend" road handlebar complete the Broam 40.






The Revolt series of bicycles are built for adventures off the beaten path, commutes on the bike path, and everything in between. The Revolt 2 is the "entry-level" machine, but the design and component build are anything but ground-floor tech. Read on...
The ALUXX-grade frame and Advanced-Grade Composite carbon fiber fork of the Revolt 2 aren't repurposed from a cyclocross bike. They're a from-scratch design that prioritizes stable handling, light weight, a comfortable fit and wide tire clearance. How wide? Room for tires up to 700x45c! The Revolt 2's FSA MegaExo press fit bottom bracket transmits every watt to the rear wheel by eliminating power-robbing flex. A tapered Overdrive head tube/steerer tube interface adds precision to every corner and high-speed descent. 12mm thru-axle dropouts, flat-mount brake calipers and internal cable routing shows how Giant wanted the make the Revolt 2 a sleek performer. Mounts for up to 3 water bottle cages make the Revolt 2 a great choice for long days in the wilderness.
A gravel bike has to perform with every gear shift and squeeze of the brake lever, and the Revolt 2 has that covered. Shimano's 9-speed Sora components are found throughout the drivetrain, ensuring precise operation and long service life. 9-speed Sora components include the adjustable-reach dual-control levers, front and rear derailleurs, and even the wide-range 11-34T cassette. FSA's Vero Pro alloy crankset boasts a 48/32T chainring combo, allowing a less than 1-to-1 gear ratio for intimidating inclines. Giant's own tubeless-ready alloy SX-2 Disc wheels are wrapped with 700x38c gravel-tread Crosscut AT 2 tubeless-ready tires for low rolling resistance and grippy confidence in the rough stuff. Tektro supplies the cable-operated MD-C550 disc brakes, adding excellent stopping power in all conditions, rain or shine.
To help take the edge off of washboard trails, broken pavement and awful railway crossings, Giant developed a clever D-Fuse alloy seatpost that has just enough flex to keep the rider comfortable without "pogo-ing" while sitting in the Approach saddle. An alloy Sport stem clamps an equally clever XR Ergo-Control alloy road handlebar.
