Gravel AL
Gravel AL
Exploration of being
Gravel AL
Gravel AL
Exploration of being
Gravel AL
Gravel AL
Exploration of being
Gravel AL
Gravel AL
Exploration of being
Gravel AL
Gravel AL
Exploration of Being
Exploration lives in all of us.
A basic human need that’s pushed us forward long before the invention of the wheel. And in a world where every corner has been seemingly documented, posted & shared – we still have an innate desire to find out what’s out there for ourselves.
It's here, somewhere far beyond the end of the pavement, where enlightenment happens. Where your phone stopped working hours ago, shortcuts turn into dead ends, and the only reference point is the horizon line beckoning you over that next hill.
This trip is about the lifelong pursuit to uncover something new – about your environment, your limits, and ultimately yourself.
This is Exploration of Being
Features
2024 Gravel Bike of the Year
"A simple design with an 'everything you need and nothing you don’t' philosophy. I think I’m now in love with aluminum gravel race bikes." — Bicycling Magazine
Modern aesthetic
A gently sloping top tube, dropped seat stays, and up to 47mm tire clearance bring aluminum design into the 21st century.
Aero design
Our custom kammtail downtube, one-piece carbon cockpit, fully integrated cables make it slippery where it matters.
Snappy ride
Premium 7005 double-butted aluminum tubing and curved seatstays give a little flex and spring while being more durable than carbon and 100% recyclable.
Future proof
Electronic 2X and Mechanical 1X compatible, threaded T47 bb, a round 31.6mm seatpost, and SRAM UDH means easy maintenance and no proprietary parts to limit your options.
Perfect fit
8 sizes fit you better, from ~5'0" to ~6'7"
Wheel options
Specs
BlackHeart double butted 7005 aluminum frame
BlackHeart alloy seatpost clamp
FSA ACR Headset
(ENVE in-route headset with ENVE bar/stem option)
BlackHeart 12mm (1.5 x 164mm) thru axle
T47-85.5 bottom bracket
1X Electronic or mechanical
2X Electronic only
34.9mm front derailleur hanger size
Max chainring
- 48/31T Shimano
- 48/35T SRAM
- 48T single
- Max 700c tires = 47mm (measured width)
(650b not recommended)
Enve Gravel In-Route Carbon
55/53 mm offset
395mm axle to crown
Enve thru axle
520 grams
Max 700c tires = 50mm
BlackHeart Carbon
Dual-bolt clamp design
Round and oval rail compatibility
31.6mm diameter
0 / 20mm offset
225 grams
Zipp SL Speed Carbon
Infinite angle clamp design
Round and oval rail compatibility
31.6mm diameter
0 / 20mm offset
204 grams
ENVE Carbon
Dual-bolt clamp design
Round and oval rail compatibility
31.6mm diameter
0 / 20mm offset
204 grams
FSA
FSA Adventure Compact alloy handlebar
External routing
Width (Tops c-to-c) = 40/42/44cm
Drop = 125mm
Reach = 80mm
12 degree flare
Zipp Service Course SL stem
Length = 80-120mm
Stem Angle = -6°
135 grams
Zipp
Zipp SL 70 XPLR carbon handlebar
External routing
Width (Tops c-to-c) = 40/42/44cm
Drop = 115mm
Reach = 70mm
5 degree flare / 11 degree outsweep
240 grams
Zipp Service Course SL stem
Length = 80-120mm
Stem Angle = -6°
135 grams
BlackHeart
BlackHeart integrated carbon barstem
Fully internal routing
Dust cap and spacers included
Computer mount included
Width (Tops c-to-c) = 38/40/42cm
Length = 80-120mm
Drop = 127mm
Reach = 77mm
Stem Angle = -10°
375-400 grams
ENVE Handlebar & Stem
ENVE SES AR Road carbon handlebar
Semi-internal routing
Width (Tops c-to-c) = 38/40/42cm
Drop = 127mm
Reach = 76mm
23.5mm flare
243-280 grams
ENVE carbon stem
Length = 80-120mm
Stem Angle = -6°
118-142 grams
Frame = 1690 grams (Size 56)
Fork = 520 grams
Seatpost = 255 grams (300mm) / 275 grams (350mm)
Rider weight limit = 220 lb / 100 kg
Builds typically weigh 18 to 22 lbs depending on groupset, wheel, tire, and component choice.
We independently test to CPSC 1512 and ISO 4210 standards in Southern California and offer a lifetime warranty on titanium frames and seatposts as well as our carbon forks and seatposts, and aluminum frames carry a 5 year warranty against manufacturer defects for the original owner. 3rd party parts are covered under the original manufacturer's warranty.
Geometry
Sizing
We offer 8 sizes to fit you better, from ~ 5'0" to ~ 6'7".
Take advantage of our Perfect Fit Program for a guaranteed fit.
