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
Gravel AL
- Lifetime warranty
Next order of V2 frames is due April 2026.
Contact to preorder out of stock sizes > hello@blackheartbikeco.com
Framesets include frame, fork, headset, seatpost, seatpost collar, thru axles, and rear derailleur hanger.
Frame
- V2 = Double butted 6066 aluminum frame
- V1 = Double butted 7055 aluminum frame
- 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 tire
- V2 = up to 50mm front and rear
- V1 = up to 50mm front and 47mm rear
- 650b not recommended) - 1690 grams (Size 56)
Fork
- ENVE Gravel In-Route carbon
- ENVE 12mm thru axle
- Max 700c tire = up to 50mm
- 520 grams
Included Parts
- BlackHeart Carbon SL seatpost 0mm
- BlackHeart aluminum seatpost clamp
- BlackHeart 12mm thru axle
- FSA ACR Headset or ENVE in-route headset with ENVE bar/stem option
Weight
- Rider weight limit
- V2 = 275 lb / 125 kg
- V1 = 225 lb / 100 kg - Builds typically weigh 18 to 22 lbs depending on groupset, wheel, tire, and component choice.
- Framesets with stock paint ship 1 week after of order.
- Framesets with custom paint ship within 4 weeks after order and orders can not be canceled once custom paint has been completed.
- Full builds are built to order in California and ship week 4 after order.
- Timelines are valid for in stock framesets and/or 3rd party vendor parts. For orders that include out of stock framesets and/or parts a custom timeline will be provided.
- We offer custom fork paint using Cerakote, an ultra-thin, highly durable, heat-cured ceramic paint.
- Select from any of the H-Series colors.
- Custom paint takes approximately 4 weeks.
We independently test to CPSC 1512 and ISO 4210 standards and offer a lifetime warranty on our titanium and aluminum frames, titanium and carbon seatposts, and carbon forks and handlebars against manufacturing defects for the original owner.
Full details below
Custom Paint
Available on Gravel AL V1 bikes and framesets.
Custom frame, logo, and fork paint is included in the price.
Preview the most popular color combinations below. Click Here to see all available colors.
**Note the renders are an approximation. You are encouraged to Google colors to see example pictures and/or order free color swatches to confirm.**
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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 6066 (V2) / 7005 (V1) 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.
Sizing
We offer 8 sizes to fit you better, from ~ 5'0" to ~ 6'8".
Take advantage of our Perfect Fit Program for a guaranteed fit.
Geometry
