Product news / Gravel: In addition to the long-running e-bike, the gravel bike is probably the great discovery of the past few years in the cycling world. Thanks to their enormous versatility, the gravel racers continue to enjoy great popularity. It is therefore not surprising that the selection is now gigantic. Nevertheless, we tried to find the 10 best gravel bikes 2021 for you!
The most exciting (e)bikes for 2021 in 17 categories
As part of our 2020/2021 readers' poll, we nominated and compiled ten particularly exciting bikes in 17 different bike categories. Are you looking for a new bike for this season? Then you should definitely take a look at our list:
- Top 10: The best children's bikes 2021 - not just for the Easter Bunny
- Top 10: The best cargo bikes with a motor in 2021 – universal space savers
- Top 10: The best trekking bikes 2021 - modern classics
- Top 10: The best urban e-bikes 2021 - chic, fast, hip
- Top 10: The best carbon road bikes 2021 - the noblest of the noble
- Top 10: The best city e-bikes 2021 - not just for the metropolis
- Top 10: The best compact e-bikes 2021 - great space savers
- Top 10: The best entry-level road bikes 2021 - A lot of sport for the money
- Top 10: The best e-gravel bikes of 2021 - sporty despite the motor
- Top 10: The best gravel bikes of 2021 - Versatile trendsetters
- Top 10: The best SUV e-bikes 2021 - Versatile and comfortable
- Top 10: The best e-MTB hardtails 2021 – attractive fringe group
- Top 10: The best hardtail mountain bikes of 2021 – 100% race!
- Top 10: The best fully MTBs 2021 - from XC to Enduro
- Top 10: The best fully E-MTBs 2021 - for trails and everyday use
- Top 10: The best entry-level MTBs 2021 - bargains for the trail
- Top 10: The best trekking e-bikes 2021 - Versatile variety
The 10 best gravel bikes of 2021
Rough Cervelo
A gravel bike can be used in a wide variety of ways: from a relaxed bikepacking companion to an uncompromising race bike for everything between asphalt and trail - and it is precisely the latter that Cérvelo wants to serve with the Aspero. The proven qualities of racing bikes have been taken and mixed with a good dose of off-road potential. Propulsion and rigidity meet generous tire clearance and high comfort. The result is a damn fast gravel bike for chasing the last second.
Price: 3.099 euros – 5.999 euros
Testing the Cervelo Aspero: Too much race performance for a gravel bike?
Test: The Cervelo Aspero comes across as a real gravel race machine at first glance, because not only the aerodynamic tube shapes, but also the geometry seems to have been strongly inspired by fast racing machines. We tested for you whether the Aspero can hold its own on gravel or whether it belongs more on the road. The […]
Bull's Trail Grinder
With its well-balanced riding characteristics and unimagined off-road qualities, the Trail Grinder from Bulls won our Gravel hearts. The extra wide Schwalbe tyres, together with the lowerable seat post and the pleasingly high level of riding comfort, are a lot of fun, especially when things really get bumpy. Since you can also get full Shimano GRX equipment and clever frame features such as the MonkeyLink interfaces for less than 2.000 euros, the price/performance ratio is also right.
Price: € 1.999
Trail fun with the gravel bike: Bull's Trail Grinder review
Test Bulls Trail Grinder: The Cologne-based bicycle brand Bulls is celebrating its 25th anniversary and with the Trail Grinder impressively shows that they know their craft when it comes to off-roading, even when it's not about mountain bikes. Curtain up for a versatile off-road racer for every terrain. Since 2007, the in-house, broad-based mountain bike racing team has been […]
BMC URS
URS - in the case of BMC's Gravel gem, these three letters stand for Unrestricted: Free, unrestricted, informal - and the name says it all. The Swiss lightweight carbon frame has pretty much all the features you could want from a modern gravel bike. Bikepackers are happy about numerous mounting points for bags and accessories, everyday cyclists can mount mudguards and hub dynamos and off-road fans even have the option of installing a dropper post and a Fox Gravel suspension fork.
Price: 2.799 euros – 8.999 euros
BMC URS One gravel bike on test: Expensive gravel bike in a class of its own
Test: With an incredibly versatile frame, a great look and high-quality equipment, the BMC Urs One does almost everything right as a gravel bike - but that comes at a price. BMC URS One: The facts Frame material: Carbon Wheel size(s): 700c Maximum tire clearance: 45mm Axle size (v/r): 12×100 / 142×12 Fender mounts: Yes Rack mounts (v/r): No / Yes Bottle holder: Down tube at the top , down tube […]
Rondo Ruut CF
Although little has changed on the Ruut CF for 2021 compared to previous years, the gravel bike from Rondo from Poland is still one of the highlights on the market for us. The striking shape of the light carbon frame is not only an optical gimmick, but also improves comfort and with the so-called twin-tip fork, even the geometry can be adapted to one's own needs. With its generous tire clearance, even real MTB tires can be accommodated in 27,5 inches.
Price: 2.699 euros – 4.699 euros
Rose Backroad
Even with the original Backroad, direct mailer Rose set its own Gravel bar quite high a few years ago. However, the successor can easily fill the big footsteps: low weight? Check! Comfort? Top! assembly points? The next adventure can come! And Rose wouldn't be Rose if the price weren't right too: for less than 3.000 euros you can get a well-equipped, versatile high-end gravel bike weighing less than 9 kilograms.
Price: 2.599 euros – 3.799 euros
Specialized Diverge Carbon
With the Diverge, Specialized already had a gravel bike in its range before the bike category even existed. The current model can meet the correspondingly high expectations: With its extremely progressive geometry and the Future Shock suspension system at the front, it is made for long days on endless gravel roads. In its integrated storage compartment, the most important utensils can be found on short trips, but thanks to numerous mounting points, it is also prepared for adventures lasting several days.
Price: 2.999 euros – 11.999 euros
New gravel bike Specialized Diverge: Unlimited freedom on two wheels?!
First ride/test: Specialized presented the new models of their Gravel bike Diverge in Spain this spring. Velomotion was allowed to be present at the presentation and the first extensive test drives. With the Specialized Diverge, the successful US manufacturer from Morgan Hill, California, launched one of the first series gravel bikes. This not only recognized a budding trend […]
More information about the Diverge Carbon directly from Specialized
Colnago G3x
With the G3x, traditional manufacturer Colnago enters the now so glamorous Gravel stage. The Italians remain true to themselves with their gravel newcomer: With a very sporty, stiff frame optimized for propulsion, the G3x awakens the racer in gravel bikers. It also fits into the picture that there are no mounting points for mudguards and luggage racks; because with all love: A Colnago with luggage rack? That would break our lovers hearts.
Price: 4.190 euros – 5.999 euros
Cannondale Topstone Carbon
With the Topstone Carbon, Cannondale has a real, full-suspension gravel bike in its range. The concept is not entirely new, but probably nowhere else works as well as here. The balancing act between propulsion and comfort is excellent, the KingPin rear triangle and the new Lefty Oliver fork offer a firm 30 mm spring travel at the front and rear without making the bike spongy. In view of this potential, eyelets for attaching bikepacking gear should not be missing either.
Price: 2.599 euros – 7.499 euros
Cannondale Topstone Carbon Ultegra RX Gravel Bike Test: Comfortable fun machine with touring potential
Cannondale Topstone Carbon Ultegra RX: The facts Frame material: Carbon Wheel size(s): 700c (650b compatible) Maximum tire clearance: 40mm (700c) / 48mm (650b) Axle size (f/r): 12×100 / 142×12 Fender mounts: Yes Luggage carrier eyelets (f/r): No/Yes Bottle holder: Down tube above, down tube below, seat tube Weight of wheels v/r/total (with tires and brake discs): 1.260g / 1.810g / 3.070g Weight of complete bike without pedals (size […]
More information about the Topstone Carbon directly from Cannondale
Bombtrack Hook EXT
The Hook EXT is a reliable companion when you don't really know what impasses are lurking on the upcoming tour. With its MTB tires on 27,5 inch wheels, it also reliably digs into deep ground and the Columbus steel frame absorbs vibrations and small impacts when it comes to a trail. The fact that the frame and fork also offer attachment options for all kinds of bags shouldn't come as a surprise given these qualities - right?
Price: € 2.499
Stork Grix
With the Gravel debut Grix, Storck caused quite a stir when it was launched. Here, sporty, lively geometry meets countless mounting points and a versatile concept. With mountain bike tires and 12-speed drive, the Grix is an extremely agile off-road fun machine, classic wheels and two chainrings transform it into a great long-distance companion. With fenders and luggage rack, it is even prepared for everyday use. Chapeau!
Price: 2.499 euros – 5.999 euros
Testing the Storck Grix Pro CX Extreme Gravel Bike: Lively newcomer with a huge fun factor
Test: With the Storck Grix, the premium German manufacturer is now also getting involved in the gravel market - and how! With its sporty orientation, the option of 650b tyres, a light overall package and lots of mounting options, the Storck Gravelbike is a versatile fun machine. Storck Grix Pro CX Extreme: The facts Frame material: Carbon Wheel size(s): 650b (700c can also be used) Maximum [...]
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