From gravel bike to all-rounder: Wide tyres, racing handlebars and full equipment result in a coherent concept in the area of tension between sporty driving pleasure and practical everyday use. This Velomotion leaderboard shows the ten best gravel bikes with full equipment for commuters, touring cyclists and bikepackers.
The triumph of the gravel bike has brought a type of bike that had almost been forgotten back into focus: the touring bike, also known as the randonneur. Once popular in everyday life and when travelling, it fell victim to the trekking bike in the 1990s, which scored with modern technology and a more comfortable sitting position. The randonneur became a niche product that made no compromises and as such was not exactly popular with the masses. And that's how it stayed for quite a long time - until the disc brake also prevailed on racing bikes and everything changed.
New freedom thanks to disc brakes
What exactly has changed? Well, the combination of racing brake handle and cantilever or V-brake never really worked satisfactorily - racing drivers could get used to insufficient braking effect, fork vibration and moderate controllability, but the general public did not. Only the disc brake made it possible to reconcile racing handlebars, wide tires suitable for everyday use and a braking system that inspires confidence, and the success of this measure is reflected in the progress of the gravel bike. A bike with racing handlebars is no longer exotic, especially since the industry has done a lot to civilize it. For example with new frame geometries: Many current gravel bikes have a compact cut, so you sit more upright and quite comfortably; You no longer have to reach into the handlebars anyway – at least not to brake hard. And if you already use a gravel bike - why not in everyday life? The wide tire racers have already proven their touring suitability when bikepacking; fully equipped models with lights, mudguards and racks are the logical next step. The sporty alternative to the trekking bike is handy, fast and light, allows versatile use and can sometimes even be converted into a thoroughbred sports bike - at least when there is no dynamo lighting system. Conversely, most sporty gravel bikes can be transformed into everyday and touring bikes by adding racks and mudguards.
One concept, many differences
The versatility of the "gravel bike" category is evident in these ten fully equipped gravel bikes: Even if the basic concept is always the same, there are differences in seat geometry, tire clearance and equipment that you should be aware of before making a purchase decision. This applies, for example, to the question of the lighting system or the mounting options for luggage racks. Incidentally, when it comes to price-performance ratio, there are hardly any outliers in the Velomotion test bikes: With comparable equipment, the price differences are small; Bargain and luxury prices are reflected in simple or super-fine equipment. You can't do much wrong with any of these bikes - each of them has a lot to offer and stands for riding fun in everyday life as well as on tours.
Bull's Daily Grinder 3
All-rounder with top equipment

The Daily Grinder has been in the range for several years, but has been upgraded for 2022 with a completely new frame, making it even more attractive. The optimized geometry ensures a comfortable sitting position and easy steering; The cable routing has been improved and there are now even more attachment options on the frame - such as the possibility of attaching a strap to the top tube to hold a jacket or similar.
Well equipped with GRX 2×11
The Bulls is equipped with a high-quality Shimano-GRX mix. The Grinder 3 is fitted with 600 series brake shifters and crankset, along with 800 series shifting components and 400 series brake calipers, but these work just as well as their more expensive brethren. The 2×11 circuit is wide with 46/30 teeth at the front and 11-32 sprocket.
Pleasantly long mudguards, an elegant but solid luggage rack and a lighting system with a very high-quality "Shutter Precision" hub dynamo and a bright 70-lux spotlight ensure that the Bulls is suitable for everyday use. The 28-spoke wheelset is solid; The rims, which can be ridden tubeless like the Schwalbe tires, deserve a positive mention. In this way, rolling resistance can be minimized and puncture resistance increased - a sensible thing, especially on longer commutes, for which the Daily Grinder is made for.
Conclusion
The Bulls Daily Grinder 3 is very well equipped and practical. It is sporty to drive and is just as suitable for touring as it is for everyday use - so it is ideal for drivers who travel a lot and value maximum benefit.
2.099 Euros / bulls.de
Bergamot Grandurace RD 5
Sporty and solid

The bike from Hamburg is visually pleasing with the typical color-contrasting fork, technically with all-round solid Shimano GRX equipment. Bergamont relies on the RX400 with 2×10 gears and specifies the 600 crankset with 46/30 teeth. Together with the 11-36 cassette, this results in a very wide transmission range; the gradation is inevitably somewhat coarser. Shimano also contributes the hub dynamo that powers the Hermanns lighting system; the wheels are constructed with 32 spokes and are therefore extremely stable. Rims like Schwalbe tires can be ridden tubeless, which optimizes rolling resistance and puncture protection. The filigree luggage carrier and the rear fender support each other - an elegant construction that makes additional struts superfluous. The narrow strap is well suited to attaching side pockets.
Sporty sitting position and eye-catching paint
The characteristic frame was revised in detail for the 2022 model year and now features, among other things, optimized cable routing: brake and shift cables run under the stem into the head tube, which looks nice and tidy. The seat geometry is comparatively sporty, with a short stem preventing a stretched posture. The flat steering angle, which ensures good straight-line stability, is typical of modern gravel bikes.
Conclusion
The Bergamont Grandurace RD5 is solid and of high quality, with only minor concessions to the low price. The bike cannot hide its sporty character and is a good choice for longer distances and brisk pace.
1.799 Euros / bergamont.com
Steven's Supreme
Beautiful all-rounder with a slim frame

The sporty supplier from Hamburg had a randonneur in its range for many years, i.e. a touring bike with full equipment. There is no longer such a model, but there is a gravel bike suitable for everyday use, to which you only have to mount a rear carrier. The Supreme is based on its own frame, which differs from the aluminum Graveller in terms of geometry: the steering angle is a little flatter, the bottom bracket a little lower above the ground. The integrated cable routing was also solved somewhat differently. Attention touring cyclists: side luggage holders can be attached to the solid aluminum fork.
Everyday graveller with its own frame
Both models have the GRX equipment in common, on the Supreme as a GRX-RX400 with 2×10 gears plus RX600 crankset with 46/30 teeth. Here, too, an 11-36 cassette is installed, which stands for a wide range with a somewhat coarser gradation. The 32-spoke wheels with "Shutter Precision" hub dynamo are held by a thru axle at the front and rear - not common in this price range. Incidentally, the bike is available as a Supreme Pro with 300×2 gears for 11 euros more. A bright B&M spotlight is also on board, along with the typical Schwalbe G-One Allround gravel tires for firm ground and asphalt - again in the smooth-running tubeless version.
Conclusion
The aluminum frame and fork are high-quality and robust, and the equipment is very good, especially for the price. The only thing missing from the Stevens for complete all-round happiness is a luggage rack, which can easily be retrofitted.
1.699 Euros / stevensbikes.de
Focus Atlas 6.7 EQP
For adventurers and everyday drivers

Focus has clearly geared its only gravel bike to bikepacking and other off-road adventures: the aluminum frame and carbon fork are extremely robust, and luggage racks can be attached to the latter. The 28-spoke wheels are mounted with thru-axles; Rims and tires come from the US supplier WTB and are tubeless compatible. The moderately profiled WTB Riddler are, however, quite narrow at 37 mm; Anyone planning long off-road tours should convert, but then check the space under the fenders beforehand. The integrated cable routing is very nice, with all lines and cables running under the stem into the head tube; rear brake line and rear derailleur cable protrude briefly at the bottom bracket, only to then disappear back into the respective chainstay.
Everything on it - even a stand
In line with the price range, Focus installs the Shimano GRX 400 with a 600 crankset (46/30 teeth) and 11-34 ten-speed sprocket, which corresponds to a very large range of gear ratios. There is also a high-quality shutter hub dynamo on board, plus of course a solid rear carrier with a lower cross brace for panniers. A rear stand is also installed, which is missing on many all-round gravel bikes, but is of course very practical in everyday life. As is typical of the genre, the Atlas has all sorts of threaded holes that further increase its suitability for travel – such as the two screws for a small bag on the top tube.
Conclusion
The solid, yet easily steerable Atlas is ideal for all kinds of luggage tours and, of course, for extensive everyday use. With a light, luggage rack and even a side stand, everything you need is there.
1.899 Euros / focus-bikes.com
Cube Nuroad Pro FE
Inexpensive driving fun for the commute

Cube offers its do-it-all gravel bike at a price well below what its competitors are asking. Like all other bikes in this segment, the Nuroad Pro FE is equipped with a Shimano GRX groupset consisting of RX600 cranks and 400 gear components. The tenfold ring is wide with 11-36 teeth. Savings are made on the brake system: the TRP brake calipers are activated mechanically; this is done with simple Shimano Tiagra levers. As far as stopping power goes, that's not a disadvantage; only the controllability of the cable brake falls noticeably compared to a hydraulic one. The TRP also has to be readjusted by hand from time to time to compensate for wear on the brake pads.
Successful frame, simple brake system
Cube equips the bike with 28-spoke wheels that can be ridden tubeless like the noble Schwalbe tires and are attached with thru-axles; high-quality hub dynamo rotates in front. The headlight is attached to the top of the handlebar; the rear light is elegantly integrated into the mudguard, where it is appreciated by the rear carrier struts. This is only intended for hanging side bags, which makes the Cube more suitable for bikepacking than for a luggage tour. On the other hand, the discreet carrier meets the needs of fast commuters. The Race FE model with eleven-speed gears and hydraulic brakes is also based on the same well-made aluminum frame – but this costs significantly more at 1799 euros.
Conclusion
The Cube is solidly equipped all around and very interesting in terms of price. Anyone who can live with mechanical brakes will do well here; with a hydraulic brake system and 2×11 gears, the Cube is still a little cheaper than the competition.
1.299 Euros / cube.eu
Fuji Jari 2.1 LTD
Beautiful frame with potential

The Japanese-American manufacturer has always been a specialist in touring bikes, so it makes sense to use the Jari gravel bike as the basis for a contemporary randonneur. With a balanced geometry and a rather compact sitting position, the bike is well suited for long tours; the frame has the usual threaded holes and even a pad under the top tube if the bike has to be carried. The carbon fork with a special channel for the dynamo cable can be equipped with luggage mounts. The front wheel is fastened with a quick-release axle, the rear wheel with a classic quick release, which is no longer up-to-date, but not a real disadvantage either.
Hydraulic-mechanical brake
The comparatively low price of the Fuji is reflected in the set: a Tiagra 2×10 is mounted, which rounds off the entry-level segment at Shimano; in addition there is a Sunrace cassette (11-34) and a simple FSA crank set (46/30). A good choice are the "Tektro HY/RD" brake calipers, which combine the simple installation of cable brakes with the automatic pad tracking of a hydraulic system. A clever and rather expensive system. The solid 32-spoke wheels are equipped with tubeless-compatible WTB rims; the rather simple Vittoria tires with a width of 38 mm are designed for firm ground. The rear carrier mounted high above the mudguard is not so pretty; the taillight is mounted quite exposed at the bottom of the fender.
Conclusion
You can see here and there that the Fuji is not very expensive. In view of the expensive brake calipers in particular, one wonders whether the successful frame could not also be completed with Shimano GRX without the bike costing significantly more.
1.589 Euros / fujibikes.com
KTM X-Strada LFC
All-rounder with race geometry

The second generation of the X-Strada pleases with a simple and sweeping aluminum frame, supplemented by a massive carbon fork and attractively painted. The routing of the cables and cables is particularly pleasing: It goes in at the top of the head tube; the rear derailleur cable only reappears above the dropout. Both wheels are attached with a quick-release axle; with 32 spokes they are very stable, the rims can also be ridden tubeless. The very unusual frame geometry should be mentioned: the top tube is extremely long in all frame sizes, the head tube is rather short, resulting in a very stretched, flat stance. The short stem can only partially compensate for this. The reason could be that KTM also offers the bike with straight touring handlebars; so you sit shorter of course.
Expensive carrier, snappy tires
The Austrians mount a complete Shimano GRX-RX400 together with a 600 crankset (46/30), the ten-speed cassette is wide with 11-36 teeth. Special manufacturer Tubus contributes the lightweight luggage rack; the Schwalbe G-One Tubeless come here in the slightly more coarsely profiled "Bite" variant. KTM refrains from treating the LFC to a dynamo lighting system; battery lights are installed instead – a bright Busch & Müller Ixon Core at the front, which is of course not permanently attached and is therefore easy prey for parts thieves. After all, the KTM can be converted into a piece of sports equipment with little effort.
Conclusion
Overall, the KTM is a success, but you should be careful when choosing the size given the unusual geometry. The battery lights have advantages and disadvantages; the price for the beautiful bike is rather high.
2.099 Euros / ktm-bikes.at
Conway GRV 5.0C 2022
Modern frame, sparingly completed

The Conway brand has become increasingly sporty in recent years and is also active in the Gravel trend segment. The 2022 GRV represents a fairly young variant of the genre, because its geometry is strongly inspired by trail mountain bikes: the steering angle is flat, the top tube is very long, which is compensated for by an extra-short stem. The result is manageable steering behavior with very safe straight-line stability, which of course works well for gravel and touring. Luggage holders can be mounted on the characteristically shaped carbon fork; the aluminum frame has the usual threaded holes for bottle holders etc.
Tiagra with hydraulic brakes
The frame set serves as the basis for different model variants, including two with full equipment, which are of course completed a little more economically. A Shimano Tiagra with 5.0×2 gears is used on the GRV 10, which is definitely up to par with hydraulic disc brakes; the Shimano crankset with 50/34 teeth at the front is more geared towards racing bike use. The 11-34 sprocket ensures a 1:1 geared mountain gear. The chunky brake shifters aren't exactly pretty, but overall they function well, even though the more expensive Shimano groupsets shift more precisely and crisply. The hub dynamo also comes from the Japanese manufacturer, and most attachments such as handlebars, stem, etc. bear the Conway logo.
Conclusion
The frame of the Conway is pleasing and would certainly have deserved better equipment on an everyday Graveller - especially in view of the price, a Shimano GRX should also be included. Especially the racing bike crank is not optimal, otherwise everything is solid and reliable.
1.799,95 Euros / conway-bikes.de
Lapierre Cross Hill 3.0 2022
Sporty commuting with a nice frame

The aluminum frame of the Lapierre is elaborately manufactured: The brand logo is pressed out of the down tube using oil pressure, which looks really unique. Cables and lines run in the down tube, and various accessories can be mounted. The strap, which is oriented far to the back, looks a bit unusual – if you have big feet, you'll be happy because you won't bump your feet on your panniers anymore. The geometry of the frame, which is available in five sizes, is balanced; It is interesting for the choice of size that it grows by around one centimeter in length, but by a whopping three centimeters in height. If you are between two sizes, you can choose between a more upright or a flatter posture and compensate for the difference in length with a different stem.
Only the lighting system is missing
Frames and carbon/alloy forks are equipped with thru axles; the wheels with Mavic rims can be ridden tubeless. The profile of the WTB tires is slightly larger and therefore suitable for off-road passages. In line with the low price, Lapierre installed the Shimano Tiagra groupset with 2×10 gears and hydraulic brakes, plus an FSA crankset with 46/30 teeth. Together with the 11-34 cassette, high gear ratios are available as well as easy mountain gears. The only thing missing for everyday cycling happiness is a lighting system - here you have to make do with battery lights and calculate an additional 70 to 100 euros for them.
Conclusion
The Lapierre has an eye-catching design, but is somewhat economical, while also being functionally equipped. If you want to use it for commuting, you can mount a bright battery light of your choice; removing the carrier and fenders turns it into a sports bike.
1.649 Euros / lapierrebikes.com
Falconry Aristos CX Randonneur
Travel luxury with a titanium frame

Titanium is a popular frame material, especially for long-distance riders. The corrosion-free metal is light and ideal for building frames and forks that will last almost forever, and Falkenjagd from Munich gets the most out of the difficult-to-work-with material. With partially integrated lines and quick-release axles, the bike is up to date; High stability and pleasant comfort ensure driving fun and safety in sporty use as well as on tours.
Frame and fork made of indestructible material
It goes without saying that a titanium wheel is expensive, but you can also choose from the best components in the Falkenjagd configurator. Different gear groups from the traditional Italian manufacturer Campagnolo are possible, either with 2×12 or with 1×13 gears; The light carbon crankset of the Campagnolo Chorus with 48/32 teeth is very well suited for touring bikes and gravel bikes. A narrowly graded 32-tooth ring with 34 to XNUMX or XNUMX teeth can be selected. Headlights, rear lights and hub dynamo come from the German luxury manufacturer SON; Falkenjagd offers the titanium luggage rack, which is available in different versions, as well as the stem and seat post made of the precious metal.
With a stable 32-spoke wheelset, the Aristos is ready for big luggage tours; Sporty people can of course also get light carbon wheels for an additional charge. In short: If you are looking for an individual dream bike that will remain loyal to you for decades, then Falkenjagd is the right place for you.
Conclusion
Falkenjagd offers titanium frames with modern assembly standards that allow sporty gravel use as well as long tours with luggage. Completion is individual, and a single frame can also be purchased.
approx. 7.450 euros (frame/fork 3.140 euros) / falkenjagd-bikes.de
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