We liked Cervelo's newest version of the Aspero so much we decided to build an exclusive setup with the Aspero SC Apex XPLR AXS Carbon Wheel Exclusive Gravel Bike. Designed for high-speed mixed-terrain racing and riding, this gravel grinder looks more like a road bike than a gravel bike thanks to its aerodynamic geometry that places us in a fast, powerful position. However, it features plenty of adaptations to make this bike truly excel on the gravel course, including a slimmed downtube profile for increased compliance and improved chainring clearance, to name a few. The full carbon construction and tapered Cervelo All-Carbon fork offer a smooth, vibration-absorbing ride, so we added an alloy seatpost to increase durability so we can ride over even rougher terrain with confidence.
To keep up with our speedy riding habits, this setup comes fully loaded with the SRAM Apex XPLR AXS 1 x 12-speed drivetrain. Shifting between a 40t chainring and a 10-44t cassette, we will always have a gear for the next big climb or sprint to the finish line. The XPLR AXS wireless shifting performance is efficient and reliable, providing smooth gear progression and precise shifts no matter where we are on our ride. For optimal rolling efficiency, stability, and aerodynamics, we added the e11even Carbon Disc Gravel Wheelset to this already fast setup, along with Vittoria Terreno Dry G2.0 tubeless tires to eliminate trailside maintenance.
Fork | Cervélo All-Carbon, Tapered Aspero Fork |
Headset | FSA IS2 1-1/8 x 1-1/2 |
Seatpost | Cervélo SP19 Carbon 27.2 |
Left Shifter/Brake | SRAM Apex AXS, 12 speed |
Right Shifter/Brake | SRAM Apex AXS, 12 speed |
Rear Derailleur | SRAM Apex XPLR AXS, 12 speed |
Brake Calipers | SRAM Apex |
Brake Rotors | SRAM Centerline Centerlock |
Thru Axles | Cervélo Aero Thru-Axles, 12x100/142 |
Bottom Bracket | SRAM DUB, BBright |
Crankset | SRAM Apex 1, 40T, DUB Wide |
Handlebar | Cervélo AB09 Carbon, 31.8mm clamp, 16 degree flare |
Stem | Cervélo ST27 Alloy |
Saddle | Prologo Dimension STN |
Cassette | SRAM Apex XLPR, 11-44, 12 speed |
Chain | SRAM Apex, 12 speed |
Wheelset | Fulcrum Rapid Red 300, 12x100(F)/142(R), 24H, 24mm IW, HG freehub, centerlock, tubeless compatible |
Tire | WTB Vulpine TCS Light Fast Rolling Dual DNA 60tpi 700x40c |