Terra S is both a homage to the original frame building material and a demonstration of its relevance to the modern-day cyclist. There is no other material that rides quite like steel, it’s an experience akin to the sound of a vinyl record or the feel of a paperback book. Terra S is made from our own specification 4130 chromoly steel, custom drawn and triple butted, to offer a versatile combination of strength and light weight. It is paired with a full carbon fibre fork and the latest in gravel componentry. Original Material The durability of steel has been proven over centuries of bicycle frame development. Undoubtedly, a steel bike is heavier than its carbon composite or aluminium alloy equivalents can be made to be. However, its high-tensile strength means that it dents instead of cracking, it bends instead of snapping. It is for these reasons that steel is especially popular with touring cyclists. Despite the old-school appearance Terra S is simultaneously modern in its design with features such as: semi-internal cable routing, a tapered headtube, and thru axles. Load it up. Treat it rough. This bike is ready for demanding routes. Carrying Capacity Mounts galore! Terra S is an ideal gravel bike for fully loaded adventures with bottle cage mounts in all the right places. The two triple braze on bosses in the mainframe accommodate a wealth of new cargo carrying solutions, as well as providing alternative positions for the classic two bolt bidon cage. Although the frame tubes of Terra S maintain the characteristic round and narrow profile of steel, we’ve slightly ovalized the toptube to improve the stability of any bike packing bags which have been strapped onto it. And when the next journey is just the commute, dedicated rack and mudguard mounts allow for more comfortable daily cruising. Shimano GRX 2X10 The Shimano GRX 400 2×10 groupset is designed for gravel riding and bikepacking where you need a good range of gears to help get up steep gradients, whilst giving you a great on-road performance too. This groupset is equally at home on gravel tracks, as it is on the road, making it the perfect choice for those wanting the best of both worlds. Hydraulic disc brakes ensure power and control are always at your fingertips. Frameset Frame: Orro Steel, Disc, TA. Fork: Orro Steel, Disc, TA. Wheels Wheels: Fulcrum Rapid 900 DB – 700c. Tyres: Continental Terra Trail – 700x40c. Drivetrain Gear/Brake Levers: Shimano GRX RX400 – 2×10 Speed. Front Derailleur: Shimano GRX RX400. Rear Derailleur: Shimano GRX RX400. Chainset: FSA Omega – 30/46T. Cassette: Shimano HG500 – 11/34T. Chain: Shimano – 10 Speed. Components Saddle: Orro Bostal . Seatpost: Orro . Handlebars: FSA Adventure Compact. Stem: FSA Omega ST. Brakes: Shimano GRX RX400 With 160/140mm Rotors. Geometry Please Note: All of our bikes are built to order, build time will be advised at the checkout.
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