Gravel bike reviews feature custom titanium and Canyon carbon models

Recent reviews highlight diverse approaches to gravel bike design, ranging from custom-built titanium frames to mass-produced carbon models.

Gunnar Fehlau utilizes a custom-made titanium frame designed for a rigid fork, which he describes as a “modern full-rigid-down-country” geometry. The bike features 32-inch Spyr carbon wheels, Schwalbe Rick Race Pro tires, and a Shimano GRX 12-speed drivetrain. Having covered approximately 2,000 km, the build emphasizes durability for bikepacking and off-road terrain.

In contrast, the Canyon Grizl CF SL 6 AXS offers a carbon frame designed for sportier, ambitious riders. It is equipped with a SRAM Apex XPLR AXS 12-speed electronic shifting system, which provides precise and rapid gear changes. Weighing 9.66 kilograms, the bike is intended for both asphalt and rugged off-road paths, though reviewers noted the saddle is relatively firm.