USA
Been riding fixed for about two years now and after about a year of thinking and getting into a better financial position, I want to pull the trigger on a gravel bike.
A year ago, the Lauf Seigla core wireless caught my eye, and I want a more race-oriented bike. Wireless shifting is an absolute must, and fun things like integrated storage is just a plus. Mounts don't really matter to me as I can't realistically see myself bikepacking. However, I do want to do races in the 60 mile range and have a 100 miler planned for July (gonna be road though.. just bad pavement). In trying to get the one bike to rule them all, I also really want to go on some tougher trails. Only easy blues and greens (which I have done fixed) but I don't want to break my bike.
So far, the canyon grizl and grail have stood out a bit. Specifically, the grizl 6 axs and grail cf sl 7 axs. Great prices and reputable bikes. This is petty, but the grizl available right now is only offered in two ugly colorways so I likely won't go that route. The Trek Checkpoint SL 5 AXS Gen 3 is also up there, but I fear that it may be too adventure-oriented. I have never owned a bike with gears though and just use a State 4130 so I also don't understand how much geometry actually affects someone. Budget is around that $3000 point. Let me know if I can help anymore. Thanks!
by zsvx