3T EXPLORO RACEMAX (Rival AXS 2X)

The 3T Exploro RACEMAX is the absolute fastest gravel bike possible, aero optimized for for 35-42mm WAM (Width As Measured) tires but for particularly tough rides or long trips it even fits up to 61mm tires. 

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The Exploro pioneered aerodynamics for gravel bikes, including even mud-covered knobby tire wind tunnel testing (much to the chagrin of the wind tunnel staff). The race-proven Exploro range gives you the speed you’re used to on asphalt and an additional advantage on wind-swept gravel tracks.

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The Exploro is the brainchild of Gerard Vroomen (founder & former head of engineering at Cervélo, Dutch Engineer of the Year and now Head of Design at 3T). During his first gravel ride, he knew the challenge of gravel plus the speed of road bikes could make cycling more fun for many. That day, performance gravel was born and the Exploro continues to lead the way.

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Specs:

Frame: RaceMax 418 Unidirectional pre-preg carbon, High-modulus/high-strength performance blend layup

Fork: Fango RaceMax w/ compact crown

Headset: 3T Minimax IS42/28.6 + IS 47/38

Axle Standard: 100x12 front - 142x12 rear

Stem: 3T Apto Stealth (XXS:70mm - 51:80mm - 54: 90mm - 56:100mm - 58:110mm - 61:120mm)

Crankset: Sram Rival AXS, 46-33T chainrings, narrow Q-factor (XXS: 165mm - 51: 170mm - 54&56: 172,5mm - 58&61: 175mm)

Cassette: 12-speed Rival AXS 10-36T

Front Derailleur: Sram Rival AXS

Rear Derailleur: Sram Rival AXS max 36t

Brakes: Sram Rival AXS XPLR Hydraulic Disc w/ Sram 160mm rotor

Wheels: Fulcrum Rapid Red 900, 700c, 22mm internal width, tubeless ready

Tires: Pirelli Cinturato Gravel M 700c

Seatpost: 3T Exploro seatpost for Ritchey clamp

Saddle: Selle Italia Model X Superflow