{"product_id":"cervelo-aspero-700c-apex-xplr-1-black-charcoal","title":"Cervelo Aspero 700c - Apex XPLR 1 - Black-Charcoal - GM072125-31","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCervelo Aspero 700c - Apex XPLR 1 - Black-Charcoal - GM072125-31\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 2019, Áspero took the gravel world by storm, heralding a “new era of speed in gravel.” Fun, but flat out. The new Áspero remains true to its original brief, but with some improvements: a threaded BB shell, neater cable routing, and a UDH-compatible derailleur hanger for those who want to use SRAM’s Transmission drivetrains. And it’s more aero, of course. In the case of Áspero, aerodynamic performance is less about pure speed as a result of drag reduction, and more about conservation of energy. After a big day in a headwind, the three watts saved over the previous Aspero might add up to one less energy gel your stomach has to digest—WORTH IT. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition to the drag reduction, we also dropped the seat stays to give a bit more compliance out back, and reduced front-end stiffness slightly to make the last hours of a long race less painful. Between those dropped seat stays, we added in a bit more clearance for mud, too, taking what we learned from R5-CX (and the Unbound mudfest in 2023). It’s a lot of seemingly small improvements, but they add up to a lot. The result is a bike that feels a lot like the original Áspero, but is faster, more comfortable, and more versatile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThreaded Bottom Bracket\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUses asymmetrical T47a threaded bottom bracket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePioneered on R5-CX\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSimple, rider-serviceable interface\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCombines benefits of BBRight with user-friendly design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUniversal Derailleur Hanger\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUtilizes SRAM’s Universal Derailleur Hanger (UDH) standard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with SRAM’s Transmission drivetrains\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnsures future drivetrain compatibility\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for versatile setup options\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInternal Cable Routing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShares bearing dimensions with R5, Soloist, R5-CX, and Caledonia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with various bearing caps and stems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptions for fully internal, racy look with ST31 and HB13 from R5\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003carticle class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none [--shadow-height:45px] has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none has-data-writing-block:-mt-(--shadow-height) has-data-writing-block:pt-(--shadow-height) [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"request-WEB:b1684d53-df2a-495b-9f72-20db985ccf1f-45\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-34\" data-scroll-anchor=\"true\" data-turn=\"assistant\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:--spacing(4)] thread-sm:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(6)] thread-lg:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(16)] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] thread-lg:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"48f46964-178e-4908-9517-d31f51de6dff\" dir=\"auto\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-mini\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[1px]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full break-words light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003ch5 data-start=\"101\" data-end=\"129\"\u003eWhat Our Experts Think\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"130\" data-end=\"508\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"130\" data-end=\"199\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"132\" data-end=\"199\"\u003eGravel bike built for speed, efficiency, and energy conservation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"200\" data-end=\"293\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"202\" data-end=\"293\"\u003eThreaded BB shell and UDH-compatible derailleur hanger for SRAM Transmission drivetrains.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"294\" data-end=\"354\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"296\" data-end=\"354\"\u003eClean cable routing enhances durability and performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"355\" data-end=\"433\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"357\" data-end=\"433\"\u003eAerodynamic design reduces energy expenditure on long rides and headwinds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"434\" data-end=\"508\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"436\" data-end=\"508\"\u003ePerfect for riders seeking fast, fun, and reliable gravel performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5 data-start=\"510\" data-end=\"519\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;A\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"520\" data-end=\"968\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"520\" data-end=\"626\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"522\" data-end=\"626\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"522\" data-end=\"555\"\u003eQ: Who should ride this bike?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"555\" data-end=\"558\"\u003eA: Gravel enthusiasts looking for speed, control, and endurance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"627\" data-end=\"733\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"629\" data-end=\"733\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"629\" data-end=\"660\"\u003eQ: How does it save energy?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"660\" data-end=\"663\"\u003eA: Aerodynamic frame design reduces drag, conserving rider energy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"734\" data-end=\"848\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"736\" data-end=\"848\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"736\" data-end=\"782\"\u003eQ: Can I use SRAM Transmission components?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"782\" data-end=\"785\"\u003eA: Yes, the UDH-compatible derailleur hanger supports them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"849\" data-end=\"968\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"851\" data-end=\"968\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"851\" data-end=\"895\"\u003eQ: Is it suitable for long gravel rides?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"895\" data-end=\"898\"\u003eA: Absolutely, designed for energy-efficient, extended adventures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5 data-start=\"970\" data-end=\"992\"\u003eMaintenance Tips\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"993\" data-end=\"1324\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"993\" data-end=\"1065\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"995\" data-end=\"1065\"\u003eRegularly clean and lubricate the drivetrain for smooth performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1066\" data-end=\"1118\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1068\" data-end=\"1118\"\u003eInspect bolts, headset, and brakes before rides.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1119\" data-end=\"1183\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1121\" data-end=\"1183\"\u003eCheck tire pressure and condition for safety and efficiency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1184\" data-end=\"1241\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1186\" data-end=\"1241\"\u003eWash frame and components after dusty or 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