{"product_id":"cervelo-aspero-700c-apex-xplr-axs-1-sea-ice","title":"Cervelo Aspero 700c - Apex XPLR AXS 1 - Sea Ice - GM072125-151","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCervelo Aspero 700c - Apex XPLR AXS 1 - Sea Ice - GM072125-151\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 role=\"list\" data-id=\"detailsAccordion\" class=\"css-1isgwd\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"css-e3648i\"\u003eRide fast over any terrain with this versatile 12-speed gravel grinder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"css-e3648i\"\u003eBuilt with Cervelo-All Carbon for a smooth, compliant ride\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"css-e3648i\"\u003eSRAM’s Apex XPLR AXS drivetrain for reliable shifting and braking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"css-e3648i\"\u003e40t chainring and 11-44t cassette provide a wide range of gravel-specific gearing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"css-e3648i\"\u003eStop on a dime with minimal effort using the hydraulic disc brakes and ergonomic controls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"css-e3648i\"\u003eConnect AXS-enabled components for a personalized ride\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"css-e3648i\"\u003eWTB Vulpine tires on the Fulcrum Rapid Red 300 wheelset rolls smooth and fast\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-51\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-46\" 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=\"89981e1f-755b-4fad-85b7-376c7307dab4\" 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=\"98\" data-end=\"126\"\u003eWhat Our Experts Think\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"127\" data-end=\"547\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"127\" data-end=\"217\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"129\" data-end=\"217\"\u003eHigh-performance gravel bike optimized for speed, efficiency, and energy conservation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"218\" data-end=\"311\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"220\" data-end=\"311\"\u003eThreaded BB shell and UDH-compatible derailleur hanger for SRAM Transmission drivetrains.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"312\" data-end=\"383\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"314\" data-end=\"383\"\u003eClean cable routing enhances durability and drivetrain performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"384\" data-end=\"473\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"386\" data-end=\"473\"\u003eAerodynamic frame design reduces drag, conserving energy on long rides and headwinds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"474\" data-end=\"547\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"476\" data-end=\"547\"\u003ePerfect for riders seeking fast, fun, and reliable gravel adventures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5 data-start=\"549\" data-end=\"558\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;A\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"559\" data-end=\"1018\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"559\" data-end=\"673\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"561\" data-end=\"673\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"561\" data-end=\"589\"\u003eQ: Who is this bike for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"589\" data-end=\"592\"\u003eA: Gravel cyclists seeking speed, stability, and endurance on varied terrain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"674\" data-end=\"780\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"676\" data-end=\"780\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"676\" data-end=\"707\"\u003eQ: How does it save energy?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"707\" data-end=\"710\"\u003eA: Aerodynamic design reduces drag, making long rides less taxing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"781\" data-end=\"896\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"783\" data-end=\"896\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"783\" data-end=\"830\"\u003eQ: Can it use SRAM Transmission components?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"830\" data-end=\"833\"\u003eA: Yes, the UDH-compatible derailleur hanger supports them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"897\" data-end=\"1018\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"899\" data-end=\"1018\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"899\" data-end=\"943\"\u003eQ: Is it suitable for long gravel rides?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"943\" data-end=\"946\"\u003eA: Absolutely, engineered for energy-efficient, extended adventures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5 data-start=\"1020\" data-end=\"1042\"\u003eMaintenance Tips\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1043\" data-end=\"1354\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1043\" data-end=\"1109\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1045\" data-end=\"1109\"\u003eClean and lubricate drivetrain regularly for smooth operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1110\" data-end=\"1162\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1112\" data-end=\"1162\"\u003eInspect bolts, headset, and brakes before rides.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1163\" data-end=\"1213\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1165\" data-end=\"1213\"\u003eCheck tires for proper pressure and condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1214\" data-end=\"1271\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1216\" data-end=\"1271\"\u003eWash frame and components after muddy or dusty rides.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1272\" data-end=\"1354\" data-is-last-node=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1274\" data-end=\"1354\" data-is-last-node=\"\"\u003eStore indoors to protect frame, electronics, and components from weather 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