Gravel Bikes

Versatile, rugged and adaptable – gravel bikes are for the rider looking to venture away from tarmac and explore new avenues.

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Merida Silex 8000 2025
Sale! Original price was: £4,800.00.Current price is: £2,699.00.
- Green/Gold
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Merida Silex 7000 2026
£2,700.00
- Low Key Green
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Cannondale Topstone Carbon 3 GRX 2X 2026
Sale! Original price was: £3,495.00.Current price is: £2,899.00.
- Chalk
- Smoke Black
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Trek Checkpoint SL 5 AXS 2026
£2,900.00
- Black
- Lava
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Cannondale SuperX 3 | Raw
Sale! Original price was: £4,250.00.Current price is: £2,999.00.
- Raw
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Orbea Terra M30Team 1x
£2,999.00
- Caramel Carbon View
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Cervelo Aspero GRX RX610 2026
£3,100.00
- Black/Charcoal
- Marigold
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Cervelo Aspero Apex XPLR 1X 2026
£3,300.00
- Black/Charcoal
- Marigold
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Scott Addict Gravel 20 2026
£3,399.00
- Carbon Black/Indigo Purple
- Taupe Beige
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Merida Mission 6000 2026
£3,400.00
- Glossy Wild
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Trek Checkpoint SL 6 AXS Gen 3 2026
£3,400.00
- Dark Green/Ivy Smoke Splatter
- Era White/Buff Beige
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Cervelo Aspero APEX XPLR AXS 1X 2026
Sale! Original price was: £4,400.00.Current price is: £3,695.00.
- Marigold
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Cervelo Aspero Cannondale Topstone Cannondale Super X Colnago G4X Cube Nuroad Merida Silex Scott Addict Gravel Scott Speedster Gravel Trek Checkmate Trek CheckOUT Trek Checkpoint Whyte Verro

Learn More About Gravel Bikes

Gravel Bikes – The Ultimate All‑Road Adventure Machines

Gravel bikes sit neatly between road and mountain bikes, blending the efficiency of a road machine with the robustness needed for off‑road exploration. They feature drop bars, disc brakes, and wide tyre clearance, allowing riders to confidently tackle everything from smooth tarmac to country lanes, bridleways, and light trails.

What Makes a Gravel Bike Unique?

Geometry & Handling
More relaxed than a pure road bike, yet more responsive than a mountain bike-gravel bikes offer stability on rough descents while maintaining speed on smoother surfaces.

Tyre & Wheel Options
Typically fitted with 650b or 700c wheels and 30-50 mm tyres, which can even be used tubeless to improve ride comfort and reduce punctures.

Gearing & Groupsets
Often equipped with gravel-specific groupsets (e.g., Shimano GRX, Campagnolo Ekar, SRAM XPLR), featuring low gearing for steep climbs and rough trails.

Mounts & Versatility
Designed with multiple mounting points for bottles, racks, and bikepacking gear-perfect for touring, commuting, or long-distance adventures.

Adventure vs Race Gravel Bikes

Gravel bikes generally fall into two distinct categories, catering to different riding styles and terrains:

Adventure‑Ready Gravel Bikes

Designed for long, slower rides and comfort over mixed terrain.
Feature relaxed geometry for stability and endurance.
Typically have aluminium or carbon frames with wider tyres.
Examples: Cannondale Topstone, Scott Addict Gravel, Merida Silex.
Ideal for touring, bikepacking, or exploring remote trails.

Race‑Ready Gravel Bikes

Built for speed and competitive riding on mixed surfaces.
Feature more aerodynamic carbon frames and often carbon wheels.
Aggressive geometry optimised for power transfer and responsiveness.
Examples: Cervelo Aspero, Cannondale SuperX, Merida Mission.
Suitable for gravel races, fast training rides, or sportive events.

Gravel vs Hybrid Bikes

While both aim for mixed‑terrain use, hybrids typically have flat bars and more upright geometry-great for daily comfort and commuting. Gravel bikes, with their drop bars, offer varied hand positions and more efficient performance across diverse conditions.

Performance Compared to Road & Mountain Bikes

Gravel bikes strike a balance:

Not as fast as pure road bikes on smooth tarmac.
Not as specialised as mountain bikes on technical trails.
But they excel across a wide range of environments-ideal for riders who want one bike that can handle commuting, weekend gravel grinding, winter training, and bikepacking.

How You Can Use a Gravel Bike

Commutes with a twist – take the scenic route or detour onto gravel shortcuts.
Touring & bikepacking – load it up with gear and head into the wild.
Winter training – its ruggedness makes it ideal for wet and muddy conditions.
All-day adventures – go far, explore new trails, and discover hidden routes.

From the likes of the Cannondale Topstone, SuperX, and Trek Checkpoint to the Cervelo Aspero, Cube Nuroad, Merida Silex and more, gravel bikes offer something for every type of rider.

You can shop Gravel Bikes at Wheelbase with 0% Finance and Pay Monthly Options, as well as using a Cycle To Work voucher.

Wheelbase has been shipping bikes out of the Lake District for over 20 years and are considered experts in online bike sales. Speak to our customer services team if you have any questions – they are always happy to help.

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Merida Silex 8000 2025

Merida Silex 7000 2026

Cannondale Topstone Carbon 3 GRX 2X 2026

Trek Checkpoint SL 5 AXS 2026

Cannondale SuperX 3 | Raw

Orbea Terra M30Team 1x

Cervelo Aspero GRX RX610 2026

Cervelo Aspero Apex XPLR 1X 2026

Scott Addict Gravel 20 2026

Merida Mission 6000 2026

Trek Checkpoint SL 6 AXS Gen 3 2026

Cervelo Aspero APEX XPLR AXS 1X 2026