Cervélo Aspero Sram Apex 1 2023

Let yourself be carried away by the raw speed of the Cervélo Áspero Sram Apex 1 2023, a gravel bike built to push the limits and chase fast times. Designed for riders targeting podiums, KOMs and personal bests, it embodies a radical vision of gravel: a bike as fast as a pure road machine but capable of going where the pavement ends. Stiffness, precision and explosiveness make the Áspero a formidable companion for varied terrain and demanding routes.

The full carbon frame adopts Cervélo’s performance philosophy. Stiff, responsive and engineered to transfer every watt, it delivers an immediate feeling of reactivity—essential for sprinting, attacking or riding quickly on fast gravel tracks. The two-position Trail Mixer system lets you adjust the bike’s geometry according to tire size, ensuring consistent and predictable handling whatever configuration you choose. This steering precision guarantees perfect stability at high speed and an agility reminiscent of competitive road bikes.

Built for versatility, the Áspero accepts 700c wheels fitted with tires up to 42 mm or 650B wheels with tires up to 49 mm. This flexibility allows you to tailor the bike to your preferred terrain: speed on hardpack gravel, comfort on technical paths, or more adventurous exploration. Cervélo recommends 4 mm of clearance between tire and frame to preserve performance and safety in any configuration.

On the drivetrain side, the Sram Apex 1x11 groupset delivers simplicity, durability and precise shifting. The 40-tooth crankset paired with an 11-42 cassette offers a wide gear range, letting you maintain high speeds while still having the ability to climb steep inclines. Apex disc brakes and 160 mm Centerline rotors provide powerful, controllable and consistent braking across all terrain types. Alexrims Boondocks 7D wheels, tubeless-ready and mounted with Panaracer Gravel King SK Sport 700x38 tires, offer an excellent balance of grip, efficiency and comfort on varied gravel.

The cockpit is designed for control and ergonomics, with a Zipp Service Course XPLR handlebar featuring moderate flare for improved stability on descents. The Cervélo alloy stem, 27.2 mm seatpost and the brand’s road saddle complete a performance-oriented package without sacrificing comfort on long rides.

The Cervélo Áspero Sram Apex 1 2023 is the ideal choice for riders who want to go fast—very fast—on gravel. Versatile, aggressive and ruthlessly efficient, it turns every outing into an exhilarating athletic challenge. Get on a bike made for conquest—racing, trails and your own limits.