Ryden Explorer Endurance Gravel Bike

They share the same T800 carbon frame, carbon fork, and carbon wheels; the key difference is drivetrain philosophy. The Gravel Pro runs a simpler, lighter 1x drivetrain optimised for gravel racing and simplicity. The Explorer runs a Shimano GRX 2x12 drivetrain (a 48/31T double crankset with a close-ratio cassette) that gives a wider overall gear range with closer spacing between gears, better for endurance riding, road-heavy routes, and loaded touring. The Explorer also has a full carbon cockpit and is lighter (8.4 kg vs 8.9 kg). Choose the Gravel Pro for a simple, race-focused 1x bike; choose the Explorer for a 2x endurance machine. It is a choice of riding style, not a simple better/worse: they are built for different kinds of gravel riding.

They share the same 2x gearing layout (the same 48/31T crankset and 11-36T cassette), so the gear range is identical. The Terra, our flagship, steps up to Shimano GRX Di2 electronic shifting (vs the Explorer’s mechanical shifting), a higher-grade T1000 carbon frame (vs T800), an integrated carbon cockpit, and a lighter 8.1 kg build (vs 8.4 kg). Choose the Explorer for a premium mechanical 2x gravel bike at a lower price; choose the Terra if you want electronic shifting and the lightest, most refined build. Both ride the same terrain equally well: the difference is shifting technology, frame grade, and weight, not capability.

Absolutely. The efficient geometry and 2x drivetrain make it very capable on pavement; the double chainring and close-ratio cassette are particularly well suited to holding an efficient cadence on fast road sections, while keeping strong off-road performance.

Yes. The frame and fork include numerous mounting points for frame bags, racks, cargo cages, mudguards, and extra bottle cages, making it well suited to multi-day self-supported adventures, and the wide 2x gear range helps when the bike is heavily loaded. For heavily loaded trips, consider total system weight (rider plus cargo) alongside the 130 kg rider limit.

Yes. The frame accommodates tyres up to 700x50C, so you can tailor the bike for rougher gravel routes or extra comfort. It ships with 700x45C gravel tyres.

A 2x drivetrain offers closer gear spacing and a wider overall gear range, making it an excellent choice for riders who regularly move between fast pavement, steep climbs, and heavily loaded bikepacking routes. If you prefer the simplicity and lower weight of a single chainring, our Gravel Pro is the 1x alternative: the two bikes are built around this exact choice.

Yes. Both the carbon wheels and tyres are tubeless-ready, allowing lower tyre pressures for improved traction, comfort, and puncture resistance, valuable on loose gravel and long rides.

The bike arrives approximately 90% assembled. Final installation of the handlebars, front wheel, pedals, and seatpost is required, typically 30 to 60 minutes for someone comfortable with basic bike mechanics. Tools and instructions are included.

Lifetime warranty on the carbon frame, 5-year warranty on the carbon fork, 2-year warranty on components (drivetrain, brakes), and a 2-year warranty on the carbon wheelset. Full terms in our Warranty Policy.

It is designed for riders who refuse to be limited by terrain or distance. Its carbon frame, Shimano GRX 820 2x12 groupset, hydraulic disc brakes, carbon wheelset, generous tyre clearance, and extensive cargo mounts deliver premium performance for endurance riding, gravel racing, commuting, and bikepacking: the long-distance endurance machine in our gravel range.