2023 3T
Exploro Ultra Rival XPLR 1X12 700C
A carbon frame gravel bike with upper mid-range components and hydraulic disc brakes.
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Jan 2023 · James Huang
3T takes the aero gravel concept to the extremes.
Jan 2023 · James Huang
3T takes the aero gravel concept to the extremes.
May 2022 · Sam Challis
The Exploro Ultra pushes the aero gravel concept to the extreme, but still pulls it off
Excellent capability off road
Quick ride feel on road
Increased 700C tyre clearance
Dropper post lever ergonomics
Short stem
May 2022 · By
For the 3T Exploro Ultra, the Italian brand has furnished the familiar frame with a new spec to make the bike fit for the trails. In addition to a mullet drivetrain and chunky tires, the carbon dropper post particularly stands out. Our group test of 18 of the best gravel bikes of the year will reveal whether the concept works and if the Exploro Ultra can shine across a wide range of applications.
Dropper post offers a lot of freedom of movement
Great handlebar ergonomics
Very efficient pedaller
Cranks from carbon heaven
Limited comfort
Top tube cable routing
Dropper post lever is stiff
Limited clearance between rear wheel and seat tube
Apr 2022 · Cory Benson
Review: New 3T Exploro Ultra dials up aero gravel tech to build 3T's most comfortable, most versatile adventure & bikepacking bike yet!
| Frame | Exploro ULTRA Tire Clearance: 54c |
|---|---|
| Fork | Fango Ultra w/ compact crown |
| Headset | Integrated headset, sealed cartridge 1-1/8"+1.5", 36° |
| Stem | 3T Apto Stealth (XXS:70mm - 51:80mm - 54: 90mm - 56:100mm - 58:110mm - 61:120mm) |
| Handlebar | 3T Superghiaia LTD (XXS&51: 40cm - 54&56: 42cm - 58&61: 44cm) |
| Saddle | Selle Italia Model X Superflow |
| Seatpost | 3T Carbon 27.2 round seatpost - Zero offset Type: Rigid |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM Rival AXS XPLR Max 44T |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | - |
| Crank | SRAM Rival AXS Wide, 40T chainring ( XXS: 165mm - 51: 170mm - 54&56: 172,5mm - 58&61: 175mm) |
| Shifters | SRAM Rival XPLR |
| Cassette | 12-speed SRAM Rival AXS XPLR 10-44T |
| Brakes | SRAM Rival AXS Hydraulic Disc w/ SRAM 160mm rotor Type: Hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | Fulcrum Rapid Red 900 DB 700C |
|---|---|
| Tires | Pirelli Cinturato Gravel M 700c |
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