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Today’s Deals2021 Basso
Palta Frameset
A carbon frame gravel frameset.
Manufacturer Price
$2,850| Frame | Carbon |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Rigid |
| Fork | Carbon |
| Wheels | 700c |
5'2" – 5'8"
5'6" – 5'11"
5'10" – 6'3"
6'1" – 6'7"
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Summary
The Basso Palta gravel bike series is celebrated for its speed, comfort, and versatility across various surfaces, making it a favorite among road cyclists venturing into gravel. Its design emphasizes aerodynamics, lightweight construction, and improved compliance, though some models face criticism for tire choices and limited accessory mounts. The Palta II, in particular, stands out for its balanced performance, offering a smooth ride and agile handling that blurs the line between road and gravel biking.
Increased tire clearance and versatility
Lightweight carbon construction for efficient climbing
Improved aerodynamics and comfort
Agile and precise handling across surfaces
Excellent compliance reducing fatigue
Stock tires often criticized
Limited accessory mounting options
Below-average tire clearance in some models
Potential for fragile components
Prettiness hides some less than practical aspects
Bike PerfectThe new Basso Palta II really is just a more fun gravel bike.
Bikerumorthe Palta II is going to do an excellent impersonation of a road bike if you need that cross-over
Cycling News‘a comfortable companion on the road, but it’s a giddy child when you switch to gravel, begging for faster and further, reminding you of the fun you had as a youth, and pushing you a little too close for comfort at times. But you wouldn’t have it any other way.’
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Nov 2022 · Guy Kesteven
Basso’s second generation Palta gravel/all-road racer is even faster and potentially smoother than ever but does performance come at the cost of practicality?
Seriously rapid yet comfortable
Sleek aerodynamics and tricolor touches
Increased tire clearance
Excellent Campagnolo brakes and wheels
Stock tires are terrible
Slack, plasticky shift feel
Potential seat clamp issues
Peeling rubber protection
Jan 2022 · Will Strickson
An all-surface bike perfect for roadies wanting to go further with improved comfort that doesn't compromise racy feel
Perfect for road cyclists wanting to get into gravel
Much improved comfort
Performs well across all surfaces
All thrills
Headset cap is fragile
Hunt wheels in review aren't sold with the bike
Oct 2021 · Cory Benson
Basso's made-in-Italy carbon Palta II gravel bike is way more capable off-road in new update, without sacrificing uniquely fast on-road feel!
Oct 2021 · Graham Cottingham
Basso’s Palta was one of the fastest gravel bikes on the market, and now the Palta II sets out to continue that legacy
Terrifying levels of speed.
Precise and agile handling.
User-friendly frame details.
Excellent levels of compliance.
Plenty of range and faultless shifting from the SRAM RIVAL XPLR groupset.
45mm tyre clearance is below the 50mm status quo.
Wavering composure on really rough gravel.
| Frame | Monocoque Carbon, 12x142 Thru-Axle, Flat Mount Disc BB Standard: BB86/BB92, Press Fit Tire Clearance: 42c |
|---|---|
| Fork | Basso Carbon, 12x100 Thru-Axle, Flat Mount Disc |
| Bottom Bracket | BB86x41.5 Pressfit Required |
| Headset | Integrated 1 1/2" - 1 1/8" |
| Stem | Basso Alloy |
| Seatpost | Basso Carbon Type: Rigid |
First added September 21
Last updated May 28
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