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TRVL 8.9 FB
A 700c aluminum frame hardtail crosscountry bike with upper mid-range components.
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£1,600($2,146)| Weight | 24.9 lbs |
|---|---|
| Frame | Aluminum |
| Suspension | Hardtail, 40mm |
| Fork | RockShox Rudy XPLR |
| Wheels | 700c Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 12 |
| Groupset | GX, Apex |
| Brakes | SRAM Hydraulic Disc |
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Jun 2025
Boardman has expanded its gravel range with the TRVL, with this 8.9 DB showcasing a balance of value and performance, while also being one of the very few bikes at this price point to include a suspension fork. The geometry is spot on, the ride quality is great, as is the spec list, all backed up by an impressive warranty that makes it worthy of a spot amongst the best gravel bikes. Best gravel wheelsets 2025 - fast and furious off-road wheels Scott Addict Gravel 10 gravel bike review Gravel racing - what's next for cycling's fastest growing discipline?
| Frame | Boardman TRVL - 6061 Alloy BB Standard: T47, Threaded |
|---|---|
| Fork | RockShox Rudy 40mm Travel Travel: 40mm |
| Bottom Bracket | SRAM DUB T47 |
| Headset | FSA No.42, 1 1/8” - 1.5” Tapered, Integrated. |
| Stem | Boardman Alloy, 31.8mm clamp |
| Handlebar | Boardman Alloy, 31.8mm clamp, 70mm reach, 120mm drop, 6 degree flare |
| Saddle | Fizik Terra Argo |
| Seatpost | Boardman Alloy, 31.6mm Type: Rigid |
| Pedals | Alloy, Flat |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM Eagle RD-GX-1, 12 Speed |
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| Crank | SRAM FC-Apex-D1, 42T |
| Shifters | SRAM Eagle SL-GX-1, 1x12 Speed |
| Cassette | SRAM PG1230 Eagle, 11-50T, 12 Speed |
| Chain | SRAM SX Eagle, 12 Speed |
| Brakes | SRAM DB-S300-A1, 160mm Disc Rotor Type: SRAM Hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | Boardman Asymmetric Adventure Tubeless Ready Rims |
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| Front Hub | Formula RX-512 front, RX-142 rear |
| Rear Hub | Formula RX-512 front, RX-142 rear |
| Tires | Goodyear Connector, Tubeless Ready, 700x45mm |
First added February 9
Last updated May 30