2019 Bombtrack

Hook ADV

A steel frame gravel bike with upper mid-range components and hydraulic disc brakes.
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Weight29.3 lbs  
FrameSteel
SuspensionHardtail, 40mm
ForkMRP Baxter
Wheels650b Aluminum
Drivetrain1 × 11
GroupsetRival, FSA
BrakesHydraulic Disc
SeatpostDropper
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Terrain
smoothrugged
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Gearing

A bike with lower gearing will be easier to ride up steep hills, while a higher top end means it will pedal faster down hills.

Lowest gear

(climbing)

28 mph

Hook ADV

36 mph

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Sizing
SM

5'2" – 5'7"

MD

5'6" – 5'11"

LG

5'9" – 6'2"

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Reviews
Gran Fondo Magazine
Bombtrack Hook 2 in bikepacking review

Oct 2020 · Benjamin Topf

Hardly any other German brand has made such a name for itself in the international bikepacking scene as Bombtrack. The Hook 2 combines features from numerous disciplines, including a big portion of bikepacking DNA. Is that enough to hold its own against the competition?

Highs
  • Value for money

  • Composure

  • Riding position

  • Bombproof!

  • Cable routing

Lows
  • 140 mm rear brake rotor is too small

  • 40 t chainring is too big

  • No XD freewheel

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BIKEPACKING.com
First impressions on the 2020 Bombtrack Hook EXT, EXT-C, and ADV

Aug 2019 · Cass Gilbert

Cass Gilbert heads out Bergisches Land to try Bombtrack's bikepacking-friendly Hook EXT, EXT-C, and the (slightly oddball) EXT ADV...

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off.road.cc
Bombtrack Hook EXT-C review

Jun 2018

​Bombtrack is a young brand that has quietly been making waves recently with really interesting looking road and adventure bikes, and this all-new carbon fibre 650b Hook EXT-C is a highly capable, comfortable and great handling adventure bike if you really want to delve deep into the woods and escape the congested roads and plan an ambitious adventure into the unknown wilderness. The best gravel and adventure bikes you can buy for under £1000 When should you replace your bicycle chain? Buyer's guide to gravel & adventure bikes Thankfully the ride is more exciting than the looks.

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road.cc
Bombtrack Hook EXT 2017

May 2017

If you aren't fussed about 11kg+, this is a great bike with all-round potential and the lifelong assurance of a steel frame

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CX Magazine
Reviewed: Bombtrack Hook EXT Gravel Bike - Cyclocross Geometry with 2.1" Tires

Mar 2017 · Cyclocross Magazine

The category-busting Bombtrack Hook EXT bike serves up cyclocross geometry, fat 27.5" mountain bike rubber and Columbus steel. Is this a recipe for fun?

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BikeRadar
Bombtrack Hook 2 review

Jan 2016 · Matthew Loveridge

A pleasant all-rounder that’s priced on the high side, and isn’t as versatile as it could be. Buy if you want an elegant steel all-roader and you’re not counting grams

Highs
  • Looks, smooth ride quality, top notch wheels

Lows
  • Weighty, over-geared, expensive, and not quite the swiss army knife it claims

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Geometry
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Specs
Build
Frame

4130 double butted, heat treated crmo frame, replaceable hanger, rack / fender mounts, 86.5 mm T47 shell

BB StandardT47, 86mm, Threaded

Tire Clearance45c

Fork

MRP BAXTER 40mm suspension fork, 1.1/2" - 1.1/8" tapered steerer

Travel40mm

Spring TypeAir

Bottom Bracket

FSA 386EVO T47 BB for T47 x 86 mm

Headset

FSA NO.21/12/44 sealed external aheadset, 1.1/2" - 1.1/8"

Stem

RITCHEY WCS TRAIL forged alloy stem, 0°

Handlebar

RITCHEY WCS VENTUREMAX travel bar, 31.8 mm, 6° backsweep, 24° flare

Saddle

BROOKS CAMBIUM C15 saddle

Seatpost

KS E30i dropper seatpost, 27.2 mm, S / M: 65 / 390 mm, L: 100 / 400 mm

TypeDropper

Pedals

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Grips

RITCHEY WCS PAVE bar tape

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

SRAM RIVAL 1 rear derailleur, long cage

Front Derailleur

-

Crank

FSA GOSSAMER PRO 386EVO alloy crank, FSA GOSSAMER alloy, narrow-wide, 38T, 1/2" x 11/128"

Shifters

SRAM RIVAL 1 double tap 1 x 11

Cassette

SRAM PG-1130 11-speed cassette, 11-42T

Chain

KMC X11 chain, 1/2" x 11/128", 114L

Brakes

SRAM RIVAL hydraulic disc brakes with 180 mm F / 160 mm R rotors

TypeHydraulic Disc

Wheels
Rims

Front: WTB ST i25 light double wall, TCS, 32h, Rear: WTB ST i23 light double wall, TCS, 32h

Front Hub

Front: BOMBTRACK ORIGIN sealed disc hub, 12 x 100 mm thru-axle, Rear: BOMBTRACK ORIGIN sealed disc hub, 11-speed, 12 x 142 mm thru-axle

Rear Hub

Front: BOMBTRACK ORIGIN sealed disc hub, 12 x 100 mm thru-axle, Rear: BOMBTRACK ORIGIN sealed disc hub, 11-speed, 12 x 142 mm thru-axle

Tires

Front: WTB RANGER TCS LIGHT folding tire 27.5" x 2.25", Rear: WTB RANGER TCS LIGHT folding tire 27.5" x 2.0"

Accessories
Lights

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Fenders

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Racks

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