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2024 Cervélo

Áspero Frameset

A carbon frame gravel frameset.

Manufacturer Price

$2,700
FrameCarbon
SuspensionRigid
ForkCarbon
Wheels700c
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Summary

The Cervélo Aspero is a high-performance gravel bike that excels in speed, comfort, and versatility, making it a favorite for both racing and casual rides. Its aerodynamic design, improved ride quality, and responsive handling stand out, though it lacks some utility features like fender mounts. The bike is praised for its value and performance across various terrains, from smooth roads to challenging gravel paths.

Pros
  • Smooth and comfortable ride with efficient power transfer

  • Aerodynamic design for improved speed

  • Versatile across tarmac and gravel surfaces

  • Good value for a premium brand

  • Responsive and nimble handling

Cons
  • Lacks fender or rack mounts

  • Not ideal for extreme off-road adventures

  • Limited tire clearance compared to some competitors

Key Quotes
Cervelo has softened up their more affordable Aspero gravel/all-road bike while still adding speed and on-road/off-road versatility.
Bike Perfect logoBike Perfect
The resulting 2024 Cervelo Aspero is now a 'faster, more comfortable, and more versatile' gravel bike – whether you are racing the pack, or just your friends to the cafe stop.
Bikerumor logoBikerumor
The Áspero doesn’t beat around the bush when you clip in and set off: it just wants to go.
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Velo
First Ride: Cervelo Áspero-5 Is a Fast Gravel Bike That Might Just Replace Your Road Bike

Jun 2025 · Alvin Holbrook

The Cervelo Áspero-5 gravel bike is a claimed 34 Watts faster than the next fastest bike. Are the choices and compromises worth the speed?

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Gran Fondo Magazine
First Ride Review: Cervélo Áspero 2024 – Trailblazer or Trusty Companion?

Feb 2025 · Jan Fock

The 2024 Cervélo Áspero review: can the gravel racing pioneer reclaim its former glory?

Highs
  • Direct, efficient power transfer

  • Clean, minimalist design

  • Maintains speed effortlessly

Lows
  • No truly top-spec model available

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Bicycling
First Ride: Cervélo Polishes Its Áspero Gravel Bike

Apr 2024

Refinements for 2024 to Cervélo’s fast-gravel platform include new geometry, increased aerodynamics, and better tire clearance.

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Bikerumor
2024 Cervélo Áspero Gravel Bike Tweaked to Go Faster with Bigger Tires & a T47 BB

Apr 2024 · Cory Benson

A new Cervelo Aspero gravel race bike bring more speed and versatility with aero updates, integration, bigger tire clearance & a T47 BB…

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BikeRadar
Cervélo Áspero Rival XPLR AXS review

Apr 2024 · Warren Rossiter

More comfort means more speed, according to Cervélo

Highs
  • Road bike ride position is balanced with a comfortable ride

  • Great specification especially the wheels

Lows
  • Not one for more extreme technical trails

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Canadian Cycling Magazine
First look at the new Cervélo Áspero

Apr 2024 · Matthew Pioro

The Cervélo Áspero frame is easier on your body, while making you faster

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Cyclist
Cervélo Áspero gravel bike review

Apr 2024 · Laurence Kilpatrick

The Cervélo Áspero is one half of the US brand’s gravel offering, providing a more affordable carbon-framed gravel bike that

Highs
  • Versatile

  • Comfortable to ride

  • Increased tyre and chainring clearance

  • Fast on gravel and road surfaces

Lows
  • Minimal mounts

  • Better on smoother surfaces

  • Flip-chip not hugely noticeable

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Frame

Carbon fiber

ColorsMarigold; Black / Charcoal

Fork

Cervélo All-Carbon, Tapered Aspero Fork

Headset

FSA IS2 1-1/4, 45° x 45° / 1-1/2, 36° x 45°

Seatpost

Cervélo SP19 Carbon 27.2, Size 48 - 0mm Size 51 - 0mm Size 54 - 0mm Size 56 - 0mm Size 58 - 0mm Size 61 - 15mm

TypeRigid

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