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Ostro Gravel - SRAM Force
A carbon frame aero bike with high-end components and hydraulic disc brakes.
Manufacturer Price
$8,599| Weight | 2.1 lbs (frame) |
|---|---|
| Frame | Carbon |
| Fork | Carbon |
| Wheels | 700c Carbon |
| Drivetrain | 2 × 12 |
| Groupset | Force |
| Brakes | Hydraulic Disc |
5'1" – 5'5"
5'3" – 5'7"
5'5" – 5'9"
5'7" – 6'0"
5'10" – 6'2"
6'0" – 6'4"
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Summary
The Factor Ostro is an aero-focused gravel race bike designed for speed and performance on smooth terrain. It excels in stiffness, aerodynamics, and handling, making it a top choice for racing and fast rides. However, it sacrifices comfort and versatility, with a firm ride that can be harsh on rough surfaces and limited utility for diverse conditions.
Incredible aerodynamics
High stiffness for efficient power transfer
Superior handling on smooth terrain
Lightweight construction
Premium componentry and build quality
Firm and uncomfortable ride, especially on rough terrain
Lacks versatility for off-road or all-day comfort
Quick steering can be unstable on technical descents
High price point for a specialized machine
Limited utility features like mudguard mounts
developed to dominate its category with incredible aero, superior handling, high stiffness and low weight
BikeRadarOn smooth, well-graded gravel it is like being shot out of a cannon.
Cycling NewsIt’s a gravel bike for race day, designed with winning in mind through and through.
Gran Fondo MagazineFeedback?
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Mar 2024 · Suvi Loponen
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Feb 2024 · Jordan Villella
The bike that encompasses Factor and its presence worldwide is the OSTRO. It's the most recognizable of its offerings and just got an update.
Jun 2023 · Martin Staffa
Lightweight, comfortable, and aerodynamic: can the 2023 Factor OSTRO Gravel do it all? We put it through the wringer to find out!
Absolutely uncompromising race bike
CeramicSpeed bottom bracket
Feels fast
Lack of comfort – harshest bike on test
Creaking seat post clamp that comes loose
Jun 2023 · Warren Rossiter
A great example of the new breed of pure gravel race bikes, but perhaps too focused on speed for general consumption
Rapid
Put together beautifully
Brilliant specification
Stiff and responsive
Road-derived geometry
Firm ride
Feb 2023 · RBA Staff
A new generation of gravel race bikes
Felt planted and stable at speed
Felt slack head tube angle aids stability
Felt benefits from wheel swap for compliance
Ostro Gravel excels at climbing
Ostro Gravel quick handling
Ostro Gravel light weight
Both bikes are good for racing
Both bikes lacked compliance for all-day efforts
Felt Zipp 303S wheels too stiff
Felt seatpost bottle cage placement awkward
Felt rear brake hose occasionally collides with knees during out-of-saddle climbing
Ostro Gravel stiff seatpost feedback
Ostro Gravel internal routing complicates travel packing
Ostro Gravel 1:1 gear ratio too hard for long rides
Ostro Gravel riders need heightened focus on descents
Feb 2023 · Will Jones
Crazy stiff, super aero, and a road bike position make life uncomfortable on rougher terrain
Very, very fast
Proper aero gains
Striking looks
Uncomfortable
Not as versatile as many modern road bikes
No mudguard mounts
Dec 2022
Factor uses its road-proven aero tricks to make a seriously fast gravel bike.
Good tire clearance
Lightweight and aero frame
Blends the feel of a road bike with gravel capabilities
Threaded bottom bracket
A little harsher than other gravel racers
Electronic shifting only
Internal routing can complicate simple adjustments
Nov 2022 · Sam Challis
A gravel bike you could take crit racing
Light weight
Fast but balanced handling
Rigidity
Spec attention to detail
Overly firm ride feel
Paint scheme options
| Frame | TeXtreme®, Toray®, Nippon Graphite® Pitch-Based Fiber BB Standard: T47, Threaded Tire Clearance: 45c Colors: Naked Grunge; White Grunge; Ud Gloss; Prisma Paint (+$500.00) |
|---|---|
| Fork | OSTRO Wide Stance Fork |
| Bottom Bracket | CeramicSpeed T47A Aluminium cups / CeramicSpeed bearings available for DUB, 24mm, or Ultra-Torque |
| Headset | CeramicSpeed SLT 1.5″ bearings |
| Seatpost | 0 and 20mm setback available Type: Rigid |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM Force |
|---|---|
| Crank | 170mm |
| Brakes | Disc Type: Hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | Black Inc THIRTY FOUR |
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First added August 17
Last updated January 6
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