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ATLAS 8.9
A carbon frame gravel bike with upper mid-range components and sram rival hydraulic disc brakes.
Manufacturer Price
€4,299($4,999)| Weight | 19.2 lbs |
|---|---|
| Frame | Carbon |
| Suspension | Rigid |
| Fork | Carbon |
| Wheels | 700c Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 12 Electronic |
| Groupset | Rival XPLR AXS, Rival AXS |
| Brakes | SRAM Rival Hydraulic Disc |
5'1" – 5'6"
5'4" – 5'9"
5'7" – 6'0"
5'10" – 6'3"
6'0" – 6'5"
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Summary
The Focus Atlas is a versatile gravel bike designed for adventure, blending mountain bike-inspired geometry with gravel-specific features for stable and predictable handling across varied terrain. It offers numerous mounting points for bikepacking and is praised for its comfort and capability on long rides, though some note stiffness and limited wheel compatibility. Overall, it excels as a robust and fun companion for exploration.
Versatile bikepacking capabilities with multiple mounting points
Stable and predictable handling for off-road confidence
Lightweight carbon frame improving comfort and efficiency
Comfortable geometry suitable for long-distance adventures
Stiff frame and seatpost offering limited compliance
Limited wheel upgrade options due to Boost hub spacing
Sluggish acceleration compared to sportier gravel racers
The new carbon Atlas 8-series frame aims to trim weight, while improving rider comfort over the alloy bike.
BikerumorThe Atlas is a bit of a workhorse chameleon and a bike for big adventures.
BikeRadarWhat happens when mountain bikes and gravel bikes collide? You get the Focus Atlas.
Flow Mountain BikeThe handling of the FOCUS ATLAS Carbon is pleasantly predictable.
Gran Fondo MagazineFeedback?
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Jun 2023 · Warren Rossiter
Adventurous accessories abound on Focus’ new carbon gravel machine
Great build
Light weight
Very well balanced handling
Bottom bracket developed a creak
The frame and fork are robustly stiff
Apr 2023 · Cory Benson
New carbon Focus Atlas 8 updates adventure-ready bikepacking gravel bike for even faster, longer rides.
Apr 2023 · Jan Richter
The FOCUS ATLAS Carbon 8.9 wants to be the ultimate companion for bikepacking expeditions and gravel adventures.
Plenty of mounting points for bikepacking
Versatile
Flimsy computer holder
Apr 2023
Focus has added a carbon frame to the Atlas range, but this isn't a case of copypasta in a new frame material.
Jan 2021 · Ronan Mc Laughlin
What Focus' first gravel bike lacks in flair, it makes up for with quiet competence and capability.
Capable on a wide range of terrain, lots of storage capability, confidence-inspiring handling.
The included top tube bag is too small, questionable headset bearing durability, Road Boost compatibility headaches.
Jan 2021 · Guy Kesteven
While slightly late to the gravel party, the Focus Atlas is a tough, versatile, adaptable and enjoyable way to leave your troubles far behind
Smooth ride
Multiple load fixtures
Good value
Neat cabling
Big tyre clearance
Suspension fork and dropper post compatible
Top tube bag as standard
Boost axles
Relatively heavy
Not as radical as suggested
| Frame | Carbon, disc, C.I.S. integration, press fit BB86, 148x12 mm thru-axle, flat mount 160/160 mm, internal cable routing, Toptube Bag BB Standard: BB86/BB92, Press Fit Color: Brown |
|---|---|
| Fork | Carbon, disc, 110x12 mm thru axle, flat mount 160/160 mm, internal brake cable routing, multiple mounting points |
| Bottom Bracket | SRAM PF DUB 86 |
| Headset | ACROS IS 52/ IS52 (ICR), FOCUS integrated C.I.S. |
| Stem | FOCUS C.I.S. 2.0 integrated, 31.8 mm, aluminium, with Garmin / Wahoo-Mount |
| Handlebar | FOCUS JD RA85 alloy, 31,8 mm, drop: 116 mm, reach: 74 mm, flare: 10° |
| Saddle | Prologo Akero |
| Seatpost | Easton EC70, carbon, 27.2 mm, set-back: 0 mm Type: Rigid |
| Grips | FOCUS Bartape SL |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM Rival eTap AXS XPLR, 12-speed |
|---|---|
| Crank | SRAM Rival AXS wide, 12-speed |
| Shifters | SRAM Rival eTap AXS, 12-speed |
| Cassette | SRAM XG-1251, 12-speed |
| Chain | SRAM Rival AXS, 12-speed |
| Brakes | SRAM Rival AXS | SRAM Rival AXS Type: SRAM Rival Hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | DT Swiss GR1600, 24-622, 12x110 mm / 12x148 mm, 25 mm height |
|---|---|
| Tires | WTB Riddler, 700 x 45C, folding | WTB Riddler, 700 x 45C, folding |
First added March 23
Last updated November 29
Not listed for 181 days