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2020 Rondo

HVRT CF2

A carbon frame gravel bike with upper mid-range components and shimano 105 hydraulic disc brakes.
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FrameCarbon
SuspensionRigid
ForkCarbon
Wheels700c Aluminum
Drivetrain2 × 11
Groupset105
BrakesShimano 105 Hydraulic Disc
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Ride Feel

Based on frame geometry and build specs.

Rider Position
relaxedaggressive
Terrain
smoothrugged
HVRT CF2
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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)

41 mph

HVRT CF2

36 mph

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Reviews

Summary

The Rondo HVRT is a highly versatile and innovative gravel bike, praised for its variable geometry that allows it to adapt to various riding conditions. It offers a mix of speed, fun, and comfort, with a responsive chassis and aero credentials. However, its innovative features like the TwinTip system may not appeal to everyone, and it requires additional wheelsets to fully exploit its gravel capabilities.

Pros
  • Extremely versatile

  • Innovative variable geometry

  • Fast and fun

  • Responsive chassis

  • Aero credentials

Cons
  • Requires additional wheelsets for full gravel experience

  • Innovative features may not appeal to all

  • Firmness can cause bouncing on rough surfaces

Key Quotes
‘Nope, it’s a road bike,’ says Tomasz Cybula, brand manager of Rondo. ‘A unique one, but still a road bike.’
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A bike that offers serious speed and serious fun in an incredibly versatile package
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The Rondo HVRT CF1 is an incredibly fast and stiff road machine.
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Rondo HVRT CF1 2021

May 2021 · Stu Kerton

An impressive race bike that delivers on speed and comfort, although I'm not sure how much TwinTip really adds

Highs
  • Excellent stiffness levels

  • Brilliant wheels give big aero gains

  • Wide tyre clearance, especially with 650b

Lows
  • Expensive for the spec

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BikeRadar
Rondo HVRT CF0 review

May 2020 · Warren Rossiter

A bike that offers serious speed and serious fun in an incredibly versatile package

Highs
  • Hugely versatile, light, fast and fun

Lows
  • You’ll want the 650b wheels to enjoy every inch of its versatility

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Cyclist
Rondo HVRT CF Zero review

Nov 2019 · Peter Stuart

Rondo's HVRT is a rare step in innovation, fully exploiting the potential of the latest technology in bike design. Plus it's thoroughly fun

Highs
  • Fast

  • Fun

  • Extremely versatile and heaping with innovation

Lows
  • The adjustable geometry is innovative but likely to be a one-time switch

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Geometry
Specs
Build
Frame

RUUT Aero DESIGN LIGHTWEIGHT CARBON

BB Standard386EVO, 86mm, Press Fit

Tire Clearance30c

Fork

TWINTIP CARBON

Bottom Bracket

EVO 386 with HTII adapter

Headset

UPPER STACK: IS 42 / 28,6 LOWER STACK: IS 52 / 40 SHIS

Stem

RONDO 90MM(S), 90MM(M), 110MM(L), 110MM(XL)

Handlebar

Rondo Road 400MM(S), 420MM(M,L), 440MM(XL)

Saddle

FABRIC SCOOP FLAT CR-MO

Seatpost

RONDO AERO carbon

TypeRigid

Grips

VELO COMFORT TAPE

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

Shimano 105 RD-R7000

Front Derailleur

Shimano 105 FD-R7000

Crank

Shimano 105 FC-R7000 52/36

Shifters

Shimano 105 ST-R7020

Cassette

Shimano KCS7000 11-30T 11 SPEED

Chain

Shimano HG701

Brakes

Shimano 105 BR-R7070

TypeShimano 105 Hydraulic Disc

Wheels
Rims

RONDO SUPERLIGHT Alu 622-20 TUBELESS COMPATIBLE* *tubeless tape, valve and sealant not included

Front Hub

RONDO SUPERLIGHT SEALED BEARINGS

Rear Hub

RONDO SUPERLIGHT SEALED BEARINGS

Tires

CONTINENTAL GRAND SPORT RACE 700C X 25

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Last updated March 3

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