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RUUT AL1
An aluminum frame gravel bike with upper mid-range components and sram apex hydraulic disc brakes.
Manufacturer Price
€2,298($2,662)| Frame | Aluminum |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Rigid |
| Fork | Carbon |
| Wheels | 650b Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 11 |
| Groupset | Apex |
| Brakes | SRAM Apex Hydraulic Disc |
4'11" – 5'6"
5'4" – 5'9"
5'7" – 6'0"
5'10" – 6'3"
6'0" – 6'5"
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Summary
The Rondo Ruut gravel bike series is celebrated for its innovative design, particularly the interrupted seat tube that enhances comfort without compromising stiffness. Its adjustable geometry and versatile performance make it a standout for both tarmac and gravel, with reviewers praising its handling, ride quality, and vibration-damping capabilities. While some note its unique aesthetics may divide opinion, the Ruut's solid specifications and adaptability for various terrains and riding styles receive widespread acclaim.
Unique interrupted seat tube design for improved comfort
Adjustable geometry for versatile riding
Impressive handling and vibration-damping capabilities
Solid specifications with options for mechanical and electronic drivetrains
Multiple mounting options for accessories and bikepacking
Aesthetics may not appeal to everyone
Slightly heavier than some competitors
Tyres optimized for dry conditions only
Rondo’s new Ruut is already a rideable bike.
BikerumorThe ride is like that of a speedy endurance bike.
BikeRadarThe Rondo Ruut CF1 G2 stands out for many reasons besides its wild design – it's beautifully balanced, well-appointed and fast when the going gets rough.
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Oct 2024 · Warren Rossiter
Soft-tail back end and reimagined gravel geometry make the Ruut a serious contender
Impressive handling and comfort
Adjustable geometry brings versatility
Solid specification
Love or hate looks
Tyres are for dry summer use only
Aug 2021 · Paul Norman
Versatile and fun to ride, but with a few spec niggles
Fun on and off road
Swappable geometry to change ride qualities
Fiddly geometry swap
Non-taped wheels
Awkward bar ergonomics
Uncomfortable saddle
Jan 2021
The Rondo RUUT AL1 is a gravel bike that offers adjustable geometry via a TwinTip system built into the fork. The adjustments are subtle, but whatever the setting the RUUT is masses of fun to ride – though it doesn't stack up for spec against its competition. Rondo Ruut CF2 review Ragley Trig Gravel complete bike review off-road.cc's Best Bikes of 2020 - Gravel Bike of the Year Award, plus Benchmark, Bargain and Editor's Choice The RUUT AL1 is a great looking bike with an almost industrial aesthetic – the raw finish and chunky welds are intriguing features.
Dec 2020 · Cory Benson
Rondo adds 2x builds to their popular Ruut gravel bikes for 2021, offering both carbon & alloy bikes with wide, tightly-space GRX gearing...
| Frame | RUUT 2.0 CUSTOM FORMED AL6061-T6 BB Standard: BSA, 68mm, Threaded Tire Clearance: 45c Colors: Raw / Gray; White / Gray |
|---|---|
| Fork | TWINTIP 2.0 CARBON |
| Bottom Bracket | PF 86/SHIMANO BB RS500 |
| Headset | UPPER STACK: IS 42 / 28,6 LOWER STACK: IS 52 / 40 SHIS |
| Stem | RONDO 60MM(XS) 80MM(S), 90MM(M,L), 110MM(XL) |
| Handlebar | RONDO FLARE 400MM (XS), 420MM(S), 440MM(M,L), 460MM(XL) |
| Saddle | SELLE ITALIA MODEL X |
| Seatpost | RONDO 350 X 27.2 Type: Rigid |
| Grips | San Marco |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM APEX 1 |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | '- |
| Crank | RONDO DIRECT 42T 160 (XS), 170MM(S), 172.5MM(M,L), 175MM (XL) |
| Shifters | SRAM APEX 1 |
| Cassette | MICROSHIFT 11-42 11 SPEED |
| Chain | SRAM PC1130 |
| Brakes | SRAM APEX1 Type: SRAM Apex Hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | RONDO ALUMINIUM 622-23/584-23(XS) |
|---|---|
| Front Hub | RONDO SUPERLIGHT SEALED BEARINGS |
| Rear Hub | RONDO SUPERLIGHT SEALED BEARINGS |
| Tires | VITTORIA TERRENO DRY 700C X 40/SCHWALBE G-ONE BITE 650B X 40 (XS) |
| Disc Rotors | SRAM G2CS 160MM/160MM |
First added March 19
Last updated July 13
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