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Szepter CORE 3 700c
A carbon frame gravel bike with upper mid-range components and sram rival hydraulic disc brakes.
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Manufacturer Price
$3,299| Weight | 21.6 lbs |
|---|---|
| Frame | Carbon |
| Suspension | Hardtail, 40mm |
| Fork | RockShox Rudy XPLR |
| Wheels | 700c Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 12 Electronic |
| Groupset | Rival XPLR AXS, Rival AXS |
| Brakes | SRAM Rival Hydraulic Disc |
Based on build material and quality level of the frame, fork, wheelset, groupset, suspension system, and more.
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View Comparison5'0" – 5'6"
5'4" – 5'10"
5'8" – 6'1"
5'11" – 6'5"
6'3" – 6'8"
Summary
The YT Industries Szepter is a standout gravel bike that blends mountain bike prowess with gravel versatility, offering a fun, confidence-inspiring ride across diverse terrains. Its progressive geometry, RockShox suspension fork, and dropper post enhance off-road performance, making it particularly adept on descents and rough trails. While it may not be the lightest or fastest on paved roads, its playful nature and robust build cater to riders seeking adventure beyond traditional gravel paths.
Progressive geometry for versatile performance
RockShox suspension fork enhances off-road comfort and control
Dropper post adds versatility and confidence on descents
High-value build with quality components
Fun and playful ride quality
Heavier than some gravel bikes due to suspension and dropper
Limited tire clearance compared to some competitors
Not optimized for speed on flat, paved roads
It is by far the most capable and fun to ride graveller I've ever swung a leg over.
Bike PerfectThis bike is quite simply just a big bag of fun.
Cycling TipsThe Szepter is a bike that will be brilliant if you're heading out for a blast and want or need to link up road sections, mtb trails and gravel.
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Nov 2023 · Matthew Pioro
The company’s product development manager on engineering fun
Aug 2023
I first sampled the YT Szepter gravel bike in San Clemente, USA, at the bike’s international debut late last year. It impressed me on all fronts and made mince meat of the route mapped out for us but an objective assessment would mean testing it here in the UK, too. The terrain on offer in and around the Surrey Hills – where I do the bulk of my off-road riding – is slower and more technical than the open expanses of California and I was keen to see how it would do in this predominantly wet and slippery terrain.
Aug 2023 · Jan Richter
We kick up some dust in gravel paradise with Walter Röhrl, the new YT Szepter and Porsche 911 Dakar to talk about Walter’s passion for cycling and rallying.
May 2023 · John Herron
Are gravel bikes becoming light weight mountain bikes? Kind of. But also they're still gravel bikes. And super fun.
Mar 2023 · Jeremy Benson
The YT Szepter is a unique entry into the growing gravel market from a mountain bike-focused brand. True to YT's roots, it has a progressive gravel...
Progressive gravel geometry
Suspension fork and dropper post
Outstanding downhill performance and comfort
Excellent build for the price
Suspension and dropper add weight
Not the lightest or zippiest climber
Nov 2022 · Richard Owen
Gravity MTB brand YT launch into the gravel market with the Szepter. We get hands-on with the new bike in the California hills
Super capable ride
40mm RockShox fork
50mm Reverb dropper
Clearance for 45mm tires
Integrated fenders
Looks definitely divide opinion
Almost 10kg in weight
Nov 2022 · Ben Delaney
An upright bike that early indications show is surprisingly comfortable and fun to ride… at a good price
Clear sense of purpose (it’s a fun bike, not a race bike)
Good value
Confident handling
Heavy
Pigeonholed outside race and bikepacking gravel spheres
Nov 2022 · Tom Wieckowski
Gravel suspension has been knocking at the door for a while, could the Szepter be the bike to kick it down?
Very capable across a range of terrain
Comfortable riding position
The inclusion of fork and dropper post inspire confidence
Suspension fork and dropper post add additional servicing costs
Some riders may want larger tyre clearances
Dec 2024 · Brian Long
Awesome bike. New kitchen sink handlebars transformed it even more. Cannot wait to get it on some technical gravel. Rival etap system is great, but th
Comfort, fit, tall stack height which is great for a tall guy like me.
Color (assault green). Wish the core 3 came in the black.
| Fork | RockShox Rudy XPLR, 700c | 40 mm | Solo Air I Rebound adj. | Diffusion Black I 12 mm x100 mm | 51 mm Offset Travel: 40mm Spring Type: Air |
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| Bottom Bracket | SRAM DUB Pressfit, BB DUB PF 86.5 Road Wide |
| Headset | ACROS AIA-538, IS52/52 I High Cap I 2 Spacer 5mm |
| Stem | ZIPP Service Course, Length 70mm | Diameter 31,8 mm I +/-6° | Black |
| Handlebar | ZIPP Service Course XPLR, 420 mm (S) 440 mm (M-L) 460 mm (XL-XXL) I 31,8 mm I 70 mm Reach |115 mm Drop | 11° Outsweep | 3° Backsweep | 5° Flare |
| Saddle | SDG Bel-Air V3 Overland, YT Custom Design | Lux-Alloy Rail | Width 140mm |
| Seatpost | ZIPP Service Course, Ø 27.2 mm | 350 mm | 0 Offset Type: Rigid |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM Rival XPLR ETAP AXS, 12-Speed | AXS Battery |
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| Crank | SRAM Rival 1 Wide, 170 mm (S) 172,5 mm (M-L) 175 mm (XL-XXL) | 38T I DUB |
| Shifters | SRAM Rival eTap AXS HRD, Rotor SRAM Centerline front 180 mm / rear 160 mm Left | Right |
| Cassette | SRAM XG1251 XPLR, 10-44T | 12-Speed |
| Brakes | SRAM Rival eTap AXS HRD, Rotor SRAM Centerline front 180 mm / rear 160 mm Left | Right Type: SRAM Rival Hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | WTB Speedterra i23, Front: 700c I 100 x 12 mm I 6 bolt I TCS Rear: 700c I 142 x 12 mm I 6 bolt I TCS I XDR |
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| Tires | WTB Resolute, 700c x 42c I TCS Light / Fast Rolling I 60 tpi I DUAL DNA |
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Last updated July 13
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