Stratosphere

An evolution of the first-generation Provincial Trail, this bike is here for your summer bike packing trips, weekend gravel grinds, and maybe even the odd cross or road race. If you're keen to leave traffic behind and explore gravel roads, the Provincial Trail 2 is the tool for the job. Built on fast rolling 700C wheels wearing 42mm wide tires, this bike delivers the grip and comfort of a gravel bike, and the potential speed of road bike. Equipped with SRAM’s gravel focused 12-speed Apex groupset, you get tons of mechanical advantage to help flatten out the climbs. By moving to a 1x12 drivetrain, we have removed a potential point of failure in the front, derailleur, giving you the durability enjoyed by mountain bikers for years. While the Provincial Trail Bike is outfitted with everything you need to go on your next gravel epic, turning this adventure bike into a Gran Fondo–capable one is quite easy. Get yourself a set of 700C slick tires and you'll maintain the same geometry you’re used to, but in an even faster package.Light and strong 6000-series aluminum frame has a stable trail-ready geometryInternal cable routing uses alloy cable-stops that allow you to customize your setup and add a dropper post should you wish to do soCarbon fibre fork with aluminum steerer features internal cable routing to keep things looking cleanFront fork features fender mounts and internal cable routing for a clean and snag-free lookFrame is equipped with eyelets for fenders, a rear rack, and 3 bottle cages for those long adventures12x100mm thru-axle fork and 12x142mm frame makes it easy to switch between these adventure-ready wheels and road-specific onesFrame and fork clearance allows for tires that measures up to 45mm in widthSRAM Apex 1x12 gruppo yields fast shifts and solid braking in a lightweight packageDoubleTap system, shifting up or down is done with a short sweep of your fingersSRAM Apex hydraulic disc brakes provide outstanding power and modulation regardless of weatherSRAM Centerline 160mm rotors provide plenty of stopping powerSRAM Apex 1 crankset uses X-Sync™ chainring technology for excellent chain retention in rough terrainWTB ST i23 rims are tubeless ready and designed for the rigours of gravel grindsWTB Resolute tires are tubeless ready and have evenly spaced square lugs that bite into soft trails and clear mud with ease. Lugs carry up the sidewall for grip in corners and when running tubeless at lower pressuresMEC carbon fibre seat post and fork help soak up vibration for a comfortable rideFizik Terra Alpaca X5 is 145mm wide, comfortably cradling your sit bones on rough terrain and long ridesBikes are covered by MEC's Rocksolid Guarantee and Bike Service Agreement. You can bring your bike to any MEC bike shop for free adjustments and minor maintenance for a year after purchaseMEC bikes are designed in Canada. Everything from the frames to the graphics are developed at the MEC Head Office in Vancouver, BCDue to challenges with supply chain, components may be substituted for comparable parts at any time. The listed build is how MEC intended your bike to arrive, though the manufacturer may need to make a tweak or two to get you riding sooner

MSRP	($1,980)
Where to Buy	— $1 At
Category	Gravel
	3.5
Frame	Aluminum
	Carbon
Wheels	Aluminum
Wheel Size	700c
Clearance	45c
	SRAM Apex Hydraulic Disc


	Apex
Drivetrain	1 × 12
Brand Site	mec.ca
Summary	The MEC Provincial Trail 2 is an aluminum frame gravel bike with mid-range components and sram apex hydraulic disc brakes.

Frame	MEC tapered 6061 aluminum BB Standard: BSA, 68mm, Threaded Tire Clearance: 45c Color: Stratosphere
Fork	Carbon with aluminum steerer
Bottom Bracket	SRAM BB BSA
Headset	FSA NO. 42-ACB
Stem	Easton EA50 31.8mm
Handlebar	Easton EA50 31.8mm
Saddle	Fizik Terra Alpaca X5
Seatpost	MEC carbon Type: Rigid
Pedals	Sold separately

Rear Derailleur	SRAM Apex
Front Derailleur	N/A
Crank	SRAM Apex 40T
Shifters	SRAM Apex
Cassette	SRAM PG 1231 XPLR 12-speed 11-44T
Chain	SRAM APEX
Brakes	SRAM Apex (hydraulic disc) Type: SRAM Apex Hydraulic Disc
Brake Levers	SRAM Apex

Rims	WTB ST i23 TCS
Spokes	DT Champion
Front Hub	Formula CL-712
Rear Hub	Formula RX-142
Tires	WTB Resolute Comp 700 x 42