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Shafer Comp Apex
An aluminum frame gravel bike with upper mid-range components and sram apex hydraulic disc brakes.
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Manufacturer Price
$2,499| Frame | Aluminum |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Rigid |
| Fork | Carbon |
| Wheels | 700c Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 11 |
| Groupset | Apex |
| Brakes | SRAM Apex Hydraulic Disc |
Based on build material and quality level of the frame, fork, wheelset, groupset, suspension system, and more.
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View Comparison156cm – 166cm
163cm – 174cm
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Summary
The Fezzari Shafer gravel bike is consistently praised for its versatility, stable geometry, and excellent value, making it a strong contender in the gravel bike category. It excels in various conditions, from high-speed descents to technical trails, and offers a comfortable ride with its compliant seatpost and large tire clearance. While it may lack some brand cachet and have subdued color options, its performance and customization options stand out.
Versatile for adventure and bike packing
Stable geometry for high-speed stability and low-speed maneuvers
Good value for the price
Lightweight and comfortable
Ample mounting options
Minimal brand cachet
Overly subdued color choices
Slow-speed handling can be sluggish
Somewhat harsh ride on rough surfaces
Stock tires aren't great in loose conditions
It’s going to be hard to beat, period, and even harder to beat for the price.
BikerumorIf you are looking for a bike that can confidently take you on an adventure where a little less under-biking will increase the fun factor, you cannot go wrong with the Fezzari carbon Shafer Comp GRX.
CX MagazineFezzari’s second-generation Shafer is an impressive gravel bike in its own right, but it becomes far more impressive still when you factor in the incredible value.
Cycling TipsThe Shafer AL is a quality gravel bike with an approachable price that we feel is a great option for those just getting started in the gravel scene.
Outdoor Gear LabThe Shafer is a legit race-ready gravel warhorse.
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Sept 2023 · Clifford Lee
The Fezzari Shafer Comp GRX carbon gravel bike is a bargain for USD 2300. Is it the ideal bike for your adventures or racing? Read our review.
Stable and confident on steep downhills and technical trails
Good vibration damping and comfort on washboard surfaces
Excellent for bikepacking with many mounting points
Competitive price for carbon frame ($2300 as tested)
30-day return policy and lifetime warranty
Sluggish acceleration and not ideal for cyclocross racing
High trail causes steering flop on steep climbs
Cable routing creates shifting resistance
Heavy wheelset (1950g) and tires (600g)
Proprietary lock ring compatibility issue with some wheels
Sept 2022 · Jeremy Benson
If you're looking to get into gravel biking without breaking the bank, the Fezzari Shafer AL is a solid option. The entry-level model in their line of...
Affordable
Reasonably lightweight
Fairly versatile
Somewhat harsh ride
Stock tires aren't great in loose conditions
Tubeless conversion required re-taping on both wheels
Nov 2021 · Fred Dreier
If you want a stable and confident bike for racing, trail riding, and bikepacking, this one is a worthy choice.
Sept 2021 · Tyler Benedict
We test the Fezzari Shafer gravel bike by logging 600+ miles racing BWR and riding it across North Carolina. Here's why we want to keep it.
Sept 2021 · James Huang
Fezzari’s revamped Shafer gravel bike has traded its old me-too personality for modern progressive handling, more capabilities, and value that should put mainstream brands on notice.
Thoroughly progressive geometry and handling, good stiffness and ride quality, clean and elegant aesthetics, ample mounting options, superb value.
Minimal brand cachet, overly subdued color choices.
| Frame | Fezzari Shafer Gravel Frameset - compact design, double-butted, heat-treated, light-weight aluminum, *Note: Smaller frames do not support second set of bottle cage bosses 10x135 QR rear 12x100 front thru axles. Frame Defense Tech derailleur hanger. Max tire clearance 40c. BB Standard: BSA, 68mm, Threaded Tire Clearance: 40c |
|---|---|
| Fork | Fezzari Gravel Carbon Disc Fork, 12x100 Thru Axle, 40c tire clearance, 1 1/8-1.5 taper, internal routing |
| Shock | N/A |
| Bottom Bracket | SRAM GXP English BSA |
| Headset | FSA Orbit 1.5 ZS NO.57E |
| Stem | Fezzari 3D forged 31.8mm alloy, 7 degree, 4-bolt bar clamp (customized sizing through 23-Point Custom Setup) |
| Handlebar | Fezzari GR Alloy. 31.8 diameter, 70mm reach, 120mm drop, 18 degree flare |
| Saddle | Selle Italia Model X Superflow |
| Seatpost | Fezzari Racing Design XrT Carbon, Dual bolt adjust, 27.2mm Type: Rigid |
| Pedals | Available Separately |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM Apex 1x11 |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | N/A |
| Crank | SRAM Apex 1, GXP, 1x11, Alloy |
| Shifters | SRAM Apex 1x11 Hydraulic |
| Cassette | SRAM PG1130, 11-42T |
| Chain | SRAM PC-1110 11-spd |
| Brakes | SRAM Apex, hydraulic disc, SRAM Centerline 160mm Rotors Type: SRAM Apex Hydraulic Disc |
| Brake Levers | SRAM Apex Hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | Alex GD24, Tubeless Ready |
|---|---|
| Spokes | 15G Stainless Steel, J-Pull |
| Front Hub | Bear Pawls Road Disc |
| Rear Hub | Bear Pawls Road Disc |
| Tires | Maxxis Receptor 40c EXO Tubeless Ready |
First added 9 September
Last updated 2 March
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