2026 Niner

ORE 9 RDO - FRAMESET

Mountain bike expertise for gravel bike design

Lightest carbon frame tested to MTB ISO standard

Suspension-corrected geometry with slack head angle

Threaded T47 bottom bracket for serviceability

UDH derailleur hanger for drivetrain choices

Internal routing for dropper post

Lifetime warranty on frameset

GRX drivetrain smooth and efficient

GRX brakes powerful and modulated

DT Swiss 1800 wheels robust for off-road

Silent internal cable routing over rough terrain

Damped carbon ride quality

Fun, mountain-bike-like handling on singletrack

Smooth and quiet ride

Rear brake mount needed facing to function properly

Stock 40c tires limiting on technical climbs

Long front end causes front wheel wander on slow climbs

Wheels heavier than some gravel bike wheels

No inner storage compartment

No rackmounting options for bikepacking

Mountain-bike-inspired geometry provides stable, confident handling on rough terrain

Tests to MTB ISO standards for durability

Quick and efficient on pavement and smooth dirt

Excellent climbing and acceleration

Smooth, quiet ride with internal routing

Generous tire clearance for larger rubber

Dropper-post and suspension fork compatible

Lifetime warranty

Rear flat-mount brake surface issue requiring shop work

Lightweight and efficient carbon frame for pedaling

Adaptable to suit a range of ride types with wide tire clearance and the ability to run suspension and/or a dropper post

Quality construction and looks good, too

Fork could use a set of mounts

Capable enough for most rides, but not optimized for any one area