I have been incredibly lucky to ride a fair share of Gravel bikes recently across some of the most insane terrain you could imagine! But, I’ve got to say it, I think I may have found what I perceive to be the BEST yet!

The Cervélo Aspero. Probably the best gravel bike I have ridden

My Cervélo Aspero definitely looks the part. I’ve been greatly impressed with the way it rides and handles. But more than anything the paint job is incredible. Now for a breakdown on the spec:

Cervélo Aspero: Size 54

Shimano GRX 1x Groupset
Shimano Dura Ace Power Meter
Wolf Tooth 40t Chainring
PRO Dropper Seatpost
PRO Stealth Gravel Edition Saddle
PRO Vibe PLT 120mm Stem
PRO Gravel Carbon Handlebars
PRO Bartape
Parcours ALTA Gravel Specific Wheelset with a 11-40t Casette and 160 Dura Ace Rotors
Wahoo ELEMNT ROAM for navigation
Maurten providing the nutrition
Pedalsure covering the insurance.

Some thoughts about the bike.. It is quick, light and nimble. Much more so than any other gravel bike I have ridden and admittedly that may not be for everyone but for me it definitely makes the ride a hell of a lot more fun! I’ve headed out north of London on a few gravel rides on it now and every single time I just end up smiling. If thats not a good sign I’m not sure what else could be?

So. What would I change about this bike? The question I’m sure many people would like to know.. I would change the pedals to some Shimano XTR ones. (I’ve now done this and they are awesome.) I’d also love to set this up with GRX Di2. Fingers crossed that will happen! Otherwise very very little. The stock bike comes with some 650B wheels which I am keen to use on some of those more gnarly roads, but for now lets get out there testing this beast out more on some trails!