Description
Cervelo Aspero Apex Xplr Axs 1 (2026)
The 2026 Cervélo Áspero Apex XPLR 1 is built for riders who want gravel performance with speed, precision, and confidence across mixed terrain. Designed with a race-focused approach, the Áspero delivers responsive handling, efficient power transfer, and the versatility to tackle everything from fast gravel roads to long adventure rides and rough backroads.
Aerodynamic efficiency plays an important role in the Áspero’s performance, helping reduce drag and conserve energy over long rides and challenging conditions. Dropped seat stays improve rear-end compliance, creating a smoother and more comfortable ride on rough surfaces, while slightly reduced front-end stiffness helps reduce fatigue during long gravel races and all-day adventures. Increased mud clearance also improves versatility when conditions get wet, loose, or unpredictable.
The result is a gravel bike that feels fast, comfortable, and capable—ready for riders who want performance first.
Why Choose the 2026 Áspero Apex XPLR 1?
- Aerodynamic design for improved efficiency and reduced rider fatigue
- Increased comfort from dropped seat stays and improved compliance
- Additional mud clearance for rougher conditions
- T47a threaded bottom bracket for easier servicing and long-term durability
- SRAM Universal Derailleur Hanger (UDH) compatibility
- Internal cable routing for a clean cockpit and upgrade flexibility
- SRAM Apex XPLR 1×12-speed drivetrain
- Clearance for 700x45c tyres and gravel race-ready performance
Specifications:
- Model: Cervelo Aspero Apex Xplr 1
- Colour: Black/Charcoal
- Sizes (contact us for availability): 51cm, 56cm
- Frame: Cervélo Áspero Carbon
- Fork: Cervélo All-Carbon, Tapered Aspero Fork
- Handlebar: Zipp Service Course 70 XPLR Alloy, 31.8mm clamp, 5 degree flare, 11 degree outsweep
- Stem: Cervélo ST36 Alloy
- Seatpost: Cervélo Alloy 27.2
- Saddle: Cervélo Saddle
- Bottom Bracket: SRAM DUB Wide, T47 BBright
- Headset: FSA IS2 1-1/4, 45° x 45° / 1-1/2, 36° x 45°
- Front Thru Axle: Cervélo Aero Thru Axle Front, M12x1.5mm, 127mm length
- Rear Thru Axle: Cervélo Aero Thru Axle Rear, M12x1.0mm, 169mm length
- Front Wheel: Alexrims GX7, 12x100mm, 24H, 25mm IW, 6 bolt, tubeless compatible
- Rear Wheel: Alexrims GX7, 12x142mm, 24H, 25mm IW, HG freehub, 6 bolt, tubeless compatible
- Tyres: WTB Vulpine TCS Light Fast Rolling Dual DNA 60tpi 700x45c
- Shifter/Brake Levers: SRAM Apex D1
- Crankset: SRAM Apex 1 D1, 40T, DUB Wide
- Chain: SRAM Apex D1
- Cassette: SRAM Apex XPLR D1, 11–44T, 12-Speed
- Front Derailleur: Not Applicable
- Rear Derailleur: SRAM Apex XPLR D1
- Brake Rotors: SRAM Centerline 6-Bolt
- Accessories: Cervélo Front Computer/Accessory Mount 810, Cervélo Smartpak Top Tube Storage Bag 400A
Specifications are subject to minor changes.
