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Christian Allmendinger

Faster? Higher? Farther!

In the GRX group launched in 2020, SHIMANO combines the speed-oriented qualities of its road bike groupsets with the alpine off-road qualities of its MTB groupsets to create the most complete gravel bike component ensemble that does more than just inspire its riders.

Due to the impressive and versatile qualities of this new Gravel groupset, STEVENS has equipped 5 of its top models with it.
The GRX components differ from their road and trail counterparts in several key areas:

Gravel-inspired shifter design

Anyone who turns off the asphalt onto gravel roads or even light trails more than once with their Gravel Racer will be pleased with the secure grip delivered by the raised lever head and the ribbed surface structure of the GRX brake/shift levers. The curved brake levers with anti-slip coating provide better ergonomics. As the brake lever axle is positioned a whopping 18 mm higher than the road bike components, less lever force is required - which is ideal on demanding descents and long rides when your hands begin to fatigue.

Shadow+ rear derailleur w/ “Gravel mode”

As off-road terrain is much rougher, the GRX rear derailleurs (RD-RX810 and RD-RX400) have adopted the stabilizer technology from their MTB siblings - recognizable by the addition of the name "Shadow+". When "Gravel Mode" is switched on, the movement of the rear derailleur arm is strongly damped for a stable drivetrain and continuous shifting with minimal chain bounce.

Gravel-capable gear ratios

With 46 and 30 tooth chainrings, the FC-RX600 crankset undercuts even the previous "Master of the Mountains", namely compact cranks, by 4 teeth each. In combination with cassettes from the MTB range with up to 42 teeth on the largest sprocket, any brutal gravel climb can be mastered - even with "bike-packing" luggage on the bike. At the rear, the GRX group offers a choice of 10 or 11 gears. At the front, more tire clearance than its racing siblings due to a 2.5 mm higher chainline.

"With GRX there are no more excuses," claims SHIMANO with such strong arguments in its arsenal. STEVENS puts this bold claim into practice - in the form of 5 bike highlights that will take you further in a variety of ways:

SUPER PRESTIGE 1x11 – The 1-O-1 of 1x11

  • Stiff AND vertically compliant carbon frame (1000 grams!) w/ QR12 thru-axle
  • "World Champion" geometry and frame details
  • Shimano GRX 1x11-spd drivetrain
  • Easton carbon crank plus integrated chainguide
  • Ultra-fast DT Swiss C1800 Spline wheelset and Schwalbe X-One Allround Evolution tires

The STEVENS Super Prestige is available from authorized retailers – in the colour Polar Blue.

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PRESTIGE – The new way to cross…

  • Newly designed Gravel crosser w/ longer wheelbase (stable handling!) & lots of tire clearance (comfort!)
  • Aluminium fork w/ tapered steerer, thru-axle and eyelets for Bike Packing
  • Gravel-worthy Shimano GRX 2x11-spd drivetrain & hydraulic GRX Flatmount disc brakes
  • Fulcrum Racing wheelset plus fast Schwalbe G-One Bite tires (foldable)
  • 6 frame sizes from 48 to 61 cm

The STEVENS Prestige is available from authorized retailers – in the colours Petrol Blue and Phantom Black.

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GAVERE – Gravel Update for the All Year Round All-rounder.

  • Newly designed Gravel crosser w/ longer wheelbase (stable handling!) & lots of tire clearance (comfort!)
  • Aluminium fork w/ tapered steerer, thru-axle and eyelets for Bike Packing
  • Gravel-worthy Shimano GRX 2x10-spd drivetrain & hydraulic GRX Flatmount disc brakes
  • Fulcrum Racing wheelset plus fast Schwalbe G-One Bite tires
  • Gravel cockpit w/ the new Oxygen Scorpo Aero Gravel handlebar

The STEVENS Gavere is available from authorized retailers – in the colour Highland Green.

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VAPOR 11x11 & Vapor 2x11 – Faster. Simple. Safe.

Vapor 1x11:

  • Innovative aluminium cyclocross bike w/ Flatmount disc mounts & QR12 thru-axles front and rear
  • Lightweight full carbon fork w/ fender mounts
  • Shimano GRX 1x11-speed cyclocross drivetrain
  • Shimano GRX hydraulic disc brakes
  • Lightweight Fulcrum Racing wheelset plus fast Schwalbe X-One Allround tires

The STEVENS Vapor is available from authorized retailers – in the colour Python.

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STEVENS Vapor 2x11

Vapor 2x11:

  • Innovative aluminium cyclocross bike w/ Flatmount disc mounts & QR12 thru-axles front and rear
  • Lightweight full carbon fork w/ fender mounts
  • Shimano GRX 2x11-speed cyclocross drivetrain
  • Shimano GRX hydraulic disc brakes
  • Lightweight Fulcrum Racing wheelset plus fast Schwalbe X-One Allround tires

The STEVENS Vapor is available from authorized retailers – in the colour Foggy Grey.

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Shimano GRX Gruppe

TABOR – Gravel all-rounder at an entry-level price.

  • Newly designed Gravel crosser w/ longer wheelbase (stable handling!) & lots of tire clearance (comfort!)
  • Aluminium fork w/ tapered steerer and eyelets for Bike Packing
  • Gravel-worthy Shimano GRX/Tiagra 2x10-spd drivetrain & mechanical TRP Spyre C disc brakes
  • Ultra-fast, 40 mm wide Schwalbe G-One Bite tires
  • Gravel cockpit w/ the new Oxygen Scorpo Aero Gravel handlebar

The STEVENS Tabor is available from authorized retailers – in the colour Foggy Grey.

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SUPREME & SUPREME PRO – No more excuses.

Supreme:

  • Fast commuter road bike w/ STEVENS' cyclocross DNA
  • Weight-optimized aluminium frame & fork
  • Shimano GRX 2x10-speed drivetrain plus hydraulic GRX Flatmount disc brakes
  • Fast Schwalbe G-One Allround tires (40 mm!)
  • Classy commuter details: hub dynamo, LED lights, fenders …

The STEVENS Supreme is available at authorized retailers – in the colour Meteor Grey.

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Supreme Pro

Supreme Pro:

  • Fast commuter road bike w/ STEVENS' cyclocross DNA
  • Weight-optimized aluminium frame & fork
  • Shimano GRX 2x11-speed drivetrain plus hydraulic GRX Flatmount disc brakes
  • Fast Schwalbe G-One Allround tires (40 mm!)
  • High-end commuter details: hub dynamo, Supernova LED front beam, SKS fenders …

The STEVENS Supreme Pro is available at authorized retailers – in the colour Umbra Grey.

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E-GETAWAY – Get in the saddle. And off we go.

  • Sportive gravel racer with STEVENS' cyclocross DNA
  • Super light, innovative Fazua evation drive system – Made in Germany
  • New Shimano GRX 2x11-speed rear derailleur & hydraulic disc brakes
  • 35mm deep carbon rims & classy Shimano hubs
  • Optionally convertible to fast road bike wheels

The STEVENS E-Getaway is available from authorized retailers – in the colour Slate Grey.

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