ASPERO Apex XPLR 1
Description
In 2019, the Cervélo Áspero marked a turning point in the gravel world by imposing an approach resolutely oriented towards speed and performance. This 2026 version remains faithful to this spirit while benefiting from significant improvements: a threaded T47 bottom bracket easier to maintain, a universal SRAM UDH derailleur hanger compatible with the latest drivetrains and even more refined cable routing. The aerodynamics of the frame have also been optimized, not only for pure speed, but also to preserve the rider's energy over long distances.
Comfort hasn't been forgotten: lowered seatstays increase rear-end compliance, while slightly reduced front-end stiffness makes long hours in the saddle more bearable. Faster, more comfortable, and more versatile, the Cervélo Aspero Apex XPLR 1 black/charcoal 2026 is geared toward demanding gravel racing while still offering generous mud clearance and convenient accessory mounts.
| Fork | Cervélo All-Carbon, Tapered Aspero Fork |
| Headset | FSA IS2 1-1/4, 45° x 45° / 1-1/2, 36° x 45° |
| Seatpost | Cervélo Alloy 27.2 |
| Seatpost Sizing | Size 48 - 0mm, Size 51 - 0mm, Size 54 - 0mm, Size 56 - 0mm, Size 58 - 0mm, Size 61 - 15mm |
| Left Shifter/Brake | SRAM Apex D1 |
| Right Shifter/Brake | SRAM Apex D1 |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM Apex XPLR D1 |
| Brake Rotors | SRAM Centerline 6-Bolt |
| Front Thru Axles | Cervélo Aero Thru Axle Front, M12x1.5mm, 127mm length |
| Rear Thru Axles | Cervélo Aero Thru Axle Rear, M12x1.0mm, 169mm length |
| Bottom Bracket | SRAM DUB Wide, T47 BBright |
| Crankset | SRAM Apex 1 D1, 40T, DUB Wide |
| Crank Sizing | Size 48 - 165mm SRAM, 170mm Shimano, Size 51 - 165mm SRAM, 170mm Shimano, Size 54 - 170mm, Size 56 - 170mm, Size 58 - 172.5mm, Size 61 - 172.5mm |
| Handlebar | Zipp Service Course 70 XPLR Alloy, 31.8mm clamp, 5 degree flare, 11 degree outsweep |
| Handlebar Sizing | Size 48 - 36cm, Size 51 - 38cm, Size 54 - 40cm, Size 56 - 40cm, Size 58 - 42cm, Size 61 - 42cm |
| Stem | Cervélo ST36 Alloy |
| Stem Sizing | Size 48 - 80mm, Size 51 - 80mm, Size 54 - 90mm, Size 56 - 90mm, Size 58 - 100mm, Size 61 - 100mm |
| Saddle | Cervélo Saddle |
| Cassette | SRAM Apex XPLR D1, 11-44T, 12-Speed |
| Chain | SRAM Apex D1 |
| 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 |
| Tire | WTB Vulpine TCS Light Fast Rolling Dual DNA 60tpi 700x45c |
| Max Tire Width | 700c - 45mm / 650c - 47mm |
