The new Áspero remains true to its original brief, but with some improvements: a threaded BB shell, neater cable routing, and a UDH-compatible derailleur hanger for those who want to use SRAM’s Transmission drivetrains. And it’s more aero, of course

The new Áspero remains true to its original brief, but with some improvements: a threaded BB shell, neater cable routing, and a UDH-compatible derailleur hanger for those who want to use SRAM’s Transmission drivetrains.

The new Áspero remains true to its original brief, but with some improvements: a threaded BB shell, neater cable routing, and a UDH-compatible derailleur hanger for those who want to use SRAM’s Transmission drivetrains. And it’s more aero, of course.

We were told to win the race, be quick, efficient, keep the pace. Always chasing, seeking more,
even if it makes you sore? Letting go of time, habits and doubt. Letting go of all, no rushing about. This bike’s made for journeys under the sun.

The Focus Atlas 8.9 Gravel Bike (2026) is a high-performance carbon gravel bike designed for riders who want to push deeper into adventure without sacrificing speed, control or ride quality. Built around Focus’ lightweight carbon frame and fork.

Gravel racing. Just the term should tip you off that things have changed from the early days of putting wider treaded tyres on dropbar bikes. If gravel used to be a fun way to get off the roads and explore wilder landscapes, it has now evolved.