BMC URS ONE Rival
Best performance gravel bike for riders seeking comfort and climbing capability.
This bike blends high-end carbon integration with clever rear-end suspension to smooth out the roughest gravel tracks. You sacrifice a bit of raw, stripped-down simplicity for a more refined, comfortable ride, but the result is a machine that feels remarkably capable and composed on long, unpredictable days in the saddle.
$2469.00
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Podium Multisport
Who it's for
- Riders seeking extra comfort on rough, bumpy gravel terrain
- Adventurers tackling steep, technical descents at high speeds
- Cyclists prioritizing a sleek, lightweight, and premium aesthetic
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious buyers comparing value against similar component builds
- Home mechanics preferring simple, standard, and easy-to-service frames
- Riders needing massive clearance for extreme, muddy conditions
Performance breakdown
Frame Compliance
Micro Travel Technology effectively absorbs chatter on rough, unpaved surfaces.
Drivetrain Versatility
SRAM Eagle gearing provides ample range for steep, technical gravel climbs.
Handling Precision
Gravel+ geometry balances high-speed stability with responsive, confident cornering.
Integration Level
Clean cable routing and cockpit design create a sleek, uncluttered aesthetic.
Adventure Readiness
Multiple mounting points make it easy to carry gear for bikepacking.
Wheelset Durability
DT Swiss G1800s offer reliable, robust performance for varied terrain abuse.
Key Specs
Frame - URS Premium Carbon with Micro Travel Technology Tuned Compliance Concept Gravel; Gravel+ Geometry; Internal Cable Routing; Fender and Rack Mounts; PF86 Bottom Bracket; Flat Mount Disc; 12x142mm Thru-Axle
Fork - URS Premium Carbon with Tuned Compliance Concept Gravel; Internal Brake & Hub Dynamo Cable Routing; Fender Mounts; Flat Mount Disc; 12x100mm Thru-Axle
Rear Shock - Micro Travel Technology Stays
Gears - 1x11
Chainwheel - SRAM RIVAL 1 40T
Cassette - SRAM PG 1130 11-42T
Chain - SRAM RIVAL 11 Speed
Rear Derailleur - SRAM RIVAL 1 Long Cage
Shifters - SRAM RIVAL 1 HRD
Brakes - SRAM RIVAL HRD | SRAM Centerline 180 / 160mm
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