The Boardman TRVL 8.9 Flat Bar draws inspiration from classic hardtail mountain bikes, combining modern performance with nostalgic design. With a 6061 alloy frame, RockShox Rudy fork, and SRAM Eagle GX/SX 12-speed drivetrain, this bike offers smooth, precise shifting and confident handling on various terrains. Its hydraulic disc brakes and tubeless-ready tyres ensure you can ride comfortably and safely in any condition.

Boardman TRVL Range Review

Key Features:

•     Frame: Adventure, 6061 alloy, 70-degree head angle
•     Front Fork: RockShox Rudy, 40mm travel
•     Drivetrain: SRAM Eagle GX/SX, 1x12-speed
•     Brakes: SRAM DB-S300-A1 hydraulic disc brakes
•     Wheels: Boardman TRVL alloy, tubeless ready
•     Tyres: Goodyear Connector, 700x45mm, versatile tread pattern
•     Other Standout Feature: Fizik Terra Argo gravel-specific saddle
•     Finance Option: Available with 0% APR finance

This bike's design draws inspiration from classic hardtail mountain bikes, exuding a sense of nostalgia but with modern performance advantages. The TRVL 8.9 features a 6061 alloy frame with a 70-degree head angle and a RockShox Rudy fork with 40mm of travel. Its capable handling and cushioning make long gravel sportives or multi-day adventures easier on your back and hands. Ride with confidence down loose fire roads knowing your front tyre will track and grip the ground.

No triple chainrings or 6-speed screw-on freewheels here! A SRAM 1x12 Eagle GX/SX mix groupset with an 11-50 tooth cassette is engineered for smoother, more precise shifting. The wide-range cassette allows you to tackle steeper trails with enough left in the tank to handle whatever challenges you find when you get to the top. The brakes are up-to-date hydraulic disc brakes running on 160mm rotors, so you can stop swiftly, whatever the surface or weather.

The Boardman TRVL 8.9 alloy wheelset is tubeless ready. To experience the added grip, comfort, and versatility of a tubeless setup, you only need to add sealant and valves! Goodyear's 45mm gravel-specific Connector tyre is the TRVL 8.9's tyre of choice. Designed as a fast-rolling all-terrain tyre, its versatile tread pattern with tightly-spaced centre knobs and aggressive side knobs delivers straight-line momentum whilst retaining grip demands when the direction changes or the route gets technical. They also have tan walls for a 90's vibe!

The Fizik Terra Argo saddle is designed, from its rails up, as a dedicated gravel saddle. A stiff rail system supports a compliant shell designed to facilitate a degree of flex, reducing vibration and improving comfort. Fizik has opted for a slightly softer, more progressive foam than that used on their racing saddles, and when combined with the Argo's shortened nose, waved profile, and ergonomic channel, helps riders hold their position for longer in more comfort and pedal more effectively over changing terrains.

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