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Facts
Release Year
Brand
Gearing Type
Weight
20.72, 20.79, 21.25, 21.60, 23.40 lb
Suspension
Brake Type
Frame Material
Summary of Reviews
We have read all expert and user reviews on the Ribble CGR Ti. In summary, this is what cyclists think.
16 reasons to buy
- The Ribble CGR Ti has a lightweight and durable titanium frame. Titanium is much lighter than steel, more compliant than aluminum and does not rust.
- The frame's tubing is shaped to improve compliance and maintain stiffness.
- The threaded bottom bracket is easy to maintain and does not develop a creak as easily as press fit bottom brackets.
- The bike is light. Models weigh between 20.72 and 23.40 pounds.
- The Schwalbe G-One Allroad tires are capable on and off road. They can tackle most dry conditions including loose gravel and dirt tracks extremely well.
- The CGR Ti allows clearance for 700c x 45mm or 650b x 47mm tires. There are builds available with 700c and 650b tires.
- There are 1x and 2x build options available. This allows riders to have a bike with their preferred gearing and groupset.
- Hydraulic disc brakes ensure cyclists riding the CGR Ti stop on demand in wet and dry weather.
- There are mounts for a rack and fenders. The Sport build includes fenders.
- The bike comes with a path for internal routing set up for a dynamo hub.
- Ribble's Bikebuilder app allows riders to upgrade or change components on any of the standard six build options.
- The carbon fork reduces vibrations from the road.
- The bike is versatile. Users found it great for the occasional road ride, exploring gravel roads, bikepacking, touring and commuting.
- Experts agree the bike is priced affordably for a titanium gravel and adventure bike.
- The CGR Ti is available in five sizes that best fit adults 5'4" to 6'4".
- Internal cabling gives the bike a neat and tidy appearance.
2 reasons not to buy
- Experts agree that the CGR Ti does not perform the best in wet and muddy conditions.
- The rims are not set up for tubeless tires on the Mavic wheelsets that are used on several builds of the bike.
Bottom line
The Ribble CGR Ti is a very versatile bicycle. Riders can use 700c or 650b wheels and tires with the bike. There are mounts for a rack and fenders. The Sport build includes fenders. The bike has internal cable and hose routing. There is even a passage for routing a dynamo hub. The hydraulic disc brakes are reliable and responsive. Builds are available with a 1x or 2x groupset. The bike does well in dry conditions. It is not as capable on muddy routes.Expert Reviews
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