Wilier Triestina Jena
84/100
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Weight
20.02, 18.30, 19.40, 19.84, 20.39 lb
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Summary of Reviews
We have read all expert and user reviews on the Wilier Triestina Jena. In summary, this is what cyclists think.
13 reasons to buy
- This rig was versatile, being either an aggressive racer or bikepacker.
- A well thought-out frame allows for either 650b or 700c tires.
- The Jena’s carbon tubing features Kam Tail aero shaping.
- Jena builds are available in configurations with both 1x and 2x drivetrains.
- It’s indisputably lightweight, with a 2.2lb frame and 1lb fork.
- Myriad mounts ensure room for luggage, bottles and fenders.
- Internally-routed cabling keeps a stylish frame neat.
- Five different sizes, from XS to XL, offer a frame for most riders.
- A sloping top-tube allows for high stand-over and decent seatpole flex.
- Thin, flat seatstays allow flex and absorb vibrations.
- Generous clearance is given, for 650b tires up to 2.1” in width.
- Ritchey ErgoMax bars offered a variety of stances and an aggressive feel.
- The Jena felt comfortable, especially in the drops, unlike many gravel bikes.
3 reasons not to buy
- Ritchey ErgoMax bars made the bike sit too tall for some reviewers.
- Shimano RS171 wheels were heavy and were not tubeless-ready.
- On Shimano GRX builds, the short-cage rear derailleur limited the Jena’s gear range.
Bottom line
Wilier’s Jena is intended to be a versatile bike. With this rig, the road marque has attempted to create a machine that can race aggressively when unburdened, while also featuring ample fixtures for setup as a capable bikepacker. From most reports, this was achieved. Some testers felt that, with a tall head-tube and riser bars, the bike’s feel tended more toward long-distance riding rather than speed. However, with differing setups and aero tubing, the Jena was highly adaptable to faster riding. Road-bike gear-ratios were sometimes disliked on 2x models. In terms of price, the Jena seemed to represent average value. But if it’s in your price-bracket, it’s likely that one of the eight available builds will meet your gravel needs.
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