Bikes are getting costly, proper? Whereas that’s true, there are nonetheless many manufacturers targeted on creating high quality machines which can be nonetheless attainable. Manufacturers like State Bicycle Co.
Want proof? Try the brand new 2025 Carbon All-Highway. There have been some important upgrades in versatility, efficiency, and design, all whereas protecting the worth impressively low. The brand new 2025 Carbon All-Highway seems able to set a brand new precedent within the gravel/journey area whereas protecting State Bicycle’s high-value ethos.
State says that the brand new Carbon All-Highway has improved in each side when in comparison with the OG, and that it’s sooner, extra succesful, and extra enjoyable to trip. The brand new one consists of UDH compatibility, T47 backside bracket, and clearance for 700 x 2.2″ tires. It sports activities built-in body storage and utterly redesigned geometry.
It’s chock-full of part upgrades, with wider gearing, wider rims, and a lot better brakes. It seems to have the identical spec upgrades because the 4130 All-Highway that I reviewed a short time in the past. Additionally, All State full, geared bikes include the power to improve to SRAM and ENVE construct kits, once more at spectacular costs. The brand new Carbon All-Highway is available in two colours, Dusty Merlot, and White.
Let’s get into the weeds…
New Body Options
There are lots of nice options which have been added to the All Highway, however probably the most fascinating would be the Downtube Storage Field. Not solely is there built-in storage now, however the design integrates a Fidlock magnetic closure system. We haven’t tried it out ourselves, however the concept of a straightforward to open/shut door with a magnetic latch sounds fairly interesting. The one query mark is with the latch positioned above the water bottle cage mount, would you have the ability to entry it simply with a bottle within the cage?
- Common Derailleur Hanger (UDH) Compatibility: Prepared for the newest drivetrain requirements, guaranteeing simple upkeep and upgradeability.
- “Better of Each Worlds” Internally Routed Cables: A cleaner aesthetic with higher safety from the weather, but nonetheless permitting for simple accessibility with an externally routed cockpit.
- Downtube Storage Field: This function makes use of a Fidlock magnetic closure system. The bike consists of neoprene storage instances for an inside tube and different trip necessities.
- Tire Clearance: 700c x 2.2” or 650b x 2.4”
- Entrance Derailleur Delete with Aero Plate: A modern molded cowl gives a clear, aerodynamic look when utilizing a 1x drivetrain, eliminating muddle and lowering weight.
- Extra Mounting Factors: Extra mounts on the underside of the downtube, prime tube, and fork present much more storage and journey potential.
- Race Geometry: A shorter head tube and aggressive geometry make this bike lightning-fast whereas secure sufficient for endurance adventures.
- T47 Backside Bracket: This outsized threaded backside bracket gives elevated stiffness for improved energy switch and pedaling effectivity. The threaded design makes upkeep simpler and eliminates creaking points frequent in press-fit backside brackets.
Carbon All-Highway Geometry
Drivetrain, Cockpit, and Brakes
- Crankset: 40T direct mount chainring
- Cassette: 11-46T
- Cable-actuated hydraulic Brakes at the moment are normal and include compressionless housing for improved braking energy and modulation.
Wheels and Efficiency Upgrades
- 12-Velocity All-Highway Drivetrain
- Wider Rim Profiles:
- 700c rims: Elevated from 19mm to 23mm vast
- 650b rims: Now 25mm vast
- Spokes & Hubs:
- The spoke depend elevated from 28 to 32 for added sturdiness
- Hubs have been upgraded from 2 to 4 sealed bearings
- Flared Gravel Bar Replace The earlier 15-degree flare is now a whopping 33-degree flare
Retail, Extra Choices, & Upgrades
With full bike beginning costs at simply $2,299, the Carbon All-Highway is lots of bike for the cash. And there are many upgrades to make it much more well-equipped.
Retail:
Body and fork: $1,299.99 (Dusty Merlot) / $1,399.99 (White)
Full Bike: $2,299.99 (Dusty Merlot) / $2,399.99 (White)
Wheel Bundles
- By way of State, you should purchase a second wheelset bundle, permitting you to swap 650b and 700c setups. The worth has been dropped from $389.99 to simply $299.99, State says that’s a $500 worth, together with wheels, tires, tubes, rotors, and cassette.
- DT Swiss Alloy Wheel Improve: Obtainable for $450 in 650b and 700c.
- Enve AG Collection Wheel Improve: Obtainable for $999 in each 650b and 700c (retail value: $1400)
Drivetrain Improves
- Mullet Improve: For under $59.99, riders can improve from the 11-46T cassette to an 11-50T
- Wi-fi Digital Shifting & Hydro Brake Upgrades:
- SRAM APEX XPLR AXS: $899.99 Improve (11-44T Gearing)
- SRAM APEX AXS MULLET: $999.99 Improve (11-50T Gearing)
