Whyte Bikes is finest identified for its mountain bikes, however the UK model simply introduced two new gravel fashions, the Verro and Tourus, comprising its small vary of drop-bar bikes. Whereas the 2 fashions share the identical body, their builds assist differentiate them and their meant makes use of. Between the tough gravel and adventure-ready Verro and the touring/commuting/gentle gravel-oriented Tourus, Whyte’s new bikes ought to cowl the wants of most leisure gravel riders. Whereas they may not be the flashiest bikes or builds round, the Verro and Tourus are properly outfitted at their respective value factors. These budget-friendly bikes look like nice values and stable choices for these seeking to get into gravel using or add a motorbike to their quiver with out breaking the financial institution.
Whyte Verro and Tourus Body Particulars
Each the Verro and Tourus share the identical 6061 T6 aluminum body and straight-bladed 6061 alloy fork. The body has inside cable routing by the headset, with weather-sealed cable ports to maintain water out. The frames are dropper publish suitable and have clearance for tires as much as 700 x 50 mm. Mounts on the fork and quite a few mount factors on the body ought to make it straightforward to load it up with baggage and equipment of your selecting. Muguard mounts must also make it straightforward so as to add some climate safety if wanted.
Geometry
The Verro and Tourus are designed with Whyte’s “Whole Geometry” method, which incorporates “a singular mix of our mountain bike and gravel improvements to ship you the perfect, most confidence-inspiring and succesful journey doable.” The mountain bike affect is visually obvious with comparatively excessive stack and lengthy attain measurements paired with brief stems and large handlebars.
In any other case, the geometry chart reveals pretty impartial numbers, like a 70-degree head tube angle and a 74.5-degree seat tube angle, together with longer 445 mm chainstays for stability at pace or when loaded with gear. General, it seems to be extra comfort- and adventure-oriented, versus racy or aggressive. The 5 body sizes, XS-XL, are claimed to suit riders between 5’0” and 6’5” (152 to 197 cm).
Whyte Verro: £1,799
The Verro mannequin is meant for “journey and tough gravel.” As such, it comes with a construct meant to reinforce its off-road functionality and encourage rider confidence. With wider rims, 50 mm large tires, a dropper publish, and a 1×12 SRAM Apex drivetrain, the Verro seems able to deal with some adventurous roads and trails. It is available in a snazzy-looking gloss flame purple colour.
Verro Highlights
- Totally featured, multi-butted 6061 T6 hydroformed body.
- 1×12 SRAM Apex Eagle transmission (40T x 10-52T).
- SRAM Apex hydraulic disc brakes (180mm rotor entrance, 160mm rear).
- Vast, high-volume Maxxis 700x50mm tyres.
- WTB ST i30 tubeless-ready rims.
- Trans-X dropper seatpost with bar-mounted Rocker distant.
Whyte Tourus: £1,299
Whyte intends the Tourus to be a extremely versatile bike for “gentle gravel, all-road commuting, touring, and utility.” This inexpensive journey comes with barely narrower 45 mm tires and a wider vary 2×10-speed Shimano GRX drivetrain. The Tourus is obtainable in two body colours, darkish cobalt blue and black.
Tourus Highlights
- Totally featured, multi-butted 6061 T6 hydroformed body.
- Straight-bladed 6061 alloy fork with mounting factors.
- 2×10 Shimano GRX transmission (46-30T x 11-34T).
- Shimano GRX hydraulic disc brakes (180mm rotor entrance, 160mm rear).
- Excessive-volume Maxxis 700x45mm tyres on tubeless-ready rims.
Whyte Verro and Tourus: Availability
The brand new Whyte Verro and Tourus gravel bikes can be found now from Whyte’s retail companions and thru the model’s web site. To study extra concerning the new bikes, see the whole construct specs, or discover a vendor close to you, take a look at whytebikes.com
