{"product_id":"ex-demo-original-gravel-bike-m3","title":"Ex-Demo: Original Gravel Bike M3 - MED ONLY","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is \"ex-demo\"? \u003c\/strong\u003eGet the bike you always wanted for the lowest possible price. These ex-demo bikes come with minor cosmetic blemishes that would probably happen after your first ride to two, so why not save on your dream ride? These bikes have all been inspected, repaired and rebuilt by our mechanics before being re-boxed. All of our standard policies that you would typically get with a new bike (such as full warranty) also apply. Value and assurance - a match made in heaven!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat do I need to know about this bike?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eThis bike has been checked by our mechanics and found to have minor cosmetic imperfections, including scuffs and scratches on the down tube, drive side chain stay and fork leg. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAt home in the city, but built to handle off-road adventures - the \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003eOriginal Gravel\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e bike is an all-rounder that packs speed, comfort and durability into one affordable bike.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe boom in Cyclocross and Gravel racing has led innovation into a new class of machine - fast, tough and comfortable on rough roads. All characteristics for the perfect \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ecommuter bike \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eand \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eoff-road\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e adventurer. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe Original Gravel bike is built around a tough steel frame with carefully chosen parts to give you an affordable entry into this exciting new way to ride. Steel is a strong, flexible material that gives top performance for the money. It soaks up the bumps and gives improved flex for responsiveness and comfort on those long days in the saddle. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eTrue to the versatile nature of this gravel grinder bike, the steel frame features all the mounts you’ll need for front and rear pannier racks and other attachments to suit the daily grind or touring adventures.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eShimano Tourney 2x7 gearing is a proven workhorse for light and reliable every-day operation. This configuration keeps it simple but gives you all the range you’ll need. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eMade to get dirty, this bike features Alloy Cantilever Brakes for trusted stopping power and control in the mud. With 32C Kenda tyres on double-wall alloy rims, quick release hubs and a comfortable All-Road saddle - this bike is ready to roll.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eDurable and flexible Hi-Ten steel All-Road frame with front and rear pannier rack mounts so you can set the bike up any way you like.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eShimano Tourney A070 front and rear derailleurs (2x7) with Shimano 7-speed freewheel (14-28t) for simple, wide-ranging operation.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eAlloy cantilever brakes for reliable stopping and control in mud and wet.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKenda Trax K1053 700 x 32C Tyres\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFAQ - Gravel \u0026amp; Cyclocross\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWHAT IS A GRAVEL GRINDER?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThink of it as similar to a CX bike built for Endurance riding that is also perfect for all-conditions commuting over distance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTYRES\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGravel bikes \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003etypically run a 32-35mm wide tyre (as opposed to your standard Road bike at 23-25mm). Depending on the intended purpose of the bike, these tyres can often feature a small tread for traction in the dirt. These larger tyres help protect the rim against damage, reduces punctures, improves comfort in the saddle and they’ll also leave you less fatigued after riding along bumpy surfaces all day.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGEARING\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGravel creates more rolling resistance so these bikes get a little more emphasis at the lower end of the range. Durability of moving parts is also key for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGravel bikes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e given the rough conditions they are made to ride in - our gearing choices reflect this consideration.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFRAME\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBoth \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGravel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and CX bikes have strong frames and forks that are built tough for harsh treatment. The bikes feature clearance for the bigger tyres and any mud, and plenty of front\/rear rack mounts for bikepacking, touring and fully loaded commuting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlthough similar to Cyclocross bikes, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGravel-grinders\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e feature more relaxed geometry with a slacker head tube angle, a lower centre of gravity and longer tube lengths for a more comfortable ride over longer distances. Cyclocross bikes are designed to accelerate fast and corner quickly at lower speeds, but this can feel a bit ‘twitchy’ on endurance rides along wide-open gravel roads or long regular commutes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBRAKES\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMost quality g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eravel bikes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e feature disc brakes as they perform better in all conditions. If you’ve ever ridden to work in the wet, you’ll understand how this reliable power and control translates to a safer commute.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Reid","offers":[{"title":"Blue \/ M","offer_id":63009719288179,"sku":"EX_1201092053_M3","price":399.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0226\/4114\/7984\/files\/Bikeproducttemplate_adult_2048x1365_39.png?v=1784527523","url":"https:\/\/www.reidcycles.com.au\/products\/ex-demo-original-gravel-bike-m3","provider":"Reid Cycles","version":"1.0","type":"link"}