Bergamont Grandurance Expert

The 2021 ‘Grandurance Expert’ model from Bergamont is a versatile and high-performance bike that stands out for its high-quality components and advanced technology. Priced at 2,399 EUR, it offers excellent value for money.

The Grandurance Expert’s frame is made from ultra-light HSC carbon and is designed for 28-inch wheels. The maximum load capacity is 110 kg, whilst the bike itself weighs just 9 kg, making it a lightweight yet robust companion.

The braking system consists of Shimano GRX BR-RX400 hydraulic disc brakes with SM-RT64 rotors, each with a diameter of 160 mm at both the front and rear. The brake levers are also Shimano GRX, model ST-RX400. Gear shifting is handled by the Shimano GRX RD-RX400 Shadow Plus system, combined with 2x10-speed road bike shifters (model ST-RX400) and a front derailleur (model FD-RX400). A total of 20 gears are available, enabling precise and versatile gear selection.

The fork is a Grandurance Carbon with a carbon steerer tube, a 12x100 mm axle and a mudguard mount. It offers 100 mm of travel, providing additional comfort and control. The bottom bracket is a Shimano BB-RS500 (press-fit), and the crankset is a Shimano GRX FC-RX600 with a 46/30t gear ratio. The cassette is a Shimano CS-HG50 with an 11–36t range, and the drivetrain uses a KMC X10 chain.

The handlebars are Syncros Creston 2.0 with a 10-degree flare, and the grips are BGM Race Grip-Tape with anti-slip properties. The stem is a Syncros RR2.5 with an angle of +/- 6 degrees. The headset model is the BGM PT1860-476, an integrated A-headset with a tapered design.

The rims are Shining DB-T260 Disc models, fitted with Schwalbe G-One Allround folding tyres (35-622) with Raceguard protection. The hubs are BGM Allroad Centre Lock Disc models with 12x100 mm axles at the front and 12x142 mm at the rear, complemented by black stainless steel spokes.

The saddle is a Syncros Tofino 2.5, mounted on a Syncros 2.5 seatpost. The bike’s geometry comprises a reach of 365 mm, a stack of 539 mm, a seat tube length of 475 mm and a top tube length of 515 mm. The head tube angle is 71 degrees, and the seat tube angle is 74 degrees. The head tube length is 115 mm, the chainstay length is 425 mm and the bottom bracket drop is 72 mm. The fork offset is 50 mm, the top tube height is 746 mm and the fork installation height is 396 mm. The wheelbase measures 998 mm in total.

In summary, the 2021 Bergamont Grandurance Expert offers an outstanding combination of lightweight construction, performance and versatility, ideal for discerning riders who ride both on the road and off-road.