The Lower Saxony-based manufacturer has many fans, especially among mountain bikers. Its aluminium frames, welded in Germany, are considered indestructible. The Argon CX is designed around a Pinion bottom bracket gearbox, which also has a reputation for being particularly durable and low-maintenance. The combination with a racing handlebar makes the bike an extremely individual representative of the gravel/all-road category, which should not be affected by even the roughest muddy conditions. The frame set with carbon fork including Pinion drive is available from 3,349 euros.
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