Alternatively…

Light and simple

If the weight of the Grizl CF SL 8.0 is an issue, an extra couple of grand buys a Grizl CF SLX 8.0 1x (£4,899), which uses a lighter frame and Campagnolo’s 1x13 Ekar groupset.

Fast forward

If your gravel riding is more about efficiency than exploration there’s the racier Grail.

The £5,299 CF SLX 8.0 etap range-topper boasts such an enviable spec that future upgrades don’t need to be considered.