Carbon saves 100g on a 9kg gravel bike — about 1.1%. Vibration absorption is the real benefit, not weight.
Carbon: lighter, better vibration damping, premium look. Risk: invisible internal cracks after impact. Aluminium: cheaper (60-150€ vs 200-400€), more forgiving in crashes, longer service life.
Carbon if you do long sportive gravel rides, monitor torque values, and inspect monthly. Aluminium if you do adventure gravel with occasional crashes or transport often.
Ask the AI mechanic — share your gravel type and riding style, the AI recommends the right shape and material.
Print-ready table + mistakes to avoid on carbon parts.
ReadThree widths, three very different uses. Decision table by terrain, speed, comfort, rolling.
Read
Two standards that have dominated road cycling for 20 years. An honest comparison between Look Keo and Shimano SPD-SL: price, durability, real-world feedback.
ReadThe topics our mechanics consult most
On utilise des cookies essentiels au fonctionnement. Avec ton accord, on ajoute la mesure d'audience et l'attribution de nos liens/sondages partenaires (ça finance le service). En savoir plus
