ns bikes rag+ 2 gravel bike 2020 RAG+ 2 Road & Gravel Plus 700C

ns bikes rag+ 2 gravel bike 2020 RAG+ 2 Road & Gravel Plus 700CGravel biking has experienced a real boom lately and it's no wonder. These bikes are true all rounders, suitable for both beginners and experienced cyclists. We have been involved from the start and developed a gravel bike that has its roots in the off road sector. The RAG+ quickly became a favorite among our employees and friends, even among those who had never considered a drop bar bike before. The possibilities are almost limitless from daily

Gravel biking has experienced a real boom lately – and it's no wonder. These bikes are true all-rounders, suitable for both beginners and experienced cyclists. We have been involved from the start and developed a gravel bike that has its roots in the off-road sector. The RAG+ quickly became a favorite among our employees and friends, even among those who had never considered a drop-bar bike before.

The possibilities are almost limitless – from daily commuting to amateur cyclocross races to use as a fitness bike. Thanks to multiple mounting points, you can take everything you need with you, making the RAG+ ready for your next big adventure. The name RAG stands for “Road & Gravel,” and the “Plus” means you can ride it with different tire sizes: from standard 700C road bike tires to 700C gravel tires (up to 45C) to 27.5" wheels with up to 2.2" tires.

It features the latest technology, including a proper 1x drivetrain with a wide-range cassette, disc brakes, and thru-axles. The sleek aluminum frame is complemented by a full carbon fork. The 2022 model received a revised geometry that makes the bike more stable and comfortable: The head tubes are higher, allowing the rider to adopt a more comfortable seating position. But we haven't gone too far – the bike's sporty handling remains intact. The reach is longer, and the head angle is slacker.

Frame and more

Frame: NS AL6061-T6, custom-formed and butted tubes, integrated tapered head tube, 142 x 12 mm dropouts
Sizes: S, M, L, XL
Fork: NS Gravel+ full carbon fork, 15 mm dropouts, 1.5" tapered steerer, NS thru-axle
Headset: GW integrated, tapered IS42/IS52, sealed bearings
Stem: RAG+ stem 31.8 mm, S: 80 mm, M: 90 mm, L: 100 mm, XL: 110 mm, angle –8°
Handlebar: NS Flare 31.8 mm, 420 mm (S, M), 440 mm (L, XL)
Grips: Selle Italia Smootape Gran Fondo
Seatpost: Kalloy 27.2 mm
Saddle: Selle Italia X3

Brakes

Front brake: Funn Hydro-Mechanical, 160 mm
Rear brake: Funn Hydro-Mechanical, 160 mm
Brake levers: SRAM Apex

Wheels and Components

Rims: Alex Draw 2.1P asymmetric, 29", 32-hole, tubeless-ready
Spokes: Spokes with 14 mm nipples
Front hub: NS Bikes 100 x 15 mm, (ball bearings)
Rear hub: NS Bikes 142 x 12 mm, (ball bearings)
Tires front/rear: Tufo Gravel Thundero 622-40

Drivetrain

Crankset: FSA Omega, S: 170 mm, M: 172.5 mm, L: 175 mm, 42 teeth
Bottom bracket: FSA PF 86.5
Pedals: -
Chain: SRAM, 11-speed
Rear derailleur: SRAM Apex Type 2.1, long cage, 11-speed
Shifters: SRAM Apex, 11-speed
Cassette: Microshift CS-G113, 11-42 teeth

* Specification may vary in details due to manufacturer exceptions.