Budget guide · updated
Best Gravel Bikes under €/$2,000
A road bike that skipped leg day and went off-road. Fast on tarmac, happy on dirt, begs for adventures.
Gravel Bikes under €2,000
3 models · priciest firstGrizl 6
Take the scenic shortcut when the tarmac gives up.
- Aluminium
- SRAM Apex XPLR
- 10.5 kg
GRVL AF Microshift Sword 1x10
Take the scenic shortcut when the tarmac gives up.
- Aluminium
- Microshift Sword
- 10.8 kg
Gravel Discovery AF Microshift Acolyte 1x8
Take the scenic shortcut when the tarmac gives up.
- Aluminium
- Microshift Acolyte
- 11.5 kg
Gravel Bikes under $2,000
7 models · priciest first4130 All-Road SRAM Rival XPLR AXS
Take the longer route home, with tyres ready for the gravel detour.
- Steel
- SRAM Rival XPLR AXS
Grizl 6
Take the scenic shortcut when the tarmac gives up.
- Aluminium
- SRAM Apex XPLR
- 10.5 kg
Apollo Drop Bar Aluminium
Take the scenic shortcut when the tarmac gives up.
- Aluminium
- Shimano Alfine 11
- 10.9 kg
Tambora A4
Take the longer route home, with tyres ready for the gravel detour.
- Aluminium
- Shimano Grx
Gestalt base
Take the longer route home, with tyres ready for the gravel detour.
- Aluminium
- Shimano Claris
4130 All-Road 12-Speed
Take the longer route home, with tyres ready for the gravel detour.
- Steel
4130 All-Road Flat Bar Advent X
Take the longer route home, with tyres ready for the gravel detour.
- Steel
- microSHIFT Advent X
What to look for at this price
- Tyre clearance of at least 40 mm
- Low gearing — a 1x drivetrain with a big cassette or a sub-compact 2x
- Mounts for racks, mudguards and frame bags if you plan to travel
Frequently asked questions
What is the best gravel bike under €/$2,000?
In Europe: Canyon Grizl 6 (€1,799). In the US: State Bicycle Co. 4130 All-Road SRAM Rival XPLR AXS ($2,000).
Is €/$2,000 enough for a good gravel bike?
Yes — €/$2,000 gets you into mid-range gravel bikes, the sweet spot for value.