Founded in 2018 and continually fulfilling its mission to “get more people on eBikes”, Ride1Up is not a stranger to combining performance and value, as it was an ethos that the company was built around. Well, today they continue that tradition by releasing their first performance gravel eBike for under $2500. Introducing the Ride 1Up CF Racer1.
Blending performance and value, this new offering is a SRAM-equipped gravel eBike with a full carbon fiber frame and fork, items you might find on a bike 4 times the cost of the Racer1.
The CF Racer1 is engineered for cyclists who want both speed and versatility. Therefore, it sports a concealed powertrain. This gravel rig will be coming in two build options. With an impressive component spec, this eBike sets a new standard for performance-inspired electric gravel bikes.
Some of the highlights of the CF Racer1:
- Ultra-Light Carbon Fiber Frame: It features a carbon fiber frame, “ensuring exceptional strength and durability while maintaining an incredibly lightweight design”.
- Sleek Concealed Motor and Battery: With a completely concealed powertrain, it delivers a streamlined and aesthetically pleasing look. It’s equipped to handle uphill challenges with a powerful 250W nominal BAFANG motor that provides the necessary boost.
- Versatile Riding Experience: Available as a traditional road setup or modern gravel spec, it allows riders to choose their style. Whether navigating gravel paths or cruising on the open road, this electric bike delivers, wherever you choose to adventure.
- Components: The CF Racer1 is available in two versions – gravel and road – both models are equipped with SRAM Rival 1x11s components for performance and proven reliability for any adventure. A wide-range cassette and powerful hydraulic brakes let you power up any climb and confidently descend.
Specs, Weight, and Retail
Retail: $2,295
Colors: Rainbow Black, Gloss & Clouded Gray
Sizes: Small (50cm) and Large (56cm)
Weight: 27.4 lbs (small, road)
It seems the only difference in spec between the CF Racer1 “road” version and the “gravel” version is the tires.
- Motor: 250W nominal bafang
- Grips: Grip Taped
- Chain: SRAM
- Seatpost: 300MM carbon
- Stem/handlebar: One-piece handlebar and Stem
- Controller: 36V 15A
- Battery: 36V 7AH Samsung 20 cells
- Display: VeloFox DM02 Display
- Brakes: Rival 1 160mm Hydraulic Disc brakes
- Brake Levers: SRAM Rival 1 Ergofit
- Fork: Carbon Rigid
- Tires: Continental Terra Trail Shieldwall 700Cx40 (Gravel), Schwalbe E-One 700Cx32 (Road)
- Tube: 700Cx35 Black Butyl Tube (Gravel), 700Cx32 Black Butyl Tube (Road)
- Shifters: Rival 1 11-Speed Doubletap shifters
- Gearing: Prowheel 42T Alloy Chainring
- Cassette: 11-42T
- Derailleur: 11-speed SRAM Rival 1
- Rims: Double-Walled Aluminium
- Saddle: Selle Royale Asphalt GF
- Spokes: Sapim 14G
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