For most people, riding bikes is all about speed, and the 3T Ultra Apex XPLR AXS Gravel Bike allows us to go as fast as we can, whether we're on a smooth road or muddy gravel course. By constructing this gravel grinder out of unidirectional carbon with a high-strength performance blend layup and a road-inspired geometry, we ride as fast and as comfortably as we would if we were on the tarmac but with an aerodynamic design that allows us to keep our big tires. 3T took a hint from the tube in London and minds the gap with a front tire and downtube design that allows for optimal airflow transition and minimal turbulence, catching and redirecting it to keep us slashing through the wind. To keep us riding fast with minimal effort, 3T added the gravel-specific Apex XPLR AXS 1 x 12-speed drivetrain from SRAM to this high-performance gravel grinder. Combining an 11-44t cassette and 40t chainring, we see a significant gear range that ensures the proper ratio for everything from big climbs to steep descents, controlled by the intuitive shifting of the XPLR rear derailleur and wireless operation. This bike comes fully spec'd with 700 x 40c Pirelli Cinturato Gravel M tires on the Fulcrum Rapid Red 900 wheelset, keeping our rolling efficiency right no matter the terrain we encounter.