The Ibis Hakka MX Apex XPLR 1x Gravel Bike is our weapon of choice for gravel adventures, whether it's a rip down the local rail trail or a weeklong bikepacking trip. Its lightweight carbon construction provides an ideal power-to-weight ratio with optimal stiffness, while the ENVE cross disc fork absorbs and dampens vibrations to keep us riding with minimal fatigue. Also built with a relaxed gravel-specific geometry, this bike places us in a more upright position to keep us comfortable for longer rides while continuing to offer enhanced stability for sharp, precise steering. This Hakka MX is spec'd with the SRAM Apex drivetrain, providing us with smooth, reliable shifting that is ready to conquer any terrain in our path with the wide range of gearing of the 42t chainring and the 12-speed 10-52t cassette. With the high-performance technology of the SRAM Apex drivetrain on our side, we will surely be in the proper gear for each big moment. We start out rolling on 700 x 40c Maxxis Rambler tires for high rolling efficiency on hardpack and asphalt, but we can upgrade to a 27. 5/650b tire later if we wish.