{"title":"Sonder Rubicon","description":"\u003cp\u003eJoin the dots. Take the harder line. Go beyond the point of no return. \u003cstrong\u003eCommit to the ride.\u003c\/strong\u003e A titanium adventure gravel bike with 60mm front suspension for true go-anywhere confidence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFearless when the trail gets rough. Carry speed over mixed terrain with the confidence to keep riding when the track turns techy and you’re pushing the edge of what can still be considered gravel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eYou don’t need to know what’s coming next. That’s the point.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for rough gravel and beyond. Rubicon covers ground with the efficiency of a drop-bar bike, with the grip, control and confidence to push your limits. A dream gravel bike for mountain bikers who can’t resist the singletrack detour. Or adventurous souls who prefer to plan multi-day gravel rides into the blank sections of the map.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDoes this route even go?\u003c\/em\u003e There’s only one way to find out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt around a 60mm suspension fork and gravel+ tyres up to 55mm, Rubicon pushes the comfort and capability of a gravel bike to the next level. A longer wheelbase, slacker head angle and slightly lower bottom bracket give it a planted feel, helping you hold your line and carry speed when descents get loose and technical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLink it all together without breaking the flow.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat extra capability doesn't come at the expense of covering ground at speed. Rubicon is made for multi-surface rides where road, bridleway, fire track and singletrack all end up on the same route. Think multi-day epics across Wales, pushing further into the Highlands on old drovers' roads or linking together the best bits of the Peak straight from your back door.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe titanium frame means lightweight strength and durability for long days and bigger adventures. With plenty of mounting points that give you options when it's time to load up, and clearance for up to 55mm tyres.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 24px; line-height: 1.4; font-weight: 600; margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003e\"Rubicon invites you to challenge yourself. It gets to the fun faster than a mountain bike and gives you uninterrupted play on more technical gravel. Pick the line, get off the brakes and commit. It takes out the hesitation and lets you get away with it.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 0;\"\u003eNeil, Sonder bike designer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"embed-responsive videoWrapper embed-responsive-16by9\"\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/C2NHSWQd9a8\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGet to the fun faster\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNeil first started experimenting with front suspension on his Camino after spotting rougher trail options branching off his usual gravel rides. But the extra comfort and capability didn’t just help on the steep, it proved its worth again when rough terrain carried on for mile after mile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRubicon grew from there. Tuned to dial up the fun on more challenging trails without losing the pace that makes a drop-bar bike so good at covering distance over smooth gravel and bridleways.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNeil put it to the test riding 340km across Wales from Cardiff to Llandudno in three days, climbing more than 5,000m along the way. After motoring through long stretches of country lanes, Rubicon came alive on a blown-out bridleway descending into Machynlleth. Steep, loose shale meant others had to tiptoe their way down. Neil got off the brakes and let the bike deal with it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat's Rubicon in a nutshell. Get the connecting miles done. Have more fun when the interesting bits arrive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","products":[{"product_id":"rubicon-apex-axs-xplr","title":"Rubicon Apex AXS XPLR","description":"\u003cp\u003eDesigned for rough gravel and beyond. Rubicon covers ground with the efficiency of a drop-bar bike, with the grip, control and confidence to push your limits. A dream gravel bike for mountain bikers who can’t resist the singletrack detour. Or adventurous souls who prefer to plan multi-day gravel rides into the blank sections of the map.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAt a glance\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSram Apex AXS XPLR 1x 12-speed groupset\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRockshox Rudy XL Ultimate fork\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSonder Alpha i25 700c wheelset\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-welded titanium frame\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDoes this route even go?\u003c\/em\u003e There’s only one way to find out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt around a 60mm suspension fork and gravel+ tyres up to 55mm, Rubicon pushes the comfort and capability of a gravel bike to the next level. A longer wheelbase, slacker head angle and slightly lower bottom bracket give it a planted feel, helping you hold your line and carry speed when descents get loose and technical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSRAM Apex AXS\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApex has always stood for innovation, value and reliability, and SRAM Apex AXS is the latest leap forward and the sheer simplicity of this wide-range 1x group lets you focus on what’s around you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmooth and powerful hydraulic braking mated to 12-speed wireless, intuitive shifting is an unbeatable combo at any level. An optimized hood shape fits all hand sizes for comfortable and controlled braking from the hoods and the drops. Shifting is as easy as ever: one paddle to go to an easier gear, and one to go harder. Nothing extra, nothing distracting.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pre Order","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47812475060329,"sku":"CBSORUBAPXAXS","price":3499.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0253\/1626\/1993\/files\/rubicon-2026-GRX.jpg?v=1791897561"},{"product_id":"rubicon-force-axs-xplr","title":"Rubicon Force AXS XPLR","description":"\u003cp\u003eDesigned for rough gravel and beyond. Rubicon covers ground with the efficiency of a drop-bar bike, with the grip, control and confidence to push your limits. A dream gravel bike for mountain bikers who can’t resist the singletrack detour. Or adventurous souls who prefer to plan multi-day gravel rides into the blank sections of the map.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAt a glance\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSram Force AXS XPLR 1x 13-speed groupset\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRockshox Rudy XL Ultimate fork\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSonder Alpha i25 700c wheelset\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-welded titanium frame\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDoes this route even go?\u003c\/em\u003e There’s only one way to find out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt around a 60mm suspension fork and gravel+ tyres up to 55mm, Rubicon pushes the comfort and capability of a gravel bike to the next level. A longer wheelbase, slacker head angle and slightly lower bottom bracket give it a planted feel, helping you hold your line and carry speed when descents get loose and technical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSRAM® Force AXS XPLR\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeet the drivetrain that matches your dedication to gravel. Force XPLR AXS seamlessly blends resilience and precision in a light and fast gravel-specific package. From simpler setup with a robust Full Mount derailleur to better braking with redesigned controls,\u003cbr\u003ethis fully wireless 13-speed generation of Force works hard so you don’t have to.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGroupset Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Effortless braking\u003cbr\u003e• Full Mount Resilience\u003cbr\u003e• Full Mount Precision\u003cbr\u003e• Fully wireless\u003cbr\u003e• Lighter than ever\u003cbr\u003e• Bonus Buttons\u003cbr\u003e• eTap shift logic\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pre Order","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47812475093097,"sku":"CBSORUBFORAXS","price":3999.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0253\/1626\/1993\/files\/rubicon-2026-GRX.jpg?v=1791897561"},{"product_id":"rubicon-grx1","title":"Rubicon GRX1","description":"\u003cp\u003eDesigned for rough gravel and beyond. Rubicon covers ground with the efficiency of a drop-bar bike, with the grip, control and confidence to push your limits. A dream gravel bike for mountain bikers who can’t resist the singletrack detour. Or adventurous souls who prefer to plan multi-day gravel rides into the blank sections of the map.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAt a glance\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShimano GRX 1 1x 12-speed groupset\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRockshox Rudy XL Ultimate fork\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSonder Alpha i25 700c wheelset\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-welded titanium frame\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDoes this route even go?\u003c\/em\u003e There’s only one way to find out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt around a 60mm suspension fork and gravel+ tyres up to 55mm, Rubicon pushes the comfort and capability of a gravel bike to the next level. A longer wheelbase, slacker head angle and slightly lower bottom bracket give it a planted feel, helping you hold your line and carry speed when descents get loose and technical.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pre Order","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47812475125865,"sku":"CBSORUBGRX1","price":3249.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0253\/1626\/1993\/files\/rubicon-2026-GRX.jpg?v=1791897561"},{"product_id":"rubicon-rival-axs-xplr","title":"Rubicon Rival AXS XPLR","description":"\u003cp\u003eDesigned for rough gravel and beyond. Rubicon covers ground with the efficiency of a drop-bar bike, with the grip, control and confidence to push your limits. A dream gravel bike for mountain bikers who can’t resist the singletrack detour. Or adventurous souls who prefer to plan multi-day gravel rides into the blank sections of the map.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAt a glance\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSram Rival AXS XPLR 1x 13-speed groupset\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRockshox Rudy XL Ultimate fork\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSonder Alpha i25 700c wheelset\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-welded titanium frame\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDoes this route even go?\u003c\/em\u003e There’s only one way to find out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt around a 60mm suspension fork and gravel+ tyres up to 55mm, Rubicon pushes the comfort and capability of a gravel bike to the next level. A longer wheelbase, slacker head angle and slightly lower bottom bracket give it a planted feel, helping you hold your line and carry speed when descents get loose and technical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSRAM® Rival AXS XPLR\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen the gravel gets tough, Rival XPLR AXS gets tougher. This workhorse groupset features the unmatched resilience and precision of a Full Mount rear derailleur with gravel-specific 13-speed gearing. This generation of Rival also gained better, more powerful brakes while shedding significant grams. It’s effortless performance for everyone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGroupset Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Effortless braking\u003cbr\u003e• Fully wireless\u003cbr\u003e• Full Mount Resilience\u003cbr\u003e• Full Mount Precision\u003cbr\u003e• Lighter than ever\u003cbr\u003e• eTap shift logic\u003cbr\u003e• Improved front shifting\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pre Order","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47812475191401,"sku":"CBSORUBRIVAXS","price":3699.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0253\/1626\/1993\/files\/rubicon-2026-GRX.jpg?v=1791897561"},{"product_id":"rubicon-frameset","title":"Rubicon Frame","description":"\u003cp\u003eDesigned for rough gravel and beyond. Rubicon covers ground with the efficiency of a drop-bar bike, with the grip, control and confidence to push your limits. A dream gravel bike for mountain bikers who can’t resist the singletrack detour. Or adventurous souls who prefer to plan multi-day gravel rides into the blank sections of the map.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDoes this route even go?\u003c\/em\u003e There’s only one way to find out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt around a 60mm suspension fork and gravel+ tyres up to 55mm, Rubicon pushes the comfort and capability of a gravel bike to the next level. A longer wheelbase, slacker head angle and slightly lower bottom bracket give it a planted feel, helping you hold your line and carry speed when descents get loose and technical.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pre Order","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67617118945385,"sku":"FSRUBFO","price":1799.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0253\/1626\/1993\/files\/rubicon-2026-frame.jpg?v=1791897576"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0253\/1626\/1993\/collections\/JWP-Rubicon-2026-North-Wales-2045-place-holder.jpg?v=1791908394","url":"https:\/\/alpkit.surf\/collections\/sonder-rubicon.oembed","provider":"Alpkit","version":"1.0","type":"link"}