YT launches extra inexpensive Szepter gravel bike

YT has expanded its Szepter gravel bike vary with the addition of a brand new Core 2 mannequin, becoming a member of the Core 3 and 4 within the Szepter lineup. The new mannequin slips into the vary at €2,499 / $3,499; Eight hundred euros lower than the center Core 3 mannequin, however nonetheless seems to supply a stable spec listing. 

The Szepter is the mountain bike model YT’s gravel bike. We examined the Szepter Core 4 mannequin when it launched and obtained on so nicely with the extra inexpensive Core 3 mannequin that we gave it the ‘most enjoyable’ award within the Cyclingnews Awards gravel bike group check final yr. 

The Core 2 shares the identical carbon fibre body because the Core 3 and 4 fashions, full with small built-in rear fender and a number of body mount factors. Like its stablemates, the Core 2 additionally encompasses a 69.3-degree head angle and 74.3-degree seat tube angle. The model says these numbers assist present stability on high-speed descents while creating an environment friendly place for climbing. The body additionally options an ASTM 3 classification which suggests it is able to deal with a variety of tough off-road using.

The Szepter is constructed round a suspension fork and the Core 2 encompasses a Suntour GVX 32 mannequin with 40mm of journey, rebound adjustment and lockout. The Core 3 and 4 fashions characteristic RockShox Rudy and Rudy Ultimate forks respectively.

A Shimano GRX RX610 mechanical groupset is fitted, paired with a 10-51 Shimano SLX mountain bike cassette. Wheels are from DT Swiss within the type of the G1800 wheelset and wrapped in WTB Resolute 42mm tyres and a max clearance for as much as 45mm rubber. Easton rounds out the spec with an EA50 bar and 70mm stem. Finally, topping issues off is an SDG Bel-Air 3.0 saddle.