3T Exploro TEAM Ekar 1×13 Desert Sage 2020
2020 Road
Estimate price |
4,499$
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Ekar -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 1 × 13 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Exploro TEAM
Suspension Fork
3T Fango TEAM
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Campagnolo EKAR 1x13
Front Derailleur
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Shift Levers
Campagnolo EKAR 1x13
Cassette
Campagnolo EKAR 13-speed, 9-42T
Crank
Campagnolo EKAR carbon, 38T chainring (to match 9T smallest cog) (XS: 165mm - S: 170mm - M: 172,5mm - L: 175mm - XL: 175mm)
Wheels
Rims
Fulcrum Rapid Red 900, 700c, 22mm internal width, tubless ready
Tires
Pirelli Cinturato Gravel H, 700c, 35mm labeled width, WAM22: 36.5mm, RAM22: 351mm
Brakes
Brakes
Campagnolo EKAR hydraulic disc w/ 160mm Campagnolo rotor
Cockpit
Stem
3T Apto Stealth (S: 80mm - M: 90mm - L: 100mm - XL: 110mm)
Handlebar
3T Superergo LTD carbon (S: 38cm - M: 40cm - L: 42cm - XL: 44cm)
Headset
Sealed cartridge 1.125" - 1.5"
Seat
Saddle
Fizik Argo Tempo R5
Seatpost
New 3T Charlie Sqaero Team w/ Ritchey WCS Clamp
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.42 mm | 1.45 mm | 1.48 mm | 1.51 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 279 mm | 279 mm | 279 mm | 279 mm |
| Front Center | 591 mm | 598 mm | 606 mm | 627 mm |
| Rake | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm |
| Trail | 77 mm | 67 mm | 58 mm | 58 mm |
| Stack | 512 mm | 541 mm | 570 mm | 599 mm |
| Reach | 361 mm | 373 mm | 385 mm | 397 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 524 mm | 545 mm | 566 mm | 587 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 72.5 ° | 72.5 ° | 72.5 ° | 72.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 463 mm | 490 mm | 518 mm | 545 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 69.5 ° | 71.1 ° | 72.5 ° | 72.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 101 mm | 125 mm | 150 mm | 180 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 410 mm | 410 mm | 410 mm | 410 mm |
| Wheelbase | 991 mm | 998 mm | 1006 mm | 1027 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 70 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
| Rider Min Height | 157 cm | 168 cm | 178 cm | 188 cm |
Model Overview
Exploro TEAM Ekar 1×13 Desert Sage completes the 3t Exploro model. 3T released 67 bikes variations of this model so far. Check out the entire range from 2020 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
3T Exploro PRO Shimano 105 2020 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 2699$. On the other hand, 3T Exploro LTD Red AXS eTap 2020, is the most expensive and costs 8800$.
Safety
Make sure you wear a helmet on every ride, and that your bike performs well. In short, this means checking the tires, brakes, and chain to make sure everything is in good working order.
Average price for Gravel bikes
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Gravel bike that is reliable is 2462$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Gravel bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 4499$. Comparing the average cost of a Gravel bike to this one, you will see that Exploro TEAM Ekar 1×13 Desert Sage price is 82.74% more expensive.
Exploro TEAM Ekar 1×13 Desert Sage components
Fork material
When it comes to the fork, this bike has a carbon one, so, it is super light and stiff. In conclusion, a carbon fork gives you great control when steering, and is also more forgiving.
Wheels
When leaving the production line, the Exploro TEAM Ekar 1×13 Desert Sage model has 700c aluminum wheels. There is no doubt, that 700c wheels are very popular on all road bike models. However, these wheels don’t perform so well when passing over obstacles.
Brakes
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This bike has Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.