Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Steel -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset GRX 800, GRX 600 -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 2 × 11 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
50cm
160cm - 170cm
52cm
168cm - 178cm
54cm
176cm - 188cm
56cm
186cm - 195cm
58cm
193cm - 205cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
triple butted cromoly REYNOLDS
Suspension Fork
AUTHOR carbon 1.5" tapered
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SHIMANO GRX 810
Front Derailleur
SHIMANO GRX 810
Shift Levers
SHIMANO GRX 600 (22)
Cassette
SHIMANO HG700-11, 11-34 (11)
Crank
SHIMANO GRX 600, 46-30 teeth, 172.5 / 175 mm cranks
Chain
KMC X11 EL
Wheels
Front Hub
MAVIC Allroad UST Disc CL wheel set, 24 holes, 12 × 100 mm thru front axle, 12 × 142 mm rear axle
Rear Hub
MAVIC Allroad UST Disc CL wheel set, 24 holes, 12 × 100 mm thru front axle, 12 × 142 mm rear axle
Rims
MAVIC Allroad UST Disc CL wheel set, 24 holes
Spokes
MAVIC
Tires
PANARACER Gravel King SK aramid 700 × 38c
Brakes
Brakes
SHIMANO GRX 400, disc hydraulic (160 mm rotors)
Cockpit
Stem
RITCHEY Comp 4-Axis
Handlebar
RITCHEY Road ErgoMax, 420 / 440 / 460 mm
Seat
Saddle
AUTHOR Guru CR
Seatpost
RITCHEY Comp (27.2)
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 50cm | 52cm | 54cm | 56cm | 58cm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.45 mm | 1.49 mm | 1.521 mm | 1.537 mm | 1.582 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 279 mm | 279 mm | 280 mm | 281 mm | 281 mm |
| Front Center | 605 mm | 611 mm | 621 mm | 631 mm | 635 mm |
| Rake | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm |
| Trail | 71 mm | 67 mm | 67 mm | 65 mm | 61 mm |
| Stack | 548 mm | 569 mm | 587 mm | 607 mm | 628 mm |
| Reach | 378 mm | 382 mm | 386 mm | 395 mm | 397 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 530 mm | 545 mm | 560 mm | 580 mm | 595 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74.5 ° | 74 ° | 73.5 ° | 73 ° | 72.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 500 mm | 520 mm | 540 mm | 560 mm | 580 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70.5 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° | 71.5 ° | 72 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 120 mm | 140 mm | 160 mm | 180 mm | 200 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 425 mm | 425 mm | 425 mm | 425 mm | 425 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1020 mm | 1026 mm | 1037 mm | 1047 mm | 1051 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 70 mm | 70 mm | 69 mm | 68 mm | 68 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
| Rider Min Height | 160 cm | 168 cm | 176 cm | 186 cm | 193 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 170 cm | 178 cm | 188 cm | 195 cm | 205 cm |
About this model
Ronin SL completes the Author Ronin model. Author launched 14 bikes of this model so far. Check out the entire range from 2024 of this model, by clicking this link.
Safety
Your safety should be the top priority when you go for a ride. In short, make sure that you always use a helmet, high visibility clothing, and proper lights when riding at night-time.
Average price for Gravel bikes
If you want an acceptable Gravel bike you should know that the average price is 2462$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Gravel bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. 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.
Gravel bikes average weight
Gravel bikes have an average weight of 8.13 kg (17.92 lbs). A lighter bike will give you some extra advantage when climbing. A heavier bike will have more speed for descents.
much heavier than average, Ronin SL has a weight of 10.2 kg (22.49 lbs). To sum up, it’s 25.46% heavier than the average weight of Gravel bikes.
Ronin SL components
Fork material
When it comes to the fork, this bike has a carbon one, so, it won’t add up to much weight to your bike. However, the price you have to pay for a carbon fork is considerably higher.
Wheels size
As for the wheels, Author Ronin SL 2024, has a 700c aluminum model. These wheels are the most used kind for road bikes in general. However, while they give you great speed and control, these wheels are not so bump-friendly.
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, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Sizes
Author Ronin SL bike has 5 sizes, in the range of 160 cm – 205 cm (5.25 ft – 6.73 ft). In conclusion, finding one for you shouldn’t be a problem.