Focus ATLAS 6.8 2021
2021 Road
Estimate price |
2,522$
Weight | 10.8 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset GRX 800, GRX 600 -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 2 × 11 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Aluminium, disc, BSA, 148x12 mm thru axle, flat mount 160/160 mm, internal cable routing
Suspension Fork
Carbon, disc, 110x12 mm thru axle, flat mount 160/160 mm, internal brake cable routing, multiple mounting points
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano GRX 810
Front Derailleur
Shimano GRX FD-RX810
Shift Levers
Shimano GRX 600
Cassette
Shimano 105, 11-34T
Crank
Shimano GRX 600
Bottom Bracket
BSA
Chain
Shimano CN-HG601
Wheels
Rims
Novatec 25 Elite, 25-622, disc, center lock, front: 110x12 mm, rear: 148x12 mm
Tires
WTB Riddler, 700 x 45C, folding
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano GRX 600
Brake Levers
Shimano GRX 600
Cockpit
Stem
Aluminium, 31,8 mm, 6°
Handlebar
FOCUS JD RA85, 31,8 mm, drop: 116 mm, reach: 74 mm, flare: 10°
Headset
Acros IS 52/286-IS52/40, FOCUS integrated C.I.S.
Seat
Saddle
WTB SL8
Seatpost
Aluminium, 27,2 mm, 350 mm, 0 mm set-back
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL | XS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.54 mm | 1.53 mm | 1.51 mm | 1.5 mm | 1.32 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 274 mm | 274 mm | 274 mm | 274 mm | 324 mm |
| Front Center | 601 mm | 616 mm | 637 mm | 658 mm | 815 mm |
| Rake | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm | 44 mm |
| Trail | 72 mm | 72 mm | 71 mm | 72 mm | 112 mm |
| Stack | 567 mm | 581 mm | 595 mm | 614 mm | 634 mm |
| Reach | 369 mm | 379 mm | 394 mm | 409 mm | 479 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 531 mm | 551 mm | 570 mm | 591 mm | mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 76 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 450 mm | 490 mm | 520 mm | 550 mm | 450 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70.5 ° | 70.5 ° | 70.5 ° | 70.5 ° | 65 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 114 mm | 129 mm | 144 mm | 164 mm | 130 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 424 mm | 424 mm | 424 mm | 424 mm | 447 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1014 mm | 1029 mm | 1050 mm | 1071 mm | 1261 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 75 mm | 75 mm | 75 mm | 75 mm | 25 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
Model Overview
ATLAS 6.8 is a Focus Atlas model. 13 bikes variations carry this model name so far. You can easily view all of the Focus Atlas bikes models from 2021, here.
Model range prices
Focus ATLAS 6.6 EQP 2021 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 1698$. On the other hand, Focus ATLAS 6.9 2021, is the most expensive and costs 2653$.
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 math, the average price for a trustworthy Gravel bike is 2462$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Gravel bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
When Focus released this model in 2021, its price was 2335$. Comparing the average cost of a Gravel bike to this one, you will see that ATLAS 6.8 price is 5.44% smaller.
Average weight for Gravel bikes
Gravel bikes have an average weight of 8.13 kg (17.92 lbs). Having an easier bike than average will give you a great advantage on climbs. However, a heavier bike will gain more speed on descends.
much heavier than average, ATLAS 6.8 has a weight of 10.8 kg (23.81 lbs). To sum up, it’s 32.84% heavier than the average weight of Gravel bikes.
Internal Cable Routing
Another thing to mention, is the internal cable routing of this bike. In conclusion, this helps you too, keep the bike cables in mint condition, and also it looks better. No more cables, surrounding the bike.
Overview of components
Fork material
The fork is made out of carbon, 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
When leaving the production line, the ATLAS 6.8 model has 700c aluminum wheels. There is no doubt, that 700c wheels are very popular on all road bike models. However, while they give you great speed and control, these wheels are not so bump-friendly.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Focus ATLAS 6.8 has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.