Colnago C68 Gravel Disc Force Gravel Bike

The C68 Gravel is a fast, solid and precise gravel bike that is fun to ride. The tyre clearance for tyres up to 42 mm is the best balance between speed and rideability. The modular construction and the clean, detail-oriented design make it unique.

The savoir-faire of the same hands that made the bikes of the greatest champions in cycling history continues in a model that is already a classic.

The C68 proudly continues the tradition of the modular frame.
The frame is constructed from several carbon parts that are hand-assembled in Italy through joints and interlocks. The number of parts that complete the frame is the same as the previous C series (C64).
We have introduced a new process: banding.
The carbon bands are applied manually at the joint between the carbon modules, after which they are filed and polished to achieve the look of a monocoque frame with the best Colnago modular frame properties.
An art jealously guarded and handed down.
The tradition of modular carbon frames began at Colnago in the early 1990s. Colnago was the first brand in cycling history to introduce carbon frames to professional teams, winning a technically demanding race like the Paris-Roubaix with the legendary C40.
Greater care and precision in module production compared to a complete frame.
The smaller moulds of the individual modules allow us to work with greater care and obtain the highest quality carbon parts.

• Tyres up to 42 mm
  It can accommodate tyres up to a nominal width of 42 mm. The choice to go no further is deliberate: the C68 Gravel is a fast, precise, snappy bike. A wider clearance would have changed its riding properties.
  
• UDH Ready
  The C68 Gravel, in its HGWH (white) colorway, features UDH-compatible dropouts designed to SRAM standards. This makes the frame fully ready for T-Type transmissions and ensures maximum compatibility with the latest generation of Universal Derailleur Hangers.
  
• CC.01 Wide
  The CC.01 Wide handlebar is specifically developed with a wider flare. A wider grip provides greater control in all riding situations and less fatigue on rough terrain.
  
• Compatible with suspension forks
  The C68 Gravel is specified with a rigid fork and CC.01 Wide handlebar. However, the frame is designed to offer a wide range of add-ons, in particular for different handlebars and suspension forks.
  
• Bolder Gravel geometries
  The longer reach and higher stack compared to other gravel bikes in the category. This offers an ergonomically superior riding experience, perfectly tuned for more challenging landscapes, while maintaining an overall aggressive approach.
  
• 3 mounting points for water bottles and bags
  In addition to two bottle cages on the down tube and seat post, the C68 gravel bike also has two rivets on the top tube for attaching a frame bag.
  
• Tube construction
  Colnago takes great care in the construction of carbon parts, from moulds to laminations, demanding that its (Italian) suppliers adhere scrupulously to design requirements.
  
• Bonding
  At Colnago's Cambiago site, tubes and joints are shaped, finished and glued to form frames of different sizes.
  
• Banding
  Most joints are masked through the application of thin carbon bandages, resulting in a smooth tube surface.
  
• Painting
  Painting is done strictly by hand using an airbrush. The aim is to achieve excellent quality without making the frame too heavy.
  
• Assembly
  Even the final touch, the assembly of the components, is carried out strictly at our premises in Cambiago.
  

• Series: C Series
  Model: C68 Gravel
  
• Frame (material): Modular carbon frame construction: 8 carbon parts.
  
• Fork (material, section notes): Colnago carbon fork for disc brakes, integrated cables.
  
• Headset: ACROS SS 1"1/4 3547 steel bearing
  
• Seatpost: Carbon seatpost, 0.15 offset, "D-Shape" section
  
• Through axles: Diameter: 12 mm. Length: 100 mm (front) - 142 mm (rear)
  
• Weight limit: This model has an overall maximum limit (combined weight of bicycle, rider and load) of 120 kg
  
• Shifting system: SRAM RED XPLR D1 eTAP AXS
  
• Front derailleur: This groupset has a single chainring
  
• Rear derailleur: SRAM RED XPLR eTap AXS - RD-RED-E-D1
  
• Chain: RED Chain - CN-RED-D1 12s
  
• Chainrings: 40T
  
• Cassette: 10-44T 12s
  
• Bottom bracket: T47 SRAM DUB Road
  
• Crank length: (Standard for sizes 510-540) 172.5 mm
  
• Brakes: Disc brakes SRAM Red eTap AXS HRD SHIFT-BRAKE SYSTEM - CenterLine XR Rotor
  
• Disc size: 160 mm Front/ 160 mm Rear
  
• Brake lever: SRAM Red eTap AXS HRD SHIFT-BRAKE SYSTEM
  
• Brake calliper: SRAM Red eTap AXS HRD SHIFT-BRAKE SYSTEM
  
• Wheels: ZIPP 303S - Tubeless tires only
  
• Material: Carbon – Hookless
  
• Rim height: 45mm
  
• Internal channel width: 23 mm
  
• Hubs: 176D, 76D
  
• Through axles: Front: HH12-100 - Rear: HH12-142
  
• Tyres: Pirelli Cinturato Gravel H TLR (40-622)
  
• Maximum tyre size: 45 mm (nominal width)
  
• Saddle: Prologo Scratch M5 Nack 140 Hard Black or Selle Italia SLR Boost SuperFlow Carbon Rail
  
• Handlebar: Colnago CC.01 integrated Cockpit - Wide geometry.
  
• Stem: CC01 integrated cockpit
  
• Handlebar Tape: Colnago Grip Black
  
• Bottle cage: Colnago Matt Black (1x)
  
• Other accessories: Integrated cockpit multitool.

* Please note that bike specifications are subject to change without prior notice.*