The Grifn is the all-road bike designed for riders seeking a single bike capable of handling both competitive rides on smooth asphalt and commuting on crisp gravel paths.
The design combines the speed of a road bike with the comfort of a gravel bike. With a maximum tire clearance of 38mm (40mm with 1x drivetrain), you will have traction on country roads, while 32mm allows you to assert your place in the peloton. Additionally, it is possible to connect fenders and a dynamo to the bike, ensuring you can go anywhere even in bad or dark weather.
The name Grifn refers to the mythical creature griffin, symbolizing dominion over heaven and earth. Therefore, the Grifn reigns over both asphalt and gravel. The geometry is tailored to the riding behavior that best suits the intended use of the bike and the terrain. There is ample comfort for long distances, and the bike is aggressive enough for competitive Gran Fondos.
In short, the Grifn essentially breaks the N+1 rule of bike ownership.
The geometry of the Ridley Grifn is the superb overlap of a stiff racing frame and a tolerant off-road frame. The goal is a reactive and nimble riding feel while keeping stable handling on off-road terrain. The head tube angle of the Grifn is slightly flatter than the head tube angle of a road bike, but sharper compared to a gravel bike. This results in a completely new geometry, specifically designed for the all-road segment.
The frame offers the possibility to route the cable for a rear light internally inside the top tube, where it will exit near the seat tube. These cable ports are nicely hidden so when not using them, you will hardly notice them on your frame.
Features:
- With the Grifn family, you can hit the road as well as the off-road by simply changing wheelsets.
- The Grifn has 11 mounting points for a 100% personalized setup, including three mounting points on and under the down tube, three on the seat tube, and two on the top tube for an extra bag or toolkit.
- The maximum tire clearance of the Grifn is 40 millimetres in a 1x setup and 38 millimetres with a 2x setup, providing sufficient width to handle the vast majority of dirt roads.
- Special mudguards were designed for the Grifn; you can order these and have them installed at your local dealer.
- The fork is equipped with internal cable routing for a dynamo hub, hiding the cable inside the fork leg.