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Road bike geometry explained: your ultimate guide to frame design

The geometry of a road or gravel bike defines its design and how it rides. But how? Let’s take a look.

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Canyon.com Last update: 2025-12-15
Road bike geometry explained: your ultimate guide to frame design Road and gravel bike geometry explained: What really matters

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