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Genesis, concept, geometry, etc.
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All about Paula
Paula's builds
Because being well-built is really important!
There are a whole bunch of possible builds.
You can "mix & match" any groupset with the wheels and peripherals of your choice.
Now, for the sake of clarity, and because we have to start somewhere, we offer you some configurations that can serve as a basis for your thinking.
I've grouped them by groupset manufacturer and added any potential upgrades that might be relevant.
Finally, at the bottom of the page, you will find some additional information to help you in your choice.
Well, I think we're good. Here we go. Happy reading!
Some details on the extras
The groupsets
Shimano, SRAM, Campagnolo, electric, mechanical, you can have whatever you want.
For transmission options at SRAM, you can stick with a "classic" Gravel group or opt for a so-called "mullet" group.
It is actually a MTB rear derailleur and cassette of the same type instead of the original components.
The point is to gain about ten teeth at the back to make your life easier when it climbs hard and for a long time. This can change the direction of a ride completely!
And precisely with these MTB derailleurs SRAM offers the possibility of a classic attachment to the frame via a derailleur hanger (Eagle Drivetrain option) or directly on the frame without going through a hanger.
This new feature has been around in mountain biking for a while and offers two significant advantages: Due to the extreme rigidity of the assembly, gears shift even faster and more precisely and in the event of a fall, no more bent or broken derailleur hangers. SRAM Full Mount is tough!
We have Shimano groupsets too ! I love them. I think they are great allrounder and the braking quality is a bit better than SRAM.
Afterwards, if you want to play the 100% Italian game and sing Claude Barzotti in the shower, Campagnolo makes two great mechanical groups. The original Ekar with its super classy carbon crankset and the more recent Ekar GT, equipped with an aluminum crankset and capable of handling a 10-48T cassette without flinching.
Speaking of groupsets, I made a little page about the single vs. double chainring debate . Choose your side, comrade!
Oh last thing before I forget. If you like beautiful gear, be crazy and don't deprive yourself of an Ingrid pedalboard . Made in Italy, they are customisable in every way to go perfectly with your crazy build!
The wheels
We love Miche. The range is relevant, the essentials are produced in Italy, the prices are reasonable and the guys are cool. What more could you ask for?
If you wish, we can also offer you all the wheels in the Campagnolo Gravel range. Levante or Zonda GT, it's as beautiful as it is powerful!
As for Miche you will find an article here which will tell you the differences and the strong points of each model.
We thought it was relevant that the higher up the range you go in terms of groupsets, the more the wheels should follow suit. Now, if you want to ride Rival AXS or Force AXS and you prefer to settle for entry-level wheels, that's obviously possible. I didn't include it in the list of options so as not to weigh down the list which is already quite robust.
Peripherals
For the entry level, we like Ritchey. It is a serious, recognized brand, with a glorious past and which offers products with an unbeatable quality-price ratio.
Ritchey offers semi-integrated cockpits. Basically, the cables and hoses are hidden for most of their travel and are cleverly tucked under the stem before entering the frame at the head tube.
It's almost as discreet as a full integrated but almost as easy to install as an external cockpit. It's a bit like the best of both worlds in fact.
Now if you want something more exotic, we can offer you the Deda cockpits.
Made up of a Superbox DCR aluminum stem and Gera or Superzero aluminum handlebars, they allow you to completely hide the hoses so as not to have a single visible cable.
It's clean, it's pretty and it's very well done.
I made you a little article that compares the different types of cockpits if you are undecided.
If you wish, instead of the Deda Gera or Superbox Alu handlebars, you can opt for their carbon versions. Same for Ritchou!