Boardman TRVL 9.2

The Boardman TRVL 9.2 is designed for exploration, built around a robust 6061 butted alloy frame with multiple mounting points for fully-laden expeditions. The RockShox Rudy fork with 40mm of travel, coupled with SRAM’s XPLR Apex wireless groupset, ensures smooth, precise gear changes and reliable braking. Goodyear 45mm Connector tyres provide excellent grip and speed on various terrains, making the TRVL 9.2 ideal for gravel riding and off-road adventures.Boardman TRVL Range ReviewKey Features:Frame: Adventure, 6061 alloy, robust with multiple mounting pointsFront Fork: RockShox Rudy, 40mm travel for smooth handlingDrivetrain: SRAM XPLR Apex, wireless, 1×12-speed for precise shiftingBrakes: SRAM Apex hydraulic disc brakes, 160mm rotorsWheels: Boardman alloy wheelset, tubeless readyTyres: Goodyear Connector, 700x45mm, versatile tread patternOther Standout Feature: Fizik Terra Argo saddle for comfortFinance Option: Available with 0% APR financeThe TRVL might seem like a 90s MTB with drop handlebars, but it’s much more than that if you take a closer look. The 9.2’s 6061 butted alloy frame features a myriad of mounting points for those fully-laden expeditions where leaving something behind is not an option. Additionally, the dropper post routing and clearance for up to 50mm tyres allow you to customise it to tackle trails that those 90s MTBs would avoid.The Boardman TRVL 9.2 benefits from SRAM’s game-changing wireless XPLR Apex groupset. With a single chainring up front and an intuitive gear selection system at your fingertips, you can focus on the road, path, track, trail, climb or descent in front of you rather than worrying about what gear you are in. SRAM’s 11-44 tooth 12 cassette delivers 2x range in a 1x package! It features PowerGlide II technology that is more reliable, more durable and performs better thanks to its tooth profile and shift ramp design. Download the SRAM AXS app and you can even check your groupset’s battery status, change component settings, personalise controls, get maintenance reminders and update firmware.The Boardman TRVL 9.2 alloy wheelset is tubeless ready. To experience the added grip, comfort, and versatility of a tubeless set-up, you only need to add sealant and valves! Goodyear’s 45mm gravel-specific Connector is the TRVL 9.2’s tyre of choice. Designed as a fast-rolling all-terrain tyre, its versatile tread pattern with tightly-spaced centre knobs and aggressive side knobs delivers straight-line momentum whilst retaining grip demands when the direction changes or the route gets technical. They also have tan walls for a 90’s vibe!Gravel-specific bars wrapped in a 3.5mm thick, high tack bar tape reduce vibrations, increase grip and make time on the hoods more comfortable. A 6-degree flare ensures you have better control over the bike when in the drops, whilst offering more space up front for additional luggage.