ASTR RS Gravel Frameset

What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:

"The ASTR RS takes everything I loved about the Falcn’s aero efficiency and adds gravel capability. The fork diffuser really smooths airflow, and the frame feels rock solid during sprints. With a 52mm clearance and lightweight build, it’s the ultimate weapon for gravel racers who refuse to compromise."

The Ridley ASTR RS Gravel Frameset stands at the pinnacle of performance-driven gravel design, merging the aerodynamic precision of Ridley’s Falcn RS with the adaptability required for modern off-road racing. At its heart lies the Elite Series carbon frame—crafted from Toray’s high-modulus fibers in a 60T/50T/30T/24T blend. This layup delivers remarkable stiffness-to-weight balance, enabling an 890g frame weight without sacrificing structural integrity or ride comfort.

The ASTR RS’s aero-to-weight optimization ensures aerodynamic gains that rival Ridley’s fastest road bikes, thanks to sleek tube shaping and an integrated diffuser fork that channels airflow efficiently through the crown and downtube junction. Its modern race geometry—featuring a 71.5° head angle, 74° seat tube, and lowered bottom bracket—strikes a perfect equilibrium between agility and composure, allowing riders to corner aggressively while maintaining high-speed stability.

Compatibility is another strength: a removable front derailleur clamp and Universal Derailleur Hanger (UDH) future-proof the frameset for both 1x and 2x drivetrains, while generous 52mm tire clearance expands its range from hardpack to chunky race courses. For elite racers and serious gravel enthusiasts, the ASTR RS is more than a frameset—it’s a platform for pure performance, engineered to dominate any gravel event from the first pedal stroke to the finish line.