Cutthroat C Apex S1000 Transmission Gravel Bike

What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:

"This version of the Cutthroat really shines when you load it up. The road-boost spacing, KOM Team rims, and 29 x 2.2in tires create a super-stable platform, especially at speed. The T-Type drivetrain is rock solid and keeps shifting smooth under torque. Add in a dropper and tons of mounting points, and it becomes a seriously capable bikepacking race machine."

Engineered for long-distance efficiency, the Cutthroat C Apex AXS Transmission blends a carbon Class 5 VRS frame with a drop-bar mountain geometry to maximize comfort and stability across unpredictable terrain. The vertically compliant rear triangle softens harsh vibration while maintaining lateral rigidity, ensuring confident handling under heavy loads. Road-boost spacing and a long wheelbase further enhance tracking on rough gravel and steep, rutted climbs.

SRAM’s Apex AXS wireless shifting pairs with the S1000 Transmission-compatible derailleur for reliable performance in demanding conditions. A broad 10–52t cassette and 34t chainring create a gearing range built for self-supported events where grades vary wildly and fatigue adds up. The TranzX dropper post expands maneuverability when navigating technical descents, while WTB KOM rims and 29 x 2.2in Sparwood tires optimize rolling efficiency and tubeless stability.

Designed with extensive mounting points—including fork Three-Pack mounts, top tube bag mounts, under-downtube accessory bosses, and rack compatibility—this Cutthroat configuration is ready for bikepacking races, mixed-surface epics, and multi-day adventure routes where reliability and carrying capacity matter as much as speed.

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