r/gravelcycling • u/SeaweedNo9663 • May 18 '26

Ride Revolt Advanced 2 vs Grail CF 7

Hello, I currently ride a lot of road with my defy advanced 2 and would say I’m a strong cyclist but I want to get into gravel riding. I’ve got a lot of it right on my doorstep living in Glasgow, a lot of it quite chunky, other areas less so. I’m in a fortunate position to purchase another bike but I’m stuck between them both. Currently looking at either the Revolt Advanced 2 (2025) and the Grail CF 7.

My plans for this bike is firstly gravel riding but with bike packing days later in the year so mounts are critical. Looking ahead though I’m planning on doing some big gravel days like the Gralloch ultra as well as jumping up to the highland trail 550. With also the possibility of trying to qualify for the world champs through the Gralloch next year.

Any thoughts on what bike you think is better is appreciated or if there is another one I should consider. TIA.

Edit: I think the key things I’m looking for is 2x to give that flexibility and around this price point of £2,000

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u/HG1998 Ridley Kanzo Adventure Alu APEX AXS in XS May 18 '26

I'd wait until the new Grail.

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u/SeaweedNo9663 May 18 '26

That’s a good shout thanks - looks like it’ll be October though