Ridley Kanzo Adventure
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Summary of Reviews
We have read all expert and user reviews on the Ridley Kanzo Adventure. In summary, this is what cyclists think.
15 reasons to buy
- Several reviewers feel the Kanzo Adventure offers good value.
- Experts agree the Kanzo Adventure is a versatile and capable bike.
- Ridley offers multiple customization options for this bike.
- Buyers can choose handlebar width, tire style, and crank length at no extra cost.
- Reviewers relish the superb, confidence-inspiring handling on rough gravel, slippery and muddy trails, and fast descents with loose corners.
- The Kanzo Adventure is “in its element” on tricky off-road terrain, according to one tester.
- A reviewer says the geometry makes the Kanzo Adventure a “brilliantly balanced ride.”
- Multiple testers praise the ride comfort.
- Experts praise the “remarkably plush” rear end. One says it rivals gravel bikes with rear suspension, such as the Cannondale Topstone.
- The Kanzo Adventure has clearance for 29” x 2.1” or 700c x 53mm tires.
- The frame is loaded with mounts for bottle cages, fenders, a pannier rack, and frame bags.
- Integrated cables in the cockpit make for easy attachment of a handlebar bag.
- The Kanzo Adventure frame has internal dynamo routing.
- The Kanzo Adventure's fork has four bosses on each leg for bags or bottles.
- The frame is compatible with a suspension fork.
5 reasons not to buy
- Experts say the upright riding position and wide tires make for sluggish riding on pavement.
- This bike is not compatible with 2x gearing. Testers note this may hinder bikepacking abilities.
- Two testers mention slow handling that requires more input than racier gravel bikes.
- One expert complains that the handlebar is uncomfortable.
- The integrated cables make cockpit adjustments tricky.
Bottom line
Ridley's Kanzo Adventure is an adventure bike suited to "pure gravel exploration," technical trails, and long-distance comfort. Ridley allows buyers to configure the bike at checkout. Reviewers praise the capable, confident handling and smooth, balanced ride. The frame is endowed with mounts for bikepacking and touring and has above-average tire clearance (53mm, 2.1"). Its off-road prowess comes at the expense of efficiency on pavement, but that was a purposeful choice by the brand. Overall, experts agree the "versatile" Kanzo Adventure is a solid choice in its various configurations.Expert Reviews
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