Road bikes are only great for the pavement, but if you want to go beyond that, youll want a gravel bike. Gravel bikes bridge the gap so you can ride on pavement and continue going when the dirt begins. The Niner RLT 9 Steel 4-Star Bike is designed for adventure and versatility. It has a Reynolds 853 Steel frame and an RDO carbon fork. The frame is compatible with both 700 x 50c tires and 650b x 2.0 tires. The frame also features integrated frame mounts, external cable routing, and rack and fender mounts so you can easily transform this bike into a daily commuter or touring bike. The 4-Star version of the Niner RLT 9 Steel comes with a Shimano GRX800 11-speed drivetrain. The gearing is perfect for moderate hills and all-day adventures with an 11-42T cassette and a 40T chainring on the front. Shimano GRX800 brakes provide excellent stopping power so you can descend with confidence. With the DT Swiss G 1800 Spline 25 wheels and Schwalbe G-One Allround EVO Super Terrain TLE tires, youll be able to set them up tubeless for a smoother ride, better traction, and fewer flats.