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Camino RSManoeuvrable and efficient - the new race gravel bike from Stevens

Sandra Schuberth

 · 06.10.2025

The Stevens Camino RS is said to be made for fast gravel riding.
Photo: Skyshot GmbH / Markus Greber
The revised Stevens Camino RS race gravel bike is based on the tried and tested Camino models. The manufacturer promises improved riding efficiency, more manoeuvrability and a lower weight compared to the current Camino Pro frame.
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The Hamburg-based company developed the Camino RS to offer a high-quality gravel bike for racing and fast rides. Until now, such a model was missing from the range. According to the manufacturer, the carbon frame is lightweight and stiffness-optimised. The frame is said to save 200 grams compared to a Camino Pro. This is partly due to the "missing" bolt-on points, as found on bikepacking models.

The most important facts about the Stevens Camino RS

  • Weight of complete wheel: from 8070 grams (weighed weight)
  • Stack/Reach/STR: 591/406 millimetres/1.46
  • Max. tyre clearance: 45 millimetres
  • Frame sizes: 49, 51, 54, 56, 58, 61
  • Prices: 3299 to 5199 Euro

The top model, which TOUR will be presenting in detail in an upcoming issue, weighed in at 8070 grams. A strong result, as a look at the competition makes clear. In the current test year, no lighter gravel bike has ever rolled into our laboratory. In 2024, the Trek Checkmate, Canyon Grail and Rose Backroad FF topped the weight rankings in the off-road segment.

The new Camino RS has been aerodynamically optimised. Among other things, the head tube has been strongly waisted. However, Stevens has dispensed with a one-piece cockpit.Photo: Skyshot GmbH / Markus GreberThe new Camino RS has been aerodynamically optimised. Among other things, the head tube has been strongly waisted. However, Stevens has dispensed with a one-piece cockpit.

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Aero optimisation also played a central role in the development. Stevens' efforts are particularly evident in the tapered head tube and the tear-off edges on the fork, down tube and seat stays. The fast Arcalis served as a role model. The Hanseatic company did not disclose any specific aero performance. Meanwhile, the sloping top tube is taken from the long-distance Xenith.

Equipment and prices

The Camino RS is available in three equipment variants at prices between €3,299 and €5,199. The basic and top-of-the-range models are equipped with single-speed groupsets from SRAM (Force or Apex) for off-road use, while the mid-range version is fitted with Shimano's dual-speed GRX Di2.

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The Stevens Camino RS

Stevens Camino RSPhoto: StevensStevens Camino RS
  • Drive/gear shift: SRAM Apex XPLR AXS (1x12; 40, 11-44 t.)
  • Brakes: SRAM Apex (160/160 mm)
  • Tyres: Schwalbe G-One R Pro (40 mm)
  • Impellers: DT Swiss G 1800 Spline (aluminium)
  • Price: 3299 Euro

The Stevens Camino RS Pro Di2

Stevens Camino RS Pro Di2Photo: StevensStevens Camino RS Pro Di2
  • Drive/gear shift: Shimano GRX Di2 (2x12; 48/31, 11-36 t.)
  • Brakes: Shimano GRX (160/160 mm)
  • Tyres: Schwalbe G-One R Pro (40 mm)
  • Impellers: Fulcrum Soniq (Carbon)
  • Price: 4799 Euro

The Stevens Camino RS Pro AXS

Stevens Camino RS Pro AXSPhoto: StevensStevens Camino RS Pro AXS
  • Drive/gear shift: SRAM Force XPLR AXS (1x12; 44, 10-46 t.)
  • Brakes: SRAM Force (160/160 mm)
  • Tyres: Schwalbe G-One R Pro (40 mm)
  • Impellers: Zipp 303 XPLR S (Carbon)
  • Price: 5199 Euro

The new models in detail

Camino RSCamino RS Pro Di2Camino RS Pro AXS
Weight8.6 kilos8.2 kilos7.9 kilos
Sizes48, 51, 54, 56, 58, 61 cm (also as frame set)48, 51, 54, 56, 58, 61 cm (also as frame set)48, 51, 54, 56, 58, 61 cm (also as frame set)
ColourForest LightCool greyNightstone
FrameCarbon SL FibreCarbon SL FibreCarbon SL Fibre
ForkStevens Full Carbon SLStevens Full Carbon SLStevens Full Carbon SL
ImpellersDT Swiss G 1800 SplineFulcrum SoniqZipp 303 XPLR S
TyresSchwalbe G-One R Pro Evolution 40-622Schwalbe G-One R Pro Evolution 40-622Schwalbe G-One R Pro Evolution 40-622
BrakesSRAM Apex AXS, 160/160 mmShimano GRX 820, 160/160 mmSRAM Force AXS, 160/160 mm
Switching groupSRAM Apex XPLR AXS, 12-speedShimano GRX 825 Di2 Shadow+, 12-speed, GRX 825 Di2SRAM Force XPLR AXS, 13-speed
CranksetSRAM Apex 1Shimano GRX 820SRAM Force XPLR E1
Translation of40t, 11-44t48-31t, 11-36t44t, 10-46t
Cockpit handlebar / stemScorpo Race Aero Gravel / Deda Superbox V2Scorpo Race Aero Gravel / Deda Superbox V2Scorpo Race Aero Gravel / Deda Superbox V2
Saddle / seat postSelle Royal SRX / ScorpoFizik Vento Argo X5 / Scorpo CarbonFizik Vento Argo X5 / Scorpo Carbon
Price3299 Euro4799 Euro5199 Euro

Geometry data for the Stevens Camino RS

Geometry data for the Stevens Camino RSPhoto: StevensGeometry data for the Stevens Camino RS
Frame size485154565861
Seat tube lengthA1551572595616638660
A2430460490520550580
A3430460490520550580
Top tubeB501520542564588611
Horizontal top tubeC515537559581603625
Head tube angle (°)D707171,571,57272
Seat tube angle(°)E75,574,57473,573,573
WheelbaseF101810221035105210701086
Chainstay lengthG425425425425425425
Head tube lengthH110125145165185205
Bottom bracket loweringI707070707070
Fork advanceL555555555555
Protrusion heightO751777802827852876
ReachR377384395406422432
StackS533.00551.00572.00591.00612.00631.00
S/R1,411,431,451,461,451,46

Sandra Schuberth

Sandra Schuberth, sometimes an after-work ride, sometimes a training ride, sometimes an unsupported bikepacking challenge. The main thing is her and her gravel bike - away from the traffic. Seven Serpents, Badlands or Bright Midnight: she has finished challenging bikepacking races. Gravel and bikepacking are her favourite subjects, and her demands on equipment are high. What she rides, uses and recommends has to stand the test of time: not in marketing, but in real life.

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