Radon Regard CF: Affordable gravel bike from a mail-order retailer – with a carbon frame from 2,599 euros

Following the bargain-priced aluminium-framed model and a premium titanium version, the Bonn-based direct-to-consumer retailer is launching a carbon version of its Regard gravel bike. The frame features fully integrated cable routing as well as mounting points for bags and tools.

With a UDH derailleur hanger, it’s technically up to date, although the bike appears to be compatible only with single-chainring set-ups. There is no official specification for the maximum tyre width; judging by the pictures, tyres much wider than the standard 45s are unlikely to fit. The maximum permissible weight is 115 kg.

Handlebars and seat post

Radon even fits all Regard CF models with a one-piece carbon cockpit. The stem and handlebar unit routes all cables internally. The manufacturer has not yet disclosed the exact dimensions, but judging by the photos, the handlebars appear to be quite wide and flare out significantly at the ends. The stem appears to be relatively short, which suggests a comfortable, upright riding position. The carbon seatpost is a classic round design with a diameter of 27.2 mm.

Drive and gearboxes

All trim levels feature a single-chainring configuration; there does not appear to be any provision for a front derailleur at all. A 40-tooth chainring is usually fitted at the front; only the top-of-the-range model is fitted with a 42-tooth chainring.

The Regard 7.0 is fitted with Shimano GRX components and a 12-speed cassette ranging from 10 to 51 teeth. The Regard 8.0 features SRAM Rival E1 XPLR AXS with electronic wireless shifting and a 13-speed cassette ranging from 10 to 46 teeth. The Regard 9.0 is fitted with Shimano GRX Di2. The electronic shifting system operates a 12-speed Shimano XT rear derailleur across the 10–51 cassette.

The top-of-the-range Regard 10.0 model features SRAM Force E1 XPLR AXS with an integrated power metre in the crankset. The 42-tooth chainring is paired with a 13-speed Force cassette ranging from 10 to 46 teeth.

Specifications, prices, weights

The entry-level model is the Regard CF 7.0, priced at 2,599 euros. It comes with Newmen Evolution aluminium wheels and is fitted with 28-inch Continental Terra Speed tyres, 45 mm wide.

From the Regard 8.0 (3,199 euros) upwards, the bikes feature carbon wheels, electronic gear systems and Schwalbe tyres.

The top-of-the-range Regard 10.0 model is said to weigh less than eight kilograms and can be ordered for 4,499 euros. All models are available in frame sizes XS, S, M, L and XL.

RADON REGARD 7.0

• Wheelset: NEWMEN Evolution SL X.R.25
• Brakes: Shimano GRX BR-RX820, flat-mount
• Crankset: Shimano GRX FC-RX610, 40T
• Bottom bracket: Shimano SM BB71-41B, PressFit
• Shift lever: Shimano GRX ST-RX820, 1x12
• Rear derailleur: Shimano GRX RD-RX822 SGS, 12-speed
• Cassette: Shimano DEORE CS-M6100, 10-51
• Chain: Shimano DEORE CN-M6100
• Handlebars: REGARD Aero Carbon stem-handlebar unit
• Handles: ACID CC 3.0
• Seatpost: NEWMEN Advanced Carbon, 27.2 x 350 mm
• Saddle: ACID Nuance Pro
• Tyres: Continental Terra Speed, ProTection, TR, 28" x 45 mm
• Colour: elephant/black
• Weight: 8.80 kg (manufacturer’s specification)
• Sizes: XS, S, M, L, XL
• Maximum permissible weight: 115 kg
• Price: 2,599 euros

RADON REGARD 8.0

• Wheelset: NEWMEN Advanced Carbon G.34
• Brakes: SRAM Rival E1, flat-mount
• Brake discs: SRAM Paceline, 160/160 mm, centre-lock
• Crankset: SRAM Rival E1 XPLR, DUB Wide, 40T
• Bottom bracket: SRAM DUB, PressFit Road Wide 86.5 mm
• Shift lever: SRAM Rival E1 AXS HRD
• Rear derailleur: SRAM Rival E1 XPLR AXS, 13-speed
• Cassette: SRAM Rival E1 XPLR XG-1351, 10–46
• Chain: SRAM Rival E1
• Handlebars: REGARD Aero Carbon stem-handlebar unit
• Handles: ACID CC 3.0
• Seatpost: NEWMEN Advanced Carbon, 27.2 x 350 mm
• Saddle: ACID Nuance Pro
• Tyres: Schwalbe G-One R Pro, EvoL, Addix Race, V-Guard, TLE, 28" x 45 mm
• Colour: hunter/deep black
• Weight: 8.45 kg (manufacturer’s specification)
• Sizes: XS, S, M, L, XL
• Maximum permissible weight: 115 kg
• Price: 3,199 euros

RADON REGARD 9.0

• Wheelset: Mavic Allroad S Carbon, 100/142 mm
• Brakes: Shimano GRX BR-RX820, flat-mount
• Brake discs: Shimano RT-CL800, 160/160 mm, centre-lock
• Crankset: Shimano GRX FC-RX820, 40T
• Bottom bracket: Shimano SM BB-71-41B, PressFit
• Shift lever: Shimano GRX Di2 ST-RX825, 1x12
• Rear derailleur: Shimano GRX Di2 RD-RX827-SGS, 12-speed
• Cassette: Shimano XT CS-M8100, 10-51
• Chain: Shimano ULTEGRA CN-M8100
• Handlebars: REGARD Aero Carbon stem-handlebar unit
• Handles: ACID CC 3.0
• Seatpost: NEWMEN Advanced Carbon, 27.2 x 350 mm
• Saddle: Selle Italia SLR Boost TM
• Tyres: Schwalbe G-One R Pro, EvoL, Addix Race, V-Guard, TLE, 28" x 45 mm
• Colour: UD carbon/deep black
• Weight: 8.40 kg (manufacturer’s specification)
• Sizes: XS, S, M, L, XL
• Maximum permissible weight: 115 kg
• Price: 3,799 euros

RADON REGARD 10.0

• Wheelset: NEWMEN Advanced Carbon SL X.R.36, 100/142 mm
• Brakes: SRAM Force E1 AXS HRD, flat-mount
• Brake discs: SRAM Paceline, 160/160 mm, centre-lock
• Crankset: SRAM Force E1 XPLR AXS, power metre, 42T
• Bottom bracket: SRAM DUB, PressFit Road Wide 86.5 mm
• Shifter: SRAM Force E1 AXS HRD, 1x13
• Rear derailleur: SRAM Force E1 XPLR AXS, 13-speed
• Cassette: SRAM Force E1 XPLR XG-1371, 10–46
• Chain: SRAM Force E1
• Handlebars: REGARD Aero Carbon stem-handlebar unit
• Handles: ACID CC 3.0
• Seatpost: NEWMEN Advanced Carbon, 27.2 x 350 mm
• Saddle: Selle Italia SLR Boost Kit Carbonio
• Tyres: Schwalbe G-One RS Pro, EvoL, Addix Race, V-Guard, TLE, 28" x 45 mm
• Colour: spark/flat silver
• Weight: 7.95 kg (manufacturer’s specification)
• Sizes: XS, S, M, L, XL
• Maximum permissible weight: 115 kg
• Price: 4,499 euros