Bianchi Arcadex Pro GRX 820/822 1x
In stock at 1 shop in New York City
Prices and stock checked Oct 22.
Where to buy
1 shopAbout this bike
The gravel category has divided cleanly into two camps: bikes optimized for speed on mixed terrain, and bikes built for the rider who wants to go somewhere they've never been. The Bianchi Arcadex Pro GRX 820/822 1x is the latter. Bianchi has been building bicycles since 1885, and the Arcadex sits at the exploratory end of their current lineup — distinct from the Impulso range, which handles their race-oriented gravel work. The Arcadex Pro is built for riders planning multi-day routes, overnight bikepacking trips, and long days spent figuring out what's past the point where the gravel turns to dirt.
Show full description and specs
The frame is SM Carbon Fiber Composite built around an endurance geometry — higher stack and longer front-center than a competition-focused gravel bike, calibrated for day-after-day comfort without sacrificing handling on rough surfaces. The frame is rated for ASTM 2 off-road usage and is designed to accept a compatible suspension fork if you want more capability on rougher terrain down the road. Fully internal cable routing is standard on the Pro, managed through a Bianchi Custom Acros ICR headset that keeps housing clean and the frame lines uncluttered. Tire clearance reaches 700c x 50mm, with fender and mudguard mounts incorporated for all-season riding. Two bottle cage bosses sit within the main triangle. Integrated into the downtube is the Internal Frame Storage module — a sealed compartment accessible from outside the frame, fitted with a fabric pouch to hold CO2 canisters, tire levers, energy bars, or a small multi-tool without rattling against the carbon shell. Hidden inside the rear thru-axle is a 4, 5, and 6mm hex key, providing field-ready tools without adding weight to your kit. The rear dropout is SRAM UDH-compatible for broad derailleur compatibility and straightforward hanger replacement.
Shimano GRX 820/822 handles the drivetrain in a 1x, 12-speed configuration. The front derailleur is absent by design — fewer moving parts to maintain when you're far from…
