The 2026 Pinarello Grevil F just landed at Free Lap Collective...
and it’s one of those rare bikes that doesn’t try to fit neatly into a category. It’s not a pure race machine, or an adventure gravel bike with a bunch of extra features—it’s something in between and beyond. And after a few rides on it, it’s clear: this thing was built for riders who like to mix it up.
Pinarello redesigned the Grevil F with the kind of versatility that doesn’t scream for attention, but makes itself known the moment the terrain changes. It handles long stretches of pavement and light gravel with the speed and sharpness you’d expect from a brand rooted in road racing. But the second you point it onto dirt or chunky gravel, it settles in—stable, composed, and surprisingly forgiving. That’s not by accident. The new frame clears up to 700×50mm tires, giving you real freedom to choose how you want the bike to behave. Want fast and snappy? Throw on something a little narrower. Heading into rougher stuff? Bigger tires easily fit with clearance to spare.
The ride quality is what really stands out, though. It’s stiff where it needs to be—especially under power—but doesn’t beat you up on long, uneven miles. There’s just enough give in the rear triangle and the built in seatpost flex to keep things comfortable without sacrificing responsiveness. The geometry leans slightly more upright and stable than a traditional race bike, which makes a difference when you’re a few hours deep into an epic ride and still want the bike to behave predictably.
There are also some clever details that are easy to miss at first. The down tube has an integrated storage port, which means you can stash tools, nutrition, and a flat kit inside the frame without strapping things all over the outside. It’s clean, practical, and exactly the kind of detail that shows how much thought went into making this bike a true all-rounder—not just something dressed up as one.
At the end of the day, the Grevil F doesn’t beg for attention. It just works—whether you’re hammering out a hard effort during a race, loading up for an overnighter, or just seeing where a long Sunday ride takes you. We’re excited to have it in the shop, not because it’s flashy or overhyped, but because it feels like the kind of bike a lot of people have been waiting for: one that doesn’t ask you to choose between speed, comfort, or terrain. You just ride.
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Nice right up!