Batch continues to bring quality and affordability together. A few weeks ago, we saw them do this on the mountainbike side of the market, releasing the MB.1 and MB.2. The hardtails retail for $600 and $700, respectively, and feature modern geometry and affordable yet modern components.Now, Batch aims to repeat the process, now in the gravel corner of the industry. Now, surely, these new gravel offerings wont completely knock your socks off, but that isnt Batchs intention. However, will they get new riders out on two wheels without the incredible cost barrier?Absolutely.Batch GB.1This bike is Batchs entry into gravel. The GB.1 features a 6061 double-butted aluminum frame, a clutched 9-speed derailleur, and tubeless-ready rims and tires. The frame comes in four sizes50cm, 53cm, 56cm, and 59cmand features integrated rack and fender mounting points.Here are some key features:Fork: 1-1/8 Aluminum Gravel with flat mount brake mountsBrakes: Tektro MD-C310 mechanical discRotors: 160mm (F/R)Shifters: MicroShift Sword BlackDerailleur: MicroShift Sword RD-G7005M, 9/10 speedCassette: Index 9-speed, 11-46TCrankset: Forged alloy / 38T chainringTires: 700 x42mmWheels: 700cPrice: $999.99GB.2The Batch GB.2 starts where the GB.1 leaves off. They share the same 6061 hydroformed double-butted aluminum frame, but save some weight with a bit higher component spec. Helping shed some weight and absorb light trail chatter, the GB.2 is equipped with a carbon fork. Like the GB.1, four sizes are available.Fork: 1-1/8 1-1/2 carbon gravel forkBrakes: Tektro MD-C310 mechanical discRotors: 160mm (F/R)Shifters: MicroShift Sword BlackDerailleur: MicroShift Sword RD-G7005M, 9/10 speedCassette: Index 9-speed, 11-46TCrankset: Forged alloy / 38T chainringTires: 700 x42mmWheels: 700cPrice: $1,299.99batchbicycles.comThe post Batch Introduces a New Gravel Bike, Two Builds, Both Affordable appeared first on Bikerumor.