Planet X London Road SRAM Rival 1 Gravel Edition

On paved roads, the rating is mostly about fast cruising and how the setup supports higher speeds. In real riding, it prioritizes confidence and everyday riding over outright pace. Several build choices play a role, including wider mixed-surface tires that add some drag, aerodynamics that help it hold speed once you're rolling, and a more budget-friendly drivetrain that focuses on value.

Climbing rating: 3.3/10. Within Road bikes, it ranks below average. For hill work, the easiest gear is moderate. The easiest gear works out to about 27.0 gear inches. Compared with similar bikes, this low gear is easier than about ~58% of them. We use “gear inches” as a shortcut for climbing gearing. Lower numbers mean you can spin more easily when it gets steep. A good middle-ground if you want mixed routes that include some hills. Specs can vary by size and build, and some manufacturer details aren’t always published, so treat this as a strong guide rather than a guarantee.

On the gravel side of things, at 4.5/10 for aerodynamics, it’s built to be well-rounded in the wind so it works well across lots of riding. What that means on the road is: it’s a balanced middle ground: some streamlining, but not an extreme aero setup. The fit looks fairly neutral, so aerodynamics depends more on the overall design and components than on an extreme position. Wider tyres like this tend to trade a bit of aero efficiency for comfort and confidence. Specs can vary by market and model year, so the summary follows the strongest published signals. That typically means solid everyday speed without forcing an aggressive position or race-only parts.

Balanced fit - a versatile position for long rides and faster efforts. That's driven by the cockpit sits 100 mm below the saddle (a large drop), and the cockpit stretches you forward by ~558 mm (long). Expect a lean angle around 39 degrees.

In Road, Separate bar and stem components keep fit changes practical, Cable routing is on the simpler side, which helps adjustability. Plus, From the seatpost text provided, there are no strong constraints or bonuses. Overall, it falls into Adjustable.

This scores 5.5/10 for comfort, so it feels fairly neutral out on the road. That’s why it’s labeled Balanced. It’s running about 38 mm tires on 700c wheels, and extra tire volume helps mute vibration and small bumps on rough lanes and gravel patches. The posture is neutral (posture 6/10, torso ~39°), which balances comfort and responsiveness pretty well.

For what you get, the price looks very hard to beat. The value score is 1–10. Higher means better value for money; lower means the price is high for what you get. Uses MSRP as a baseline; real-world prices can be lower (discounts can change the value). Based on the spec estimate, it comes in about 22% under the typical level for similar builds. Against similar bikes of the same type and age, it’s usually on the cheaper side, beating about 85% of listings. To anchor it: price €1.791 versus an estimated €2.302 for a similar build. Bottom line: you’re getting a lot of bike for the money compared with typical options.

This setup is built for mixed rides where gravel is a normal part of the route. Tires around 38 mm are well suited for gravel roads and unpaved connectors. Overall, the setup matches this surface range well.