Gravel bikes are evolving to cater to a burgeoning racing scene, with the top end bikes becoming lighter, more specialised and able to handle power transfer better than their earlier plaid-shirt counterparts. Like road bikes before them, we’re witnessing the carving out of niche identities, with riders looking to differentiate themselves.
The latest iteration in this evolution is Liv’s Devote Advanced Pro, a women’s specific elite gravel racing bike, boasting impressive specs and an even more impressive aesthetic. The Devote has been a stalwart of Liv’s range since 2020, witnessing numerous upgrades and fine-tuning year on year, culminating in 2024’s new advanced model featuring an ‘aggressive’ geometry, integrated frame storage and flip chip dropouts. It’s exciting to witness a more concerted effort by brands to take women’s racing seriously, and with an impressive repertoire of elite bikes and racing sponsorships in their arsenal, it is no surprise that Liv has pushed the boat out on this bike, leaning heavily into both the racing and adventure riding scene.
