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Find FAQs, technical documentation, setup guidance, and support resources for the ALLIED ABLE gravel bike. Geometry, specs, compatibility, and maintenance information in one place.

What's the smallest tire I can use?

700 x 45mm is the smallest tire we recommend for handling characteristics and safety. Any smaller would lower the bottom bracket and increase the risk of pedal strikes in corners and off road.

What is the largest tire I can use?

29 x 2.25/57mm MEASURED Width (Note: tire manufacturers measure differently, so it’s best to use calipers to check that the tire isn’t over 57mm wide).

Where is The Able made?

The ABLE frame was designed, proto-typed and fully tested in-house at our factory in Rogers, AR. The carbon lay-up and molding on the front triangle and rear triangle take place at an external factory based in Asia. Each raw carbon part produced at

Can I use a front derailleur on the Able?

No, the ABLE frame is purposely designed for 1x to maximize tire clearance with the shortest chainstay possible.

What headset does The Able use?

Wolftooth Premium IS41/52 with a custom dust-cap and spacers to match our STO3 stem design. If you are running a standard externally routed stem, it will also accommodate any IS41/52 headset like Chris King Dropset 3.

Can I use a suspension fork?

Yes, it can fit gravel-specific forks from Rockshox, Fox, and Cane Creek. You will need to use a standard stem and ported Eagle cable guide. Keep in mind, most suspension forks will limit tire clearance per the recommendation of the fork manufacture

Are the tires setup tubeless?

Yes, all of our bikes and models ship set up tubeless with Orange Seal sealant.

What front chainring can I fit?

Up to 50 tooth in the front using a SRAM Wide, or GRX 1x cranksets.

Can I get custom paint?

Yes, please select 'Custom' for the paint option when your purchase your ABLE and we will follow up to confirm what paint option you are looking for. Keep in mind, the $750 is the starting price for custom paint, which covers the cost of matching mos

Do I have to use allied's sto3 stem with internal cable routing?

We do offer a version of the ABLE with externally routed ABLE fork for the front brake, and an Eagle with external cable port for the rear brake, and standard IS41/52 headset compatible with standard stems.

Can I use a mechanical drivetrain?

No, the ABLE is designed for wireless electronic drivetrains only, with or without our internal stem.

What bottom bracket standard does Able use?

68mm English Threaded with spacing for Wide cranks.

How does the STO3 internal stem work?

Check out the ST03 video tutorial below. ALLIED Stem ST03 Tutorial

Where can I find technical docs for ABLE, STO3, STEM and SPO2 seapost?

Please find the information in the links below:. ALLIED ABLE FS09 Frameset Exploded. ALLIED ABLE FS09 Storage Box Assembly. ALLIED ST03 Stem Exploded. ALLIED SP02 Seatpost Exploded