2026 Boardman ADV 9.6 Carbon Road Bike
The 2026 Boardman ADV 9.6 Carbon Road Bike features a lightweight 990-gram C10 carbon frame and 420-gram carbon fork. Its neutral 71.5-degree head angle provides predictable handling on and off-road. Designed for adventure and mixed terrain, the frame includes hidden mudguard mounts, dropper post routing, and multiple bottle and storage fixings.
Equipped with Shimano GRX Di2 12-speed electronic gravel groupset, the ADV 9.6 offers smooth, precise shifting, ergonomic lever design, and wide-ratio gearing for demanding rides. Zipp 303 S carbon wheels paired with 700x40mm Goodyear Connector Ultimate tubeless-ready tyres provide stability, grip, and performance across gravel and mixed surfaces.
Key Highlights
- 990g Boardman C10 Carbon Frame & 420g C10 Carbon Fork
- Shimano GRX Di2 12-speed Gravel Groupset
- Hydraulic disc brakes with 160mm front & 140mm rear rotors
- Zipp 303 S Carbon Tubeless Ready Wheelset
- 700x40mm Goodyear Connector Ultimate Tubeless Ready Tyres
- Hidden mudguard mounts & multiple storage/bottle mounts
- Comfort-oriented alloy cockpit with 70mm reach, 120mm drop, 6° flare
Technical Specifications
Frame & Component Specifications| Frame | Boardman ADV - C10 Carbon, 142x12mm Thru Axle |
|---|---|
| Fork | C10 Carbon with Tapered Steerer, 100x12mm Thru Axle |
| Headset | FSA No.42, 1 1/8” - 1.5” Tapered, Integrated |
| Bottom Bracket | PF30, 86.5mm |
| Cranks | Shimano GRX RX6102, 30/46T |
| Front Derailleur | Shimano GRX Di2, FD-RX825, Double |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano GRX Di2, RD-RX825, 12-Speed |
| Shifter | Shimano GRX Di2, ST-RX825, 2x12-Speed |
| Brakes | Shimano BR-RX820 Hydraulic, Front 160mm / Rear 140mm Rotors |
| Cassette | Shimano CS-R7101, 11-34T, 12-Speed |
| Chain | Shimano CN-M7100, 12-Speed |
| Saddle | Prologo Akero AGX |
| Seat Post | Boardman Alloy, 27.2mm x 350mm |
| Stem | Boardman Alloy, 31.8mm Clamp |
| Handlebar | Boardman Alloy, 31.8mm Clamp, 70mm Reach, 120mm Drop, 6° Flare |
| Handlebar Tape | Boardman Gel |
| Pedals | Not Included |
| Wheelset | Zipp 303 S Carbon, Tubeless Ready |
| Tyres | Goodyear Connector Ultimate, Tubeless Ready, 700x40mm |
| Weight | Approx. 8.8 kg |
Specifications may change without notice. Final build may vary by size and region.
