Epic Rides 2025 - Sonder Book

EPIC RIDES

There’s a moment on every ride when something shifts.

It might be quiet — that second when the traffic fades and your breathing takes over. Or loud — the whoop that escapes on a perfect descent, the grin you can’t wipe off after a sketchy section finally goes clean.

It’s the small victories. The shared suffering. The silent miles. The stories you bring home.

We call them Sonder Moments — and they’re what this book is all about.

Epic Rides 2025 is a celebration of the rides that matter. Not the fastest or the fanciest — but the ones that stay with you. A weekend escape with friends.

A solo spin that turned into a reset. The trip you’ll talk about for years. These are the stories that shape how we ride, and why we ride. And every one of them is made possible by a bike.

The best part of any epic ride?

Is that it always starts with just getting out the door.

See you on the trail.

David Hanney, Chief Exec

Neil Sutton, Sonder Product Manager

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12 Harvey Rollason

Features

20 The Alps Divide 22 Custom frame building 30 The Art of Getting Lost 32 How to buy 38 Sonder riders 44 Gravel Series sonderbikes.com

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Meet the family

From rowdy to roady and everything in-between. Each Sonder is uniquely its own entity, capable of writing a thousand different stories and each one is true.

DH

Enduro

Trail

XC

Back Country

fast 160/160mm 06 Super aggressive 29er

and agile 08 Fast short-travel 29er

27.5” 10 Ultra-capable hardtail hooligan

29er hardtail 16 Aggressive

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Ultra-capable 29” hardtail trail bike

Short travel race 20 ready 29” hardtail

Prices and specs correct as of 08/02/25

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Gravel

Agro Gravel

Tour

Road

Endurance Road

award-winning 28 Multi gravel bike

gravel bike 30 Electric

gas gravel race bike 36 Full

Reynolds tourer 38 Steel

42 Endurance road bike 26

Wilderness trail bike

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Sunday best competition road bike

EVOL

Super fast 160/160mm aggressive 29er Fast front, agile back, Evol’s built to tackle the fastest and most technical trails around. Designed with enduro in mind it goes up hill with minimal fuss leaving you fresh to attack the next stage. Evol is the perfect one bike quiver if your main priority is maximum enjoyment when the trails get steep, perfect for trips to the Alps, uplift days closer to home or just your local for a few Sunday morning laps.

“Just wrapped up a week in Finale with the Evol. This bike has given me the confidence to push hard on some of the most technically challenging trails I’ve ever ridden, its taken everything I can throw at it and not missed a beat. Evol is a real underdog, more than capable of taking on the best around and coming out on top.”

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Details • Long wheelbase, slack headangle and low BB for confidence inspiring stability at speed, no matter what lies ahead • Mullet 29/27.5 wheelset, 29er out front to iron out the trail and 27.5 out back for more grin factor

“ Evol is a beast. It’s the bike I’m most proud of. It gives the confidence to tackle features you’d normally shy away from.”

— Neil Sutton

• 160mm rear travel; 160mm fork travel • Designed around metric shock sizing standard • Tried and tested Horst link suspension design allows the suspension to stay active when braking

Storm Blue

• ​Clearance for up to 27.5 x 2.6 rear tyre

Butterscotch

• ​Internal routing for clean lines

Builds Framesets from £1,649 Full builds from £2,299

Every one has a story. What’s yours?

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“The Cortex is my go-to for long days in the hills, it’s the perfect place to sit for and rack up the off road miles and more than capable of putting a grin on your face when the speed picks up and the trail gets rowdy.”

— Neil Sutton

CORTEX Fast and agile short-travel 29er

Cortex is our short-travel full sus 29er for big days in big terrain. From the Lakes to the Cairngorms, it climbs with pace and descends with grin-inducing control. All-day geometry. Point-and-go confidence.

It’s built for the mountain, not the lift pass.

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‘Where I feel most myself.’ Take to the trails like Sonder Rider Lucy Allan- dipping, diving and driving across forests, over rocks and down the steeps of the Lakes. Lose your way on the trail and find yourself in the flow, the Cortex stays capable and true throughout.

Details • Trail bike agility with enduro bike stability, the Cortex has a confidence inspiring, stable and forgiving ride • Designed around metric shock sizing standard • Tried and tested Horst link suspension design allows the suspension to stay active when braking • Clearance for up to 29 x 2.6fl tyres

Storm Blue Mint

• Internal routing in the front triangle for clean lines

Builds Framesets from £1,599 Full builds from £2,049

Every one has a story. What’s yours?

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TRANSMITTER Ultra-capable 27.5 hardtail hooligan

Transmitter is the hardtail that launched Sonder. The original long, low, slack. 27.5+ for grip and pop. It rides like a statement of intent. Built to charge trails, launch jumps, and stick the landings. For UK woods, Welsh ridges, and your best lines yet.

“The Transmitter might be the most fun you can have on a hardtail. It’s playful, responsive, and ready for anything the trail throws at it.”

— Neil Sutton

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Cambers and roots, rocks and ruts. Let the hooligan loose and leave the deciphering to the Transmitter. From Lady Bower to Derwent Edge, take it to a trail centre and prepare to fly. Ride hard and push harder on the Transmitter.

Details • Long reach, low bottom bracket and slack 65° headangle for bucket loads of confidence • Short chainstays for agility and insane acceleration • Hand welded 6061-T6 triple butted aluminium frameset • 150 mm of suspension floats you over the roughest and rootiest lines • Clean lines and tidy cables thanks to fully guided internal routing • 27.5” 2.6/2.8” tyres • ​Designed around boost 148/110 standards

Mango Charcoal Nemo

Builds Framesets from £399 Full builds from £1,149

Every one has a story. What’s yours?

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Racing on his own terms: Harvey’s Privateer Season with the Sonder Evol Words by Harvey Rollason Photos by Cannon Nikon

2024 was my first season racing for Sonder bikes, and it was a game changer.

Having their support throughout the season has been incredible and I’m very grateful for the opportunity to ride their bikes. ˛Sonder Evol was a perfect fit for my riding style from the get-go, and I’ve really enjoyed pushing myself and the bike to its limits racing around the UK and in Europe this year.

2024 Review One of the biggest milestones for me this year was clinching the overall win in the British National Enduro Series in the Senior category. It felt amazing to see all the hard work and consistency pay off across the rounds. On top of that, I secured five National podium finishes, including two wins, which I’m incredibly proud of.

A standout moment was my first win of the season, at the second national round at Whiterocks in the Dyfi Valley. I pushed myself to the limit, resulting in a crash on the second stage, but managed to keep focussed and come back for a convincing win taking four out of the five stages. To do this at such a tricky, technical venue made for one of my most memorable results of the year.

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The Isle of Man round was another highlight racing over four days and taking 8 out of 10 stage wins.

It was a real test of endurance and skill, but the result was a huge confidence boost.

I also had a strong finish at the British Championships, where I placed 5th overall, sharing the podium with some top British World Cup riders.

That result earned me the vital UCI points to race the national Pro World Cup round in Loudenvielle.

Even though the race didn’t go perfectly, being there and racing alongside the pros was a massive learning experience. The lessons from that event will be key as I push forward into 2025.

Looking Ahead to 2025 The 2025 season is shaping up to be a big one. As I move into the Pro category for my first full season in World Cups, my main focus will be racing as many rounds as possible and building from my 2024 world cup result. I’m aiming to gain as much experience as I can and push myself against the best riders in the world. Alongside the World Cups, I’ll also be taking part in any British Championship rounds I can around the World Cups, to stay competitive at home and defend my 2024 title.

I’ve been working hard through the off-season to make sure I’m in top physical shape. A huge part of that prep has been getting my Sonder Evol dialled in for next season.

I’ve got a solid setup, and with the support of Sonder, I know I’ve got the right tools to take on whatever 2025 throws at me.

Every one has a story. What’s yours?

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FALCO

Ultra-capable 29” hardtail trail bike Falco brings 29er speed, alloy resilience, and sweet spot geometry tuned for UK’s natural trails and trail centres. Confident, precise, and lively without being twitchy, it’s a serious trail bike that meets you where you’re at — and won’t hold you back.

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“Falco is playful, confident, and capable enough to keep up as you grow.

It’s a true mountain bike for people who take their trail time seriously, and want a ride that keeps up. It doesn’t shout — it just works, ride after ride” — Neil Sutton

Falco didn’t flinch once — berms, roots, roll-ins — handled the red loop at Coed y Brenin like it’d been riding without me. I came back grinning, arms buzzing, already planning the next trail. Legs sore in new ways. Mind clear in the same old ones.

Details • For trail centres, local loops and natural trails • 120mm front suspension • 29” wheels with clearanec for up to 2.4” tyres • Double butted 6061 frame • Internal cable routing and UDH

Ultramarine Burnt Orange

Builds Framesets from £399 Full builds from £999

Every one has a story. What’s yours?

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SIGNAL

Aggressive 29er hardtail to pedal all day Signal is your aggressive trail hardtail. 29” wheels, progressive geometry, and a ride that begs to get rowdy. Perfect for techy climbs and fast descents, but playful enough for trail centre laps and after-work sessions. It’s a bike that invites creativity. And airtime.

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“The Signal’s geometry is spot on for aggressive trail riding. It begs to be pushed harder and rewards you with an exhilarating ride.”

— Neil Sutton

The search for the perfect trail is easier with the perfect bike.

An aggressive trail bike that pulls you in and elevates the journey- a local loop, a hidden gem, or take it to the big mountains and let loose. When it comes to Signal, blink and you might just feel like you’re in the bike, not on the bike.

Details • Available in 4130 Chromoly steel or aeronautical grade titanium • A low bottom bracket makes it corner like its on rails, a spacious reach gives you room to move around on the bike • The 66/74 head and seat angles put you central on the bike, boosting confidence on the descents while still being able to climb like a mountain goat • Guided internal cable routing • Bucketloads of clearance for 2.6” tyres • 148 mm boost thru axle standard

Builds

Copper Gunmetal Raw Ti

Framesets from £699 steel / £1,399 titanium Full builds from £1,299 steel / £1,799 titanium

Every one has a story. What’s yours?

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BROKEN ROAD

Wilderness trail bike Broken Road is your off-grid companion.

Built for the wilderness, remote singletrack, chunky descents, and expedition-level bikepacking. Big 29” wheels, confident geometry, and all the mounts you could want. It turns the middle of nowhere into the middle of your comfort zone. Tough, tested, and ready.

Cycling solo down red dust Moroccan highways, under the shadow of epic Patagonian skylines or a long ride home from a wedding in Rome. On a big ride you discover so much about the world. And about yourself. Bikes are magic. Companions to share a lifetime of adventures. Load up your Broken Road and see where it might take you.

“The go-to bike if once in a while your rides last longer than the lord of the rings trilogy, the frame in either material gives a comfortable, compliant ride and is perfect for strapping all your kit to for day after day off grid.”

— Neil Sutton

Details • Available in steel and aeronautical grade titanium.

The tubeset tubing isolates the rider from shock, giving an efficient ride • Optimum use with 29” wheels but allows either 29” or 27.5” wheels • Relaxed, XC derived geometry, creating the perfect set up for eating up the miles over any surface

Smoke

• Adjustable sliding dropouts, shorten them for added agility, run them longer for added stability when loaded.

Forest Green

• Rear rack mounts allow you to load up with panniers

Raw Ti

Builds Framesets from £699 steel / £1,599 titanium Full builds from £1,399 steel / £2,099 titanium

Every one has a story. What’s yours?

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From the Med to the Mountains: A Smile, a Bike, and 1,020 Kilometres of the inaugural Alps Divide

Words and Photos by Stu Taylor

1,020 kilometres of rugged terrain winding through the majestic Western Alps.

That’s the Alps Divide, a self-supported bikepacking odyssey with a staggering 32,000 metres of ascent.

From the sun-drenched coast of Menton to the serene shores of Lake Geneva, the Alps Divide promised challenge, beauty, and pure adventure. As someone who deeply loves the French Alps, I was beyond excited to have secured a place in the first edition of this unique event. First-time races carry a special kind of thrill—the unknowns, the excitement, and of course, the big question: gravel bike or mountain bike?

My choice was the Sonder Broken Road Titanium, a rugged, burly-tired machine standing out amongst a sea of sleek gravel bikes. My training had shifted since the arrival of my amazing daughter Billie—shorter rides, less time in the saddle—so my approach was to embrace the adventure with a smile and leave the race face behind.

I rolled into Menton the day before the start, the Mediterranean sparkling beside the town’s colorful buildings. The usual pre-ride rituals unfolded: a quick shakedown ride, last-minute tweaks, and packing dance. At the start, close to a hundred riders gathered under the sun, a buzz of excitement and nerves filling the salty sea air.

At 4pm, a police escort guided us out of town before releasing us onto our first steep climb. The Alps welcomed us with open arms—and burning legs. The descent that followed was rough, fast, and exhilarating. Already I felt confident in my bike choice, passing several riders fixing early punctures.

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In Sospel, a place I recognized from a past enduro race, I stocked up at a local shop and crossed briefly into Italy.

The night brought steep climbs and rough tracks, and by midnight I found myself imagining the views I couldn’t see.

Ten hours in, just 100km done. At 2am, I stumbled across a bar in Pigna still open—water, chocolate, and ice cream heaven!

I grabbed some shelter under a village marquee as rain started to fall.

The storm worsened. Thunder echoed as I waited out the downpour in a restaurant. With waterproofs on, I headed towards the Old Salt Road—a route meant to be spectacular, but treacherous in the storm. Spotting lights ahead, I reached Refuge Don Barbera where several riders were hunkered down.

Warm food, shelter, and stories by the log burner lifted spirits as some considered scratching already.

Checkpoint one required a loop to the Col de la Bonette, the highest paved road in Europe. The weather cleared just in time for sweeping panoramic views and a sunlit snack—flattened croissant, naturally. The descent was thrilling until I hit a boulder square-on, tearing my tire. A quick repair with plugs (and my Alps Divide Opinel knife) and I was rolling again, smiling all the way to the checkpoint.

Day three, halfway at 478km. That night we bivvied at a McDonald’s patio, thanks to some smooth talking in broken French. The next day blurred by until a sunset hike-a-bike over Col de Ayesn and a soaking descent into Briançon, where I joined others hiding out in hotels from the rain.

The following morning began with a mellow ride to Bardonecchia, the start of another major climb—Col Sommeiller, nearly 3,000m high. A rider I’d been leapfrogging, Matt, and I tackled it together through all seasons in one climb. At the top, the views were hidden by clouds and biting wind. The descent was wild, and I accidentally followed the original route— reopened just in time—back to Bardonecchia.

Pushing on, we faced another brutal climb into a storm. As the wind howled and sleet fell, the hike-a-bike to Col de la Roue was intense. My experience helped me stay calm as I navigated rubble-strewn paths in the dark, finally finding safety at an open gîte, shivering and smiling at the madness.

The next morning we aimed for checkpoint two. Rubber gloves, hand warmers, and endless alpine climbs filled the day. At 1am, we arrived at Refuge de la Coire in a blizzard, cold but happy.

With only 250km to go, I was fully in love with the journey.

The sun rose on a winter wonderland. Road diversions helped make up time, then we rejoined the Tour de Mont Blanc route, weaving through hikers. A steep descent into Les Houches cooked my rear brake, forcing a trailside fix—removing the caliper to keep rolling.

Day eight. The final stretch. After a near wipeout with a fading front brake, I rolled into Châtel and climbed past bike park shredders up to the final big ascent. Fuelled by crepes, we were rewarded with a fiery sunset over the mountains. Geneva lights sparkled in the distance.

Thonon-les-Bains came into view. One last forest trail led us to the lakefront where cheers rang out. Nico and Billie were waiting, and I crossed the line with a grin, brevet card stamped, adventure complete.

Only 32 riders finished. I was proud to be one of them. Now, five days to rest—then it’s on to the Lakes Divide. A new journey, with the same spirit: smiles for miles.

A smile opens doors, but a smile and a bike?

Unlocks the world.

Every one has a story. What’s yours?

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Get in touch with Sonder now, tell us your story and start your custom journey. Prices start from £2,599 When we’re not riding, we’re thinking about riding. We obsess over details, geometry, feel, function - anything to make the ride better. And we imagine you do too. That’s why we launched our Custom Titanium Frame service.

We build Ti frames for obsessives like us, obsessives who know exactly what they want building. If it’s bike shaped, we’ll build it.

Award-winning designer Neil Sutton will work with you from concept to creation. From jump bikes and hardtails to tourers and racers, match your bike with your unique riding style.

Something that can seem like a pipedream is actually closer than you think.

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Custom Frames

Why ti?

Rides great. Smooth and zingy like steel but at a fraction of the weight.

It’s tough. Titanium is hard and takes knocks and bumps brilliantly.

Lasts a lifetime. No rust or corrosion means you can ride year-round in all weathers.

Easy to recycle. Most of the energy making a Ti frame is used in refining the ore. So recycling is not just easy, it’s worthwhile.

Self cleaning. Honestly! When sunlight hits wet Ti, water can get between dust and oil so they float and flow apart.

Say goodbye to ongoing tuning and tinkering with high or low limits, B-tension, or a bent derailleur hanger. With internal gearing, negligible drag and being much more durable, the Pinion gearbox just makes sense.

Imagine unrivalled ride dynamics, from fast shifting through the grip shifter and equal jumps between gears with a super wide gear ratio. Being able to change gear when stationary is particularly useful when fully loaded or for quick getaways!

Every one has a story. What’s yours?

PINION Prices start from £4,249

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DIAL

Short travel race ready 29er trail bike Dial is a short-travel hardtail for fast, rough terrain.

Made for big gravel days, rooty XC trails, and long events like the Dirty Reiver. It blends efficiency and confidence, giving you speed without punishment.

Precise. Capable. Ready to race sunrise to sunset.

“The Dial is light, fast and capable on technical ground. I see at as a mountain bikers gravel bike. Perfect for the Dirty Reiver and big all-day rides.”

— Neil Sutton

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A race-tuned shorter travel trail bike.

Looking for a more confident gravel bike or a livelier trail bike? The Dial hits the sweet spot. Chase your own best times over your favourite trails or find pedal power you didn’t know you had on race days! With its lightweight 6066 aluminium tubeset and 100mm travel up front, the Dial gives maximum pedalling efficiency. Perfect for your next 200km Dirty Reiver or competitive racing. If aggro-gravel is a thing, then this is it.

Details • Steep head angle and seat-tube optimise climbing performance and pedalling efficiency • High quality 6066 aluminium alloy reduces weight without compromising frame strength • Designed around Boost 148 rear spacing with a 12mm bolt-through axle

Jaffa

• Clearance for up to 2.4” tyres

Grey

• Internally routed cables

Builds Framesets from £499 Full builds from £1,199

Every one has a story. story.What’s What’syours? yours?

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CAMINO

Multi award-winning gravel bike There’s a reason Camino is the current “Gravel Bike of The Year” and “Overall Bike of the Year” in Cycling Weekly. The Camino is designed for versatility, excelling on both gravel paths and technical singletrack. Its stable geometry and wide tyre clearance offer confidence and comfort, making it ideal for riders seeking adventure across varied terrains.

“Camino is the bike that started our adventure spirit. It’s for riders who want to explore the in-between — as road becomes gravel becomes mountain, just ride. It’s calm in the chaos, and capable when the trail becomes loose.”

— Neil Sutton

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Join hundreds of other Camino owners on the Sonder owners Facebook group

Loose and varied, hike-a-bike moments (that feel like hours!), steady ups and rolling downs, heart in throat, a little skid, a save, oh the buzz! Finish with a pizza, a drink with friends, a laugh about the day. Curious if gravel adventure is your kind of adventure? Join Jenny on the award winning Camino to find out.

Details • 6061 aluminium or aeronautical grade titanium • Long wheelbase and 69° head angle make for a stable and confident ride • One piece carbon monocoque fork with cage mounts

Raw Ti

• Mud guard, pannier rack and expedition mounts • 700 x 50mm or 650b x 2.2” tyre clearance • 12mm bolt-thru axles • Internal cable routing

Builds

Mint Jet Black Ruby

Framesets from £649 steel / £1,999 titanium Full builds from £1,199 steel / £2,699 titanium

Every one has a story. What’s yours?

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EL CAMINO Electric gravel bike “El Camino is about freedom. It gives riders the confidence to go further, to explore longer routes without worrying about the last climb. It’s everything we love about gravel — with a little more wind in your sails.”

— Neil Sutton

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El Camino is an electric assist gravel bike for big days and light packs.

It takes the edge off long climbs and lets you go further with less fatigue.

Ideal for bikepacking light, riding all day, then rolling into the pub looking mildly presentable. Power + adventure + comfort. Miles more fun.

Summer days are long days and with the solstice come and gone, the sun is lingering on. Fill your days with epic rides- the sort that start at first light and meander on till dusk. From tunneling through the Monsal trail to soaring up Stanage Edge. Stop for a bite and a coffee (or two), before discovering local trails and hidden gems. Make a day of it, make an everyday adventure of it.

The El Camino will keep you out there.

Details • Lightweight – only 3kg more than the non-electric Camino • Same progressive geometry as our award-winning Camino • 250Wh battery housed in the downtube and a 250W rear hub motor give 45Nm of driving force and a real-life range of up to 70km of assisted riding • One piece carbon monocoque fork with mudguard & cage mounts • Rear mud guard and pannier rack mounts • Ride tyres up to 50mm • Internal cable routing

Jaffa Slate Aqua

Builds Full builds from £2,699

Every one has a story. What’s yours?

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Golden Eagles and Glenfinnan tea stops: The Art of Getting Lost (and Found) Words and Photos by Jenny Graham

Jenny Graham heads west to stitch together bogs, boujee basecamps, and breathtaking backroads. From hike-a-bike epics to sunset ales, this is adventure with just the right splash of comfort.

“Yeah, I’m pretty sure this route goes.” A bold claim, equal parts optimism and intrigue. When it comes to my route choices, “goes” often means squinting at a map, imagining the space that hasn’t yet been filled in. Stitching together forgotten tracks and unseen paths to undoubtedly uncovering a hidden gem.

A romantic notion until you’re bogtrotting up a hillside, bikes on backs, cheering whenever a deer-trodden trail reappears, only for it to vanish moments later.

My pal Pen was new to gravel riding, and I worried our heather-hauling antics might put her off. But as we clambered through the hillside, chatting about the magnetic pull of the untrodden, I saw the same spark in her eyes. Topping out onto freshly laid logging tracks, feeling smug that despite the hour-long hike-a-bike, it sort of ‘went’—if you squinted.

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This spirit of exploration brought us west to Lochaber for three days of “boujee gravel riding,” anchored by a stay at ROAM WEST, just south of Fort William. It was the perfect late-October basecamp: rain hammering the windows, a roaring fire in the bar, and a drying room saving our sodden gear—proof we’d nailed the balance between wild adventure and just enough comfort. The first two days mixed meandering gravel trails with hike-abike detours around Ben Nevis and Ballachulish, but the third day was all about the ride: 100km of pure pedaling goodness.

We kicked off with a short CalMac ferry ride from Corran to the Ardnamurchan Peninsula, a crossing that drovers herding cattle centuries ago would’ve faced with far less ease. For us, it was five breezy minutes, with a challenge to ride until the last ferry home framing the day.

The first 20km sped by on a quiet main road to Strontian, where traces of an old parallel road hinted at past travelers. The real magic began with the climb to Polloch. Steep and steady, the 6km ascent delivered breathtaking views: shifting clouds dramatised glens, and the peak of Beinn Resipol towering through. Topping out at 350m, we plunged down the twisting road through woods draped in moss, bursting with the rich, layered hues of autumn. Glimpses of Loch Doilet glittering far below, until we rolled into Polloch, a charming hamlet of old forestry houses.

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Then came the ride’s crown jewel: a traverse along Loch Shiel. The gravel trail wound endlessly, hugging the contours of the loch’s banks. Flanked by towering cliffs whose raw faces contrasted with the calm waters below. We paused to watch a golden eagle soaring above—less impressed by us than we were by it. We didn’t see another soul until we reached Glenfinnan., where the solitude gave way to tourist buzz. The car park was alive with visitors snapping photos of the famous Harry Potter bridge, the Glenfinnan Viaduct. Among the chaos, we found a reward for our efforts: free hot drinks for those arriving by bike or foot. Yes, please!

A brief stint on a busier road gave way to quieter lanes along the side of Loch Eil where a flock of gulls kept pace with us. We imagined it was Fridaynight excitement for kebabs in Fort William.

The final stretch dazzled us with a pink sunset over Ben Nevis, a perfect backdrop to the last flat miles toward the ferry port. Just as fairy lights twinkled in the distance, we came across the Ardgour Ales pop-up bar and brewery. Friday night pizzas around a campfire with locals? Absolutely! We ate, sipped local beer, and soaked in the laughter and warmth before catching the last ferry home. The perfect ending to three days of west coast adventures.

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How to buy 28 Day Ride Guarantee If for any reason you don’t love your Sonder bike or Sonder wheels you can send them back for a no-quibble refund within 28 days.

Accident replacement Scheme Our accident replacement scheme was created to soften the blow of accidental damage to your beloved Sonder products. If a product is beyond repair we will offer you a discount on a new replacement.

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Ride now, pay later. What are the finance options and how do they work?

Buying a bike or kitting yourself out for an epic adventure can be a big purchase. We offer a number of payment and finance options to help spread the cost and help you Go Nice Places, Do Good Things sooner.

We offer finance options through V12 Retail Finance which let you choose to repay in monthly instalments up to 36 months (14.9% APR) on eligible purchases.

You can also choose to pay using a government Cycle to Work Scheme.

Your employer buys the bike and equipment and then leases it to you through an interest-free salary sacrifice scheme.

RENT. RIDE. RETURN. (REPEAT) If you’re planning a bike ride and looking to hire a bike, renting one of our demo bikes is a great way to try before you buy. You can rent a bike for a day, a weekend, or a week, and get your rental fee back if you choose to buy a bike. Prices start from £49 a day and include our range of gravel, road, hardtail, and full suspension mountain bikes.

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SEDONA

Titanium gravel race bike

Sedona is gravel, evolved. It’s fast, modern, and built to race. Light enough to hammer big climbs, confident enough to dive into corners. This is the bike for riders chasing podiums, chasing daylight, or just chasing that feeling of fast. Clean lines, sharp handling, zero wasted effort. Sedona is what happens when you take the fun of gravel and add focus.

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“Sedona came from a love of fast gravel — but also from knowing that speed should feel smooth. It’s sharp, sure-footed, and clean. No distractions. Just you, the bike, and the next corner.”

— Neil Sutton

From ‘Battle on the Gravel’ to ‘Gralloch’, take on the trickiest of trails with daring speed on the Sedona. Aggressive riding, clean lines and slick fit outs. Don’t believe us? Take it for a test ride from one of our stores.

Details • Hydroformed downtube adds stiffness for a sharper, more aggressive ride • High end aeronautical titanium • 71.5 degree head angle and 74 degree seat tube angle, shorter stack and 420mm chainstays • 3 bottle cage mounts and give multiple carrying options • 3 accessory mounts (1 x 65mm frame, 2 x 54/130mm fork) • ​Clearance for up to 700c x 45mm tyres • ​Internal routing for clean lines

Raw Ti

Builds Framesets from £2,199 Full builds from £2,949

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SANTIAGO Reynolds Steel tourer

Santiago is timeless. It fuses old-school bike charm and modern geometry with 100% recycled Reynolds steel tubing. A tourer that feels calm under load and comfortable for the long haul. From trans-continental journeys to after-work wanders, Santiago blends classic charm with modern control.

It’s the bike you load with your life and trust for the next thousand miles. Stable, simple, soulful.

“Santiago is for riders who dream big. It’s a bike that doesn’t rush you — it just quietly keeps going, no matter how far you’ve got left. It’s built for those days where the journey becomes the destination.”

— Neil Sutton

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I rode round the last cobbled switchback, summit in sight.

Glance to the right, that view! Part Belgian berg, part Alpine col the way over Vrisic pass, Slovenias highest paved road, would lead me down to my campsite in the Soca valley below. No room at the inn? Nice to know everything I need is attached to my bike.

As solid as a rock and as dependable as your nan, if you want to ride around the world, you’d want to be on a Santiago.

Details • Traditional bike, contemporary geometry • Reynolds 631 steel tubing • Longer wheelbase and higher stack height for a more comfortable riding position and assured ride • Clearance for up to 650b x 47 mm or 700c x 37 mm tyres • Full rack and guard mountains, 3 sets of bottle cage bosses and extra cage mounts on the fork • 100 mm front, 142 mm rear bolt-through dropouts

Grape Olive Grey

Builds Framesets from £999 Full builds from £1,249

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Jenny Graham

Harvey Rollason

SONDER RIDERS

Starting off in Cross Country, Harvey has found a ‘home’ in Enduro, and has carved his way to the top, securing the overall win at the British National Enduro Series two years on the bounce. We can’t wait to see what the next season holds.

Coffee connoisseur and one of the fastest women to cycle around the world unsupported, Jenny Graham has been riding Sonder since 2023. Deeply rooted in her community in Scottish Highlands, which she says is the best playground in the world, Jenny is always up for adventure, especially if it involves two wheels.

It’s a heartfelt privilege and joy to work with our select gang of Sonder Riders.

As well as being friends, they help us with product design by pushing our bikes, components and cycle clothing to their limit. And they inspire us all with their daring deeds, trail tales and fresh experience of living life outdoors. So here’s to our Sonder Riders and their stories.

Lucy Allan Mountain bike guide and Enduro racer, you’ll find Lucy guiding in the South Lake District or she’s off shredding any trails she can get her wheels on.

A lover of all cycling disciplines, Lucy first started racing in Cross-Country MTB, competing at a national level for many years. Now, she’s transitioned over to the enduro scene, finding the thrill of gravity, trailhead socials and having good times on the fells with friends.

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British Enduro Champion, mullet connoisseur and trail whisperer, Harvey is a true go-getter and trail shredder. You’ll usually find him out training on the local, racking up the laps at the Wrekin, or pushing the Evol to its limits on the British Enduro Series.

Alastair Humphreys Alastair’s a British adventurer, author and blogger. He spent over 4 years cycling round the world, a journey of 46,000 miles through 60 countries and 5 continents. Alastair doesn’t shy away from adventure; as well as his adventures on two-wheels, he’s also walked across Southern India, rowed the Atlantic Ocean, and trekked 1,000 miles across the empty Quarter desert to name a few. More recently, Alaistair pioneers adventures close to home and the concept of ‘microadventures’. It’s no wonder he was voted one of National Geographic’s Adventurers of the Year.

Emma Pooley Holding 10 Olympic and Commonwealth medals, Emma is one of GB’s most respected and successful cyclists.

Now riding purely for fun and always up for a personal challenge, you can find Emma tackling ultra-distance bikepacking events or developing tasty oat recipes.

Neil Cottam Mechanical engineer, mountain biker, outdoorist, campervanner and restorer of retro bicycles.

In recent seasons Neil’s focus has been directed towards Enduro Racing, mainly in Wales and Scotland, with a couple of epics in Madeira and New Zealand, trying to improve on his solid mid-pack mediocrity.

Neil’s also spending considerable time (and money) at UK bike parks in a vain effort to improve his jumping technique.

Pete McNeil Mountain Bike guide, adventurer, endurance racer, expedition leader and dad, Pete has worked as a guide in the UK, Spain, Nepal and New Zealand.

Since being inspired to get out on his own adventures at the age of 12, he has embarked on countless ambitious personal challenges and expeditions, including both the HT550 and Silk Road Mountain Race... Not forgetting a two year cycling honeymoon riding from the UK to New Zealand!

Pete now lives with his family in the Scottish Highlands.

Travis Bramley Travis Bramley is a gravel and road rider from Plymouth who represented GB in the first two Elite UCI Gravel World Championships. Currently working as Exeter City Football Club’s sustainability officer, while studying for his MSc in Global Sustainability Solutions at the University of Exeter, sustainability is at the core of Travis’ values.

Loyal to his West Country roots, Travis is organising over a dozen grassroots cycling events in Devon this year and is heavily involved in the local cycling community to get more people on bikes to Go Nice Places & Do Good Things!

Saorise Pottie Continental crosser, wildlife lover and gravel bike whisperer, Saoirse is an Irish lass that loves to explore new trails in new places. If she’s not out riding a gravel track somewhere in the UK, then she’s probably riding a different track somewhere else in the world.

Her most recent ventures saw her ride across Africa covering over 7000km, and now she’s exploring what gravel South America has to offer.

Stu Taylor Seasoned self-supported endurance rider on the bikepacking circuit, Stu’s completed most of the epic gruelling events such as the Silk Road and Atlas Mountain races, the Highland Trail, French and Italy Divide to name a few, and last summer completed the Alps Divide.

Locally and socially Stu can be found roaming the local fells for a cheeky night under the stars, hike-a-biking and running in the mountains chasing that amazing sunset.

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COLIBRI

Endurance road bike

Colibri is light, fast, and made for the long haul.

Designed for endurance road rides, it’s a bike that eats miles and loves a challenge. From TCR-style epics to solo coastlines and fast commutes, it’s smooth, efficient, and tough. It might be featherweight, but it’s no fragile thing. Built for speed. Born for the road.

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“Colibri is light, yes — but it’s also grounded. It’s the bike you take when you want to go long, when the tarmac stretches out and you want to see what’s beyond the horizon. It’s built to keep you flying.”

— Neil Sutton

An ode to the Colibri from Grace‘The thing about the Colibri is it’s always ready. There’s no faffing about tightening various screws or wondering what that rattle is–the Colibri is raring to go. Owning a bike as reliable and as capable as this is truly a pleasure. I don’t need to consider whether she can handle the rough roads of the Peak District–she can–or whether I’ll get a personal record up that climb–I probably will. The Colibri is everything you want in a bike.’

Details • Fast, smooth endurance road geometry • Frame available in 6061 aluminium or aeronautical grade titanium • One piece carbon monocoque fork with mudguard & cage mounts • Rear mud guard and pannier rack mounts • Ride tyres up to 36mm, or 32mm+ • Tapered steerer and headtube gives more precise cornering • Internal cable routing

Builds

Raw Ti Teal Smoke

Framesets from £549 steel / £1,899 titanium Full builds from £1,149 steel / £2,649 titanium

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“Months of trial, error, and riding have delivered Prima, a competition race bike that delivers swift responsiveness and top-tier speed.”

— Neil Sutton

PRIMA

Super fast, super stiff race road bike Prima is the Sunday best. Premium alloy frame, dialled geometry, and the latest top-tier components.

It’s light, stiff, and built for club rides, big climbs, and ticking off iconic routes. Whether you’re chasing Strava segments or sipping coffee after a century, Prima brings world-class performance to every ride.

Turning heads in the peloton is a sure thing with the race-ready Prima. New Sonder Rider Travis made the switch and has left riders in the dust as he races his way across Exeter and beyond. A flash of red, a spin of the wheels, and a rustle in the air is all you’ll take in before he’s gone with the wind.

Details • Steep 73.5 head angle and low stack height coupled with short 410mm chainstay length for an aggressive riding position • 7046 alloy – as strong, stiff and light as carbon frames • SRAM Universal Derailleur Hanger • ​Clearance for up to 700c x 32mm tyres • ​Internal routing for clean lines

Blue Red

Builds Framesets from £849 Full builds from £1,449

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Routes from each of our UK stores:

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37.7mi

3,125ft

3,125ft

Inverness: A round of highland grit exploring Glen Nessie.

Setting off from Alpkit Inverness, you’ll head for the Great Glen Way through the hidden gem of the Abriachan area to Drumnadrochit. Pop into the Abriachan Eco cafe for coffee and cake and try your bike skills on the obstacles in the Abriachan trails next to the Abriachan native wood (a great spot for a family day out). As you head back, you’ll find some lovely viewpoints of Inverness, making a perfect spot to capture one of many strava photos on route. Visit the Uilebheist Distillery and cafe for a dram or coffee near the end of the trail. Finishing at Alpkit Inverness, and Red Point cafe in the Ledge Climbing Wall for a spot of in-store browsing with a brew.

A fresh set of meticulously planned gravel loops, starting and finishing from each of our stores; nestled in the heart of the UK’s wild places.

Get the benefit of local knowledge with gravel routes planned by each of our store teams to showcase the best gravel riding in the area. Take in some of their recommended viewpoints, cafes and landmarks on your way and arrive back at the store to a hero’s welcome!

Ready to take on one of the Rounds? Download the GPX file or follow the route on Komoot. Pop into the store for a cuppa after completing the round and receive your exclusive Sonder Gravel Rounds heat patch to display with pride.

So, are you in? Let’s ride!

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4:43

40.6mi

1,725ft

1,725ft

Edinburgh: Setting off from Alpkit Edinburgh, you’ll be heading for Pencaitland (aka Head of the Woodland) to explore one of the oldest inhabited places in East Lothian.

Here, Saltoun Forest awaits, a place where wizards once met the devil, so don’t hang around for too long. The route then takes you on a cultural loop of the neighbouring area, taking in Winton Estate and Fa’side Castle, finishing off at Arthur’s Seat for those compulsory bike photos!

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7:59

62.5mi

3,750ft

3,750ft

Metrocentre: A ride of two halves with a little bit of

everything thrown in. Setting off from Alpkit Metrocentre, you’ll head towards the Pennines along Derwent walk.

You’ll pass by Derwent Resevoir and onto some primo gravel in Slaley Forest, taking you through to Blanchland for your first fuel spot of the day. You’ll find some great pubs and café’s here. Take a moment to dip your feet in the river before climbing up Edmondbuyers Common to Waskerley Way, which is part of the off road C2C route (another one to add to the bucket list). Not far after you’ll find yourself at Nana B’s café, before descending back down into town to finish back off at Alpkit Metrocentre. There’s a rich mining history in these parts of the North East so keep an eye out on route for contemporary art pieces paying homage to the industrial age.

Try the routes for yourself, scan QR to download gpx files.

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3,600ft

3,600ft

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6:29

42.7mi

4,875ft

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Keswick: Venture into the remote Northern Fells around

Hathersage: Enjoy the Peak District’s hills, trails and gritstone edges that surround the Hope Valley. Setting off from Alpkit Hathersage, you’ll hit some iconic peaks and climbs, including Shatton Moor, Mam Tor and Stanage Pole.

There’s plenty of Café’s along the way, From Coleman’s Deli next door to get you started to Penny Pot Café for that well deserved tea and cake. If you fancy a swim, take a quick plunge in Redmires reservoir before heading back to the shop.

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Betws-y-Coed: Discover one of the unsung treasures that

Skiddaw. After a gentle start from Alpkit Keswick along the old railway to Threlkeld, you’ll head up the Glenderaterra Beck right into the heart of the fells. Stop for some refreshment in Hesket Newmarket before continuing on lovely back roads with views over the Solway Firth and distant Scottish mountains. The route finishes with some gnarly ‘Lake District gravel’ and a steep descent into town where you’ll find some hearty pub grub to finish off a great day out in the hills.

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38.9mi

3,250ft

3,275ft

Ambleside: Find faraway nearby along the lakes lanes and lonnins. Setting off from Alpkit Ambleside, you’ll head out towards Rydal water, where you’ll find your first swim spot of the day (that’s right, it’s not just a two-wheel adventure). Not long after you’ll find yourself on some gorgeous primo gravel in the Langdale valley, making the perfect spot for some photos of your much-loved steed. Take a quick pit stop at Elterwater for coffee and cake to set you up for your first big climb up towards Grizedale Forest. Sweep through the trees and crunch along the fire roads to bring you back down to Windemere to bag your second swim of the ride. Further down the trail you’ll see Wray Castle, where you can find Joey’s café. It’s a slight detour off route but worth it for the cake! Weave down the last few sections of gravel and you’re back in Ambleside, finishing off the day with some hearty food in town!

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6:59

50.2mi

4,875ft

4,875ft

Ilkley: Setting off from Alpkit Ilkley you’ll be crossing the

four moorlands which surround Wharfedale: Denton Moor, Pockstones Moor, Barden Moor and Ilkley Moor. From the highest points you’ll enjoy views out to the peaks of the Yorkshire Dales. Once in the valley will enjoy the quiet lanes, fast-rolling gravel and beautiful vistas of the River Wharfe, which you will cross four times. A word of warning, this is Yorkshire and there’s a couple of steep climbs!

3:53

23.9mi

2,425ft

2,450ft

surround Betws-y-Coed: the Celtic Rainforests. Setting off from Alpkit Betws-y-Coed, you’ll navigate through the wealth of nature, finding rare plants along the way. With plenty of lake and mountain views, you’ll be spoilt for choice on those mid-ride snack spots. Before heading out, stock up at Popty Taderwen in town for some baked goods and then when you’re back, treat yourself to a pizza down the road at Hangin’ Pizzeria.

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5:13

41.3mi

1,975ft

1,975ft

Bristol: A round exploring local grit, forest trails and

forgotten ways that surround and neighbour Bristol.

Setting off from Alpkit Bristol, you’ll head out across the Clifton Suspension bridge into Ashton Court Park, look left for panoramic views over Bristol and Dundry Hill.

After dropping into the Land Yeo Valley, you’ll then head up Wild Country lane and up a sharp climb onto the top of Bourton Combe where you’ll find some old ruins and more great views. You’ll follow old Roman roads through the King’s Wood before a view of the broad flank of Beacon Batch, tallest point in the Mendips, before descending into Wrington. The latter half is a spin through the North Somerset levels, keep an eye out for Tyntesfield and Barrow Court nestled among the trees on opposite sides of the valley before the climb back into Ashton Court.

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38.7mi

1,250ft

1,250ft

Kingston: Discover the hidden gems of Southwest London

on our exhilarating 38.9-mile gravel cycling route! Starting at the Alpkit Kingston store, this trail winds through town, scenic parks and lush woodlands, extends down to the breathtaking Surrey Hills National Landscape, and loops back up for some coffee and snacks at your local Alpkit store. Suitable for all skill levels, it promises thrilling gravel sections and stunning views so join us for a social ride that blends city scapes with natural beauty.

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Expert design, obsessive build.

Test to the limits. Repeat as necessary. Every Sonder bike is designed and built to order by us here in the UK. We design the frame, build the protos and test everything on the trails until every detail is dialled in.

Designed and built by riders, for riders – we’re as obsessed by the details as you are.

All our wheels are built in the same workshop as our our exact spec. That way we know the wheels perfectly match the ride characteristic of our frames and the conditions our customers will ride in.

Choosing a new bike has to be one of the most exciting things we get to do, ever. Use our bike builder or speak to one of the team to tell us exactly how you want your Sonder.

Anything is possible.

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