Boardman ADV 8.8

The Boardman ADV 8.8 is built for adventure, featuring a smooth welded 6061 alloy frame with butted tube profiles and a carbon fork for improved ride quality. Equipped with the microSHIFT Sword 1x10-speed groupset and Tektro mechanical disc brakes, this bike offers reliable performance on varied terrains. Goodyear 40mm Connector tyres ensure grip and speed, making the ADV 8.8 perfect for gravel riding and off-road exploration.Boardman ADV Range ReviewKey Features:Frame: Adventure, 6061 butted alloy, lightweight and durableFront Fork: Rigid, full carbon for improved ride qualityDrivetrain: microSHIFT Sword, 1x10-speed, reliable and easy to maintainBrakes: Tektro MD-C511, mechanical disc brakesWheels: Alloy, double wall, tubeless compatibleTyres: Goodyear Connector, 700x40mm, versatile tread patternOther Standout Feature: Flared alloy handlebars for optimal controlFinance Option: Available with 0% APR financeThe ADV range is a truly adaptable proposition. A smooth welded 6061 alloy frame with butted tube profiles sits at the core of the ADV 8.8 adventure bike. To complement its clean aesthetic, the frame's thinned tubes and carbon fork work together to reduce weight and improve ride quality.The ADV 8.8 takes advantage of microSHIFT's dedicated adventure Sword groupset. Ergonomically designed to meet the needs of modern gravel and adventure riders, Sword is a no-nonsense mechanical groupset with wide gearing ratios and design touches that make it simple to maintain, easy to live with, and a joy to use.The Boardman ADV 8.8 comes equipped with Goodyear 40mm gravel-specific Connector tyres, universally recognised for their exceptional performance and durability. The Connector has a versatile tread pattern featuring tightly spaced centre knobs combined with aggressive side knobs. This combination offers the perfect balance of grip and speed, especially in loose conditions, making it the ideal choice for adventure and gravel riding.Flared alloy handlebars allow for optimal ergonomic hand position on the hoods, more control while in the drops, and facilitate more frontal space to carry additional luggage. Comfort is key whether you're rolling over pot-holed lanes or heading off the beaten track. A wider rear section and pressure relief channel have the right balance of comfort and firmness for an effective pedalling platform.