Boardman ADV 8.6 W 2025 - Gravel Bike
The Boardman ADV 8.6 W blends a lightweight alloy frame, full carbon fork and Shimano Sora 2x9 groupset with tubeless-ready wheels and 40mm Goodyear tyres, making it a comfortable and adaptable choice for mixed-surface riding.
Key Features
- 6061 butted alloy adventure frame with clean welds and hidden mounts
- Full carbon fork with luggage and bottle mounts
- Shimano Sora 2x9 drivetrain with 30/46T chainset
- Tektro MD-C511 mechanical disc brakes, 160mm rotors
- Boardman ADV alloy wheels, tubeless ready
- Goodyear Connector 700x40mm gravel tyres
- Flared handlebars for comfort and control
- Available with 0% APR finance
The Boardman ADV 8.6 W has been designed to deliver versatility and comfort, whether you’re riding on tarmac, bridleways or gravel tracks. Its smooth-welded 6061 alloy frame is lightweight, strong and practical, with thinned tube profiles to improve compliance and ride comfort. The geometry provides an engaging yet stable feel, ideal for long days in the saddle or navigating varied terrain.
A full carbon fork keeps weight low and helps reduce vibration, while additional mounting points allow you to fit bottle cages, bikepacking gear or even a front rack. Combined with hidden mudguard and rear rack mounts, the frame is ready for commuting, touring or adventure setups.
Shimano’s reliable Sora 2x9 groupset provides smooth shifting with an 18-speed range, pairing a compact 30/46T chainset with an 11-34T cassette to balance climbing gears with speed on the flat. Stopping power comes from Tektro MD-C511 mechanical disc brakes with 160mm rotors, offering consistent braking across conditions.
The Boardman ADV wheelset is tubeless compatible and fitted with 40mm Goodyear Connector tyres. These combine fast-rolling performance with a versatile tread pattern, delivering grip and control across road and gravel surfaces. Flared handlebars improve control in the drops and give extra space for handlebar bags, while the women’s-specific ADV saddle is shaped for comfort on longer rides.
With a carefully considered specification, practical mounting points and a confident ride feel, the ADV 8.6 W is an excellent choice for riders who want a bike that adapts easily between weekday commuting, weekend road miles and off-road adventures.
Occasionally, without notice, manufacturers change product design and/or specifications.
| Frame | Adventure, 6061 Butted Alloy |
| Fork | Rigid, Full Carbon |
| Headset | FSA No.42 - ACB, Integrated |
| Stem | Alloy, 70mm, -7 degree rise |
| Bars | Alloy, 400mm(S,M), 420mm(L) 10 degree flare |
| Front Brake | Tektro MD-C511, Mechanical, 160mm Disc Rotor |
| Rear Brake | Tektro MD-C511, Mechanical, 160mm Disc Rotor |
| Brake Lever | SHIMANO SORA ST-R3000 |
| Front Mech | Shimano Sora FD-R3000, Double |
| Rear Mech | Shimano Sora RD-R3000-GS, 9 Speed |
| Shifters | Shimano Sora ST-R3000, 2x9 Speed |
| Speed | 18 |
| Rims | Alloy, double wall, tubeless compatible |
| Front Tyre | Goodyear Connector, 700x40mm, Tube Type |
| Rear Tyre | Goodyear Connector, 700x40mm, Tube Type |
| Seat Post | Alloy, 31.6mmx300mm(S,M) 350mm(L) |
| Saddle | Boardman ADV Womens |
| Chainset | Prowheel, 30/46T, 165mm |
| Bottom Bracket | FSA, square taper, sealed cartridge |
| Chain | KMC Z9, 9 Speed |
| Cassette | Shimano CS-HG400, 9 Speed, 11-34T |
| Pedals | Alloy, cage |
| Weight | 10.6kg |
Boardman ADV 2025 Size Chart
|
Size |
Height (cm) |
Height (inches) |
Inside Leg (cm) |
|
S |
170 – 179 |
5’7 – 5’10 |
74 - 82 |
|
M |
177 – 183 |
5’9 – 6’0 |
78 - 85 |
|
L |
181 – 189 |
5’11 – 6’2 |
82 - 89 |
|
XL |
187 - 195 |
6’1 – 6’5 |
86 - 94 |
What size frame do I need if I am between sizes? - read here
Boardman ADV 2025 Geometry Chart
| Size | S | M | L | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack | 559 | 578 | 599 | 613 |
| Reach | 376 | 385 | 393 | 399 |
| Head Tube Length | 130 | 150 | 170 | 185 |
| Head Tube Angle | 71° | 71° | 71.5° | 71.5° |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 73 | 73 | 73 | 73 |
| Fork Rake/Offset | 50 | 50 | 50 | 50 |
| Chainstay Length | 430 | 430 | 430 | 430 |
| Top Tube Length (horizontal) | 535 | 555 | 575 | 585 |
| Seat Tube Length | 515 | 530 | 555 | 575 |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74° | 73.5° | 73° | 73° |
| Crank Length | 170 | 172.5 | 172.5 | 175 |
| Stem Length | 80 | 80 | 90 | 100 |
| Handlebar Width | 400 | 420 | 420 | 440 |
All measurements are in mm unless otherwise stated.
The above table shows the standard geometry for the bicycle as shipped, other geometry configurations may be available with certain bikes. Please contact us via Live Chat to find out more.
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Boardman ADV 8.6 W 2025 - Gravel Bike
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