OPEN WIDE SRAM Rival / S500 AXS *Contender Custom*

The OPEN WIDE SRAM Rival / S500 AXS Contender Custom Build is a versatile gravel bike designed to handle everything from fast mixed-surface rides to extended backcountry adventures. Built around OPEN's lightweight WIDE carbon frame, this custom configuration combines generous tire clearance, stable handling, and a carefully selected component package to deliver a capable and comfortable ride across a wide range of terrain. Its thoughtful build balances efficiency and durability, making it equally suited to gravel exploration, bikepacking, and everyday riding.

At the heart of the build is the OPEN WIDE carbon frame, designed around modern gravel geometry and clearance for larger tires. Its combination of stability and responsive handling provides confidence on loose gravel, rough roads, and technical sections without sacrificing the lively ride quality expected from a performance-oriented gravel bike. The frame's versatile platform also allows riders to tailor wheel and tire configurations to their preferred terrain, making it an excellent foundation for a custom all-road setup.

The drivetrain pairs SRAM Rival AXS electronic shifting with the S500 AXS configuration, delivering precise, wireless gear changes and a clean cockpit. Depending on the individual build, the wide-range cassette provides a 10-52T gear range, offering plenty of climbing capability for steep gravel roads and demanding backcountry routes. This gearing versatility makes the bike well suited to riders who want to cover significant elevation without sacrificing efficient gearing on faster sections.

Rolling on the HED EMPORIA wheels, this build is designed to provide dependable performance across varied surfaces. Schwalbe G-One R Pro tires complement the wheelset with a fast-rolling tread profile and dependable grip, helping maintain speed on smoother gravel while providing traction when conditions become more unpredictable.

As a Contender Custom build, individual components may vary slightly between available configurations. Saddle options include Fabric Scoop and Selle Italia models, depending on the specific bike. These variations allow for a carefully curated package while maintaining the performance and versatility that define the OPEN WIDE platform.

Whether tackling long gravel routes, exploring remote roads, or building fitness on mixed terrain, the OPEN WIDE SRAM Rival / S500 AXS Contender Custom Build delivers an adaptable combination of lightweight construction, electronic shifting, and all-road capability.

Key Features

• Frame - OPEN WIDE Carbon
• Drivetrain - SRAM Rival AXS / S500 AXS
  
• Wheelset - OPEN EMPORIA Wheel Kit with HED Rims and Schwalbe G-One R Pro Tires