The BMC Alpenchallenge blends style and functionality with Swiss road bike designs to bring you a dynamic commuter bike. Taking the principles from some of the best BMC road bikes, the Alpenchallenge is a great at climbing and descending yet still has that great comfort geometry for cruising around town. The aluminium frame offers compliance and an aero design unrivalled by any flatbar road bike, with a responsive race like feel. While the fork gives you excellent handling and control on every single ride, as well as the simple and clean aesthetics.

The BMC Alpenchallenge really comes into its own with it unique Gates belt drive system which is incredibly low maintenance and durable, taking the hassle and risk of mechanical fault out of your life. The 8-speed Shimano Alfine drivetrain offers a reliable range of gears for climbing on your commute, with smooth and comfortable shifting on every ride. You’ll get plenty of speed up on the DT Swiss R522D Wheels with Shimano hubs for a speedy and enjoyable ride when you’re in a hurry. It is nicely finished off by the hidden quick-mount fender eyelets, internal cable routing and post-mount disc brakes keep the form-to-function ratio at a maximum.

This bike really is the gold standard of flatbar road bikes, bringing award-winning Swiss road bike designs and concepts to a comfortable and reliable commuter bike. The BMC Alpenchallenge really does set itself apart with the Gates belt drive system minimising maintenance and maximising time on the bike. This simple and stunning look, as well as the reliably versatile design makes this the bike for fun, fitness and everything in between.

Features

Fast Frame Designs: Style and design borrowed from our aero family, compliance adopted from our endurance models, and the geometry and responsiveness of a road racing bike, the Alpenchallenge is one seriously versatile bike.

Great Handling Fork: The Alpenchallenge carbon fork brings a comfortable ride, clean aesthetics, and brilliant steering.

Fender and Kickstand Mounts: Functional adaptability for an active urban lifestyle. 

Low Maintenance Drivetrain: The Gates belt drive system looks amazing and is incredibly low maintenance.

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