Fara Gr4 – The Norwegian Gravel All-Rounder

James Ion
Aug 13
2 min read

Words by James Ion - Photography provided by Fara Cycling

We try to be unbiased with our coverage… but sometimes a bike announcement makes us stop mid-scroll. The new Fara Gr4 is one of those. Fara Cycling, based in Oslo, calls it a “category-defying gravel bike” — designed to deliver race-ready speed and long-distance capability in one lightweight package.

Frame & Weight

The Gr4 is built around a high-modulus carbon frame using Torayca T1000 and M40X fibres. Fara says the size M frame weighs just 970g, over 200g lighter than the previous model. They claim a total system weight saving of nearly 500g when factoring in the updated fork, seatpost and cockpit.

Clearance is now up to 2.2” (57mm), allowing for larger volume tyres without compromising mud clearance.

Geometry & Fit

The geometry is pitched as a “balanced” blend of agility, stability and comfort. Shorter chainstays aim to keep the handling responsive, while the overall fit can be tuned for either aggressive racing or ultra-distance riding.

The Modular Cockpit

The most eye-catching change is the new Fara Modular Cockpit. Fara claims it offers improved ergonomics and adaptability over long distances, with backsweep and drop angles designed to align wrists, elbows and shoulders naturally.

Multiple defined hand positions are built in
Flare angles increase across the range (8° on narrow race bars, 12° on the widest adventure option)
Stem lengths are adjustable in 10mm increments without changing hardware
Integrated mounts allow for aerobars or accessories

Practical Features

Fara has kept the bikepacking and race-utility touches from its earlier F/Gravel model, including:

Full frame and fork cargo mounts
Hidden fender mounts
Updated in-frame storage in the downtube
Co-moulded T47 inboard bottom bracket threads
UDH compatibility

Fara’s Positioning

Jeff Webb, Fara’s founder, says: “We didn’t want to force riders to choose between a bike that’s built for racing and one that’s built for exploration. With the Gr4, we created something that excels at both.”

It’s a claim supported by their race pedigree — wins at The Traka and results at events like Badlands, the Atlas Mountain Race and the Transcontinental — but the real test will be how it performs outside the press release.

Pricing: Frameset from €5200 / $5200. Complete builds from €6500 / $6500.

The claimed numbers are impressive — but we’ll need to ride it before we can tell you if they hold up on the road.

Fara Gr4 – Quick Facts

Frame weight (claimed): 970g (size M)
Total system weight saving (claimed): ~500g vs previous model
Carbon layup: Torayca T1000 & M40X fibres
Tyre clearance: 57mm / 2.2”
Geometry: Balanced for race and endurance setups
Key innovation: Modular Cockpit with adjustable widths & stems, multiple flare options, and integrated mounts for aerobars/accessories
Mounts & storage: Frame & fork cargo mounts, hidden fender mounts, improved in-frame storage, UDH compatibility
Bottom bracket: Co-moulded T47 inboard threads
Pricing: €5200 / $5200 frameset, €6500 / $6500 complete builds
Race pedigree: The Traka wins, tested at Badlands, Atlas Mountain Race, and Transcontinental