Ritchey Outback Steel Frameset Medium
- Size: Medium
- Item Weight: 27 pounds
- Color: Aurora
- Wheel Size: 27.6 inches
Last refreshed Jun 21, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
The same capable steel gravel frameset as the Winter Sage version, offered here in Aurora with drivetrain flexibility for 1X or 2X builds.
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ASIN: B0F4TFYDD6Category: Road Bike Frames
Overview
This listing is the Ritchey Outback steel frameset in the Aurora colorway, medium size, pairing the same heat-treated triple-butted Ritchey Logic tubing with the Carbon Adventure Fork as the rest of the Outback line. It's sold as frame and fork only, built for a rider assembling a gravel or bikepacking bike from parts.
Aurora is one of two colorways Ritchey offers on this frame alongside Winter Sage, and the line runs up to an XXL size for taller riders, though this particular listing is medium. The frame accepts either a 1X or 2X drivetrain, so the buyer isn't locked into a single gearing setup when specifying components. Internal routing again covers a dropper post and dynamo lighting for riders planning a touring or bikepacking build.
- Aurora colorway, medium frame, triple-butted steel tubing
- Ritchey Carbon Adventure Fork with rack and fender mounts
- Compatible with 1X or 2X drivetrain configurations
- Internal routing for dropper post and dynamo lighting
Who it's for
Suits a rider or shop building a custom gravel or adventure bike who wants a specific colorway and drivetrain flexibility. Not for someone who wants a complete, rideable bike without sourcing a groupset and wheels separately.
Pros and cons
- Compatible with 1X or 2X drivetrain setups
- Rack and fender mounts on frame and fork for touring
- 700c/650b wheel compatibility with wide tire clearance
- Available in sizes up through XXL across the line
- Frame and fork only, groupset and wheels sold separately
- Requires assembly knowledge or a shop build
- No rating or review data available yet
Performance notes
The steel tubing and carbon fork combination is designed to balance ride comfort with the stiffness needed for loaded gravel and touring rides. Rack and fender mounts on both frame and fork let the bike carry gear for multi-day trips, and compatibility with either a 1X or 2X drivetrain leaves gearing choice to the builder rather than fixing it at the frame level.
Specifications
| Brand | Ritchey |
|---|---|
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Size | Medium |
| Item Weight | 27 pounds |
| Wheel Size | 27.6 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Number Of Speeds | 1 |
| Age Range Description | Adult |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Power Source | Battery |
| Construction & materials | |
| Color | Aurora |
| Frame Material Type | Alloy Steel |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | All-Road Frame |
| Other details | |
| Bike Type | Road Bike |
| Suspension Type | Dual |
| Is Assembly Required | No |
| Additional Features | Portable |
| Model Year | 2000 |
| Specific Uses For Product | All-Road Frame |
| Style Name | All-Road Frame |
Frequently asked questions
What's the difference between this and the Winter Sage Ritchey Outback?
They share the same frame and fork specs; this listing is the Aurora colorway in a medium size.
Does the Outback frame work with a 1X drivetrain?
Yes, the frame is built to accept either a 1X or 2X drivetrain configuration.
What sizes is the Ritchey Outback available in?
The line runs up through XXL, though this specific listing is a medium frame.