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Genesis model year 2014 bikes – first look

Cyclo-cross bikes seem to grow in popularity each winter as more riders discover the joy of breaking up long winter miles on the tarmac with some more enjoyable off-road adventures (witness the growing popularity of the so-called ‘gravel bike’).

The Genesis Fugio 853, frameset, however, looks capable of handling more than the occasional long route home.

Cables on the Genesis Fugio ‘cross bike are rooted on the upper surface of the top tube, presumably to keep them clear of mud

The Reynolds 853 chassis is complemented by a full-carbon fork with a steerer tapering from a 1.5″ lower bearing. Unlike other members of Genesis’ 853 family (immediately notable for the green, black, and yellow paint scheme – a nod to Reynolds), the Fugio has an ‘outboard’, 68mm BSA bottom bracket, rather than an 86mm press-fit unit. Cables are routed externally, along the upper surface of the top tube, to keep them out of the mud.

The Fugio will be sold as a frameset, and will cost £749.99. It will be available in five sizes, from 52cm to 60cm.

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