Basso updates Palta gravel bike with bigger tyres and down-tube storage

Basso has launched the Palta III gravel bike with more tyre clearance, updated geometry, more aerodynamically shaped tubes and new down-tube storage. The carbon frame now fits up to 52mm front and 50mm rear tyres, and adds an internal storage compartment with a carbon hatch and magnetic closure system by Fidlock. Considering the "all-rounder" premise, the Palta III has top-tube bosses, three bottle positions in the main triangle and two under the down tube, but there are no fork cargo mounts or rack mounts. Prices start at £3,999/US$5,995 with GRX 820 1x12, rising to £8,499/US$10,995 with SRAM Red XPLR AXS. Basso says the Palta is made in Italy and is offered with custom build options, plus bolt-on Apidura bags designed specifically for the frame.