Co-op Cycles ADV 1.1 Bike
You can tackle mountain passes with a full load on the Co-op Cycles ADV 1.1 road-touring bike. It has an ultra-low gear option, custom front and rear racks, and a smooth-riding chromoly steel frame.
Key Details
- Classic touring frame accommodates front and rear racks (included) and fenders (not included)
- Double-butted chromoly steel frame offers great stability and strength under heavy loads, along with the reliably smooth ride quality that steel is known for
- Dependable Shimano Deore crankset and front derailleur, along with a Shimano Deore LX rear derailleur, make up the 30-speed drivetrain
- Rear derailleur accommodates up to a 36T rear cog for an ultra-low gear option for tackling mountain passes
- Tektro Hylex RS hydraulic disc brakes provide powerful, precise speed control
- WTB STP i23 rims and puncture-resistant Schwalbe Marathon tires have the durability needed to log many miles
- Fork has a cable guide braze-on for easy upgrading to a Dynamo front hub; also includes spoke holders on the drive-side chainstay
- Bicycle weight limit is 300 lbs. total, including rider + all gear carried on the bike and on the rider's body
- Pedals not included
- NOTE: Specs and images are subject to change based on component availability
Imported.
- 1 year of free adjustments (see more below)
- In-store bike assembly
- Pickup in store or curbside
- Bike experts available at 170+ bike shops
- 20% off shop services
- Free tubes with purchase of flat tire repair (Co-op Cycles brand tubes only; tube must be installed at time of purchase)
New bikes go through a normal break-in period, after which they should be readjusted. All bicycles sold at REI include free adjustments for one year after purchase date—as many times as you need. Included: derailleur and brake adjustments, lateral wheel truing, hub and headset bearing adjustments, tire inflation and chain lubrication. Not included: replacement or installation of new components or accessories, any other services. Call your local REI Co-op Bike Shop for more information.
| Best Use | Bike Touring |
|---|---|
| Frame | Double-butted chromoly steel |
| Bike Suspension | No Suspension |
| Fork | Chromoly steel with 15 mm thru axle |
| Crankset | Shimano FC-T551 48/36/26T |
| Bottom Bracket | Shimano Outboard 24 mm |
| Shifters | Microshift bar-end shifters |
| Front Derailleur | Shimano Deore FD-T6000 |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano Deore RD-T6000 |
| Rear Cogs | Shimano HG500, 11-34T, 10-speed |
| Number of Gears | 30 gear(s) |
| Brake Type | Hydraulic Disc Brake |
| Brakes | TRP Hylex RS hydraulic disc |
| Brake Levers | TRP aluminum |
| Rims | WTB STP i23 |
| Front Hub | Shimano Deore HB-M6010 |
| Rear Hub | Shimano Deore FH-M6000 |
| Wheel Size | 700c |
| Tires | Schwalbe Marathon with puncture protection, 700c x 38 mm |
| Tire Width | 38 millimeters |
| Handlebar Shape | Drop Bar |
| Handlebar | Co-op Cycles aluminum |
| Stem | Co-op Cycles aluminum |
| Seat Post | Co-op Cycles aluminum |
| Saddle | WTB Pure V Sport |
| Pedals | Not included |
| Headset | FPD |
| Chain | Shimano CN-HG54 |
| Weight | 30 pounds |
| Bike Weight | Bike weight is based on median size, as sold, or the average of two median sizes. |
| Gender | Unisex |
| Sustainability | From a Climate Label Certified brand |
| S | M | L | XL | XXL | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Height Range | 5'3"-5'6" | 5'6"-5'9" | 5'9"-6' | 6'-6'3" | 6'3"-6'6" |
| Reach | 364.4 | 370.7 | 376.8 | 383.2 | 388.7 |
| Stack | 562 | 571.5 | 599.4 | 643.8 | 670.3 |
| Effective Top Tube | 515 | 540 | 560 | 580 | 600 |
| Seat Tube Center-Top | 440 | 500 | 540 | 580 | 620 |
| Standover Height | 725.7 | 761.9 | 795 | 836.1 | 868.8 |
| Head Tube Angle (degrees) | 70.5 | 70.5 | 71 | 71 | 71 |
| Seat Tube Angle (degrees) | 75 | 73.5 | 73 | 73 | 72.5 |
| Wheelbase | 1044 | 1053.7 | 1059 | 1080.7 | 1095.3 |
| Chainstay | 455 | 455 | 455 | 455 | 455 |
| Fork Offset | 55 | 55 | 50 | 50 | 50 |
Sizing Notes
All measurements are stated in millimeters or degrees unless otherwise indicated.
How we measure bikes
- Standover Height Standover Height is a measurement from the ground to the top of the top tube, measured at the midpoint of the top tube.
- Reach Reach is the horizontal distance from the center of the cranks to the center of the head tube, measured at head tube level.
- Stack Stack is the vertical distance from the center of the cranks to the center of the head tube, measured to the top of the head tube.
- Effective Top Tube Effective top tube is the distance from the center of the head tube to the center of the seat tube/seat post, measured parallel to the ground.
- Seat Tube Center to Top Seat Tube length is the measurement of the seat tube, from the center of the cranks to the top of the seat tube.
- Head Tube Length Head Tube Length is measured from the bottom to the top of the head tube.
- Head Tube Angle Head Tube Angle is the acute angle between the head tube and the ground (measured towards the rear of the bike)
- Seat Tube Angle Seat Tube Angle is the acute angle between the seat tube and the ground (measured towards the rear of the bike).
- Bottom Bracket Height Bottom Bracket Height is a measurement taken vertically from the ground up to the center of the cranks.
- Wheelbase Wheelbase is the measurement from the center of the front axle to the center of the rear axle.
- Chainstay Length Chainstay Length is the measurement from the center of the cranks to the center of the rear axle.
- Fork Offset Fork Offset, or rake, is the distance from the front axle to a line drawn parallel to the center of the head tube or steering axis.
Better gear is built together
From feedback to field testing, all of our gear is dialed-in by REI Co-op members. Their adventures informed every stitch and detail—making for better, longer-lasting gear.
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Excellent Plush and Cushy bike
You'll enjoy this bicycle especially if the just want a general purpose bike to carry items on. Right away I noticed the gel padding under the handlebar wrapping. The lower handlebar brakes are hydraulic, and work well when you have to move the bike around on its hind wheel. The only drawback to the bike is that it doesn't have brake handles on the upper part of the handlebar, kinda like some of the old ten speed racing bikes used to have in the past.
Plush and Cushy bike
This bike is very comfortable to ride, especially with the gel padding under the handlebar wrapping. The hydraulic brakes work well and aid the rider when the bike needs to be brought up on its rear wheel for moving the bike down hallways indoors, but for general cruising I miss having the upper handlebar brake handles in addition to the lower brake handles. The 38C tire width aids in traction and in riding comfort without adding very much road friction or drag.
Unbeatable value for a modern steel classic
I bought this discontinued bike on clearance back in October, and have wanted to take the time to use it fully before reviewing. I'm a bike geek who owns several bicycles and volunteers as a mechanic at the local nonprofit, so I will try to be thorough and fair. I purchased this with the intent of using it for daily commuting as well as long-distance touring. I had built up an early 90s mountain bike with drop bars and bar-end shifters, but quality 26" rims and tires are increasingly hard to find, and the rim brakes weren't cutting it on long, steep, descents fully loaded. I wanted a classic steel bike with disc brakes. Overall, this bike is an unbeatable value. That was ultimately what convinced me to purchase it. It is built to a price point, but even so, the compromises and choices made I can completely live with, and the frame is good enough that I can see myself investing in upgrades over time. I was considering the Kona Sutra from a local independent bike shop, but it was 1.5x the cost, though it came with a slightly different package of components. What I love about the ADV 1.1: ----- Classic double butted steel frame, steel fork Hydraulic TRP disc brakes Braze-ons for racks, fenders, dynamo hub, three bottle cages, pump peg, and spoke holders Racks are includes Bar-end shifters! High quality tires High quality, durable matte paint finish Reflective bits of paint scattered around the frame 3x10 drivetrain with good range, 170mm cranks What I like: ----- Good quality and cushioned bartape Pretty comfortable and reliable saddle Deore hubs, derailleurs Good stack height on size L frame Extra spokes provided Free shop time for service with purchase as a member (used this to install fender) What is meh: ----- Rim quality, with 32 instead of 36 spokes, no eyelets Lower-end crankset with high Q factor Stem is a little clunky but ok What I don't like: ----- Seatpost tolerances are off -- with calipers the seatpost measures 27.1 instead of 27.2. REI kindly replaced the clamp after slipping issues, but the torque needed was too high for my taste. I replaced with a higher quality seatpost myself. Bolts are generally not great quality, which is more important for racks that will experience great torque Front rack seems like not a great design, doesn't seem laterally stable Bizarre axle choices -- 15mm front through-axle with rear quick-release Would have been nice to have: ----- Additional mounting points on fork and triangle for more modern 3-bolt cages Fenders included I have been using the bike for commuting, a few 30-mile rides on pavement, then finally a 3-day 180-mile tour on primarily gravel and mixed surfaces. The WTB saddle was great for commuting, but I upgraded to a Selle Anatomica ahead of the tour for better comfort, which made a big difference. After the first day I was slowly dialing in the fit, but I did come to notice the wide Q factor of the crankset. I am somewhat sensitive in this regard and generally prefer a narrower triple compared to the modern mountain/trekking cranks, and I noticed this. I'm considering upgrading to a crankset with a lower Q. I am 5'9" with a 33" biking inseam, so I was between a M and L frame. I test rode both and went with L. M seemed to fit me better right away, but it put me in a lower position than I wanted for long tours, with the riser stem already at the top of the steerer tube. The L frame is only 6mm longer in reach with almost 2cm taller stack, and I felt this immediately. With the taller headtube, I flipped the stem down to get the handlebars in a more level position with the saddle, and this worked for me. The bike feels pretty decent unloaded, perhaps a bit sluggish but not absurdly so. Weighted, it's very stable and I never felt it sag or wag under load. It handles pretty much the same with or without load. I descended with confidence down twisty 25-30% grades, no wobble, and the hydraulic brakes performed wonderfully even with the weight. This was the main reason I upgraded to a disc-brake bike, so I was very happy. Overall, this purchase was a no-brainer. There are some compromises to be made, but ultimately I suspect these are customizations that would likely be made by an enthusiast over time if they get more into it. For the more casual rider, I doubt they would notice or care about these subtleties. I am very happy to have found a classic steel bike with the modern hydraulic disc setup; it seems these are increasingly rare birds. Thanks, REI, for offering this. I hope whatever replaces this discontinued model will only improve upon its strengths.
A really great bike!
I have approximately 600 miles on this bike since I purchased it, I use it for my daily commuter. I just completed my first overnight on the bike as well. Eighty miles over three days and two nights... not that far but over three passes totaling 5100 vertical! I am a bicycle nerd and this bike is a GREAT bike and a GREAT deal. The parts spec. is spectacular, exactly what you need to execute loaded touring. The bike is comfortable over long miles and never wobbled down long descents, even with a fifty pound load. Addressing concerns I saw in other reviews... I don't feel like I need more gears to climb passes, it climbs great, even loaded. Yes, the wheels are 32 spoke, not 36... the rims, however, are as wide as traditional mtb rims and are very likely as strong as traditional 36 spoke road/touring wheels. The Shimano hubs are super quiet which is super nice when on a quiet road by yourself. I have one complaint and the bike is such a bargain that my complaint cost zero stars! The front rack is flimsy and I wouldn't rely on it... I didn't. I already owned a Tubus Terra and that is the only part I replaced. As a pro bike mechanic, I think this bike is very reliable. I will mention one funky thing. The crankset is a perfect application for a touring bike but comes with a 6mm spacer on the drive side only... this is to accommodate three rings within the throw of the front derailleur. This front derailleur has limited inboard travel. The spacer offsets the cranks too far to the right. I removed the spacer and pur 3mm on both sides. This centered the crankset and still let's the front derailleur drop the chain to the small chainring. I did call Shimano about this and got a "blessing in not so many words" if you know what I mean! Ok, anyway, I am 5'9.25" and purchased a medium. I am happy with the size. I come from a mostly mtb background and prefer smaller bikes, I love the size and my knees have plenty of room out of the saddle. If this bike is on your radar, I highly recommend! I like riding this bike as much as my "custom" titanium gravel bike and almost as much as my Transition Sentinel! This bike and the Kona Sutra are very similar, for the money, this bike wins!
THE Bike for Serious Commuting
This has been my daily driver commuter for the last 6 months. I've put about 1,000 miles on it. I find it an absolute pleasure to ride. The brakes and shifters are especially keen. Very crisp index shifting on the rear, with easy action on both front & rear. The brakes are tremendously powerful and responsive, and the brake handles themselves are a work of art. It's a comfortable bike that handles well. It's capable of carrying a lot of cargo right off the shelf. I find it a little odd that they didn't incorporate fenders, but I found some fenders that I love. For the price, it's an absolute gem. I feel confident that this bike is going to serve me for years and years.
,A lot of bang for the buck!
I purchased the bike last summer and have used it many times for rides under 50 miles. I plan to do some long tours soon. The bike is a lot of fun to ride. It is very well built and has good components. The bike is not a lightweight but steep climbs are easily accomplished with all the gearing. Braking is very smooth, and I actually like the brakes more than those on one of my road bikes that costs about four times as much. It is a very comfortable bike, and I usually replace stock saddles but this one fits just right. I was concerned about the bar end shifters since I never used them before but they are very easy to use and work well. I don’t have anything negative to report. I am looking forward to do some touring with it and it’s a great bike just to pedal around town.
Adv 1.1 disappoints
This was my second adv 1.1, first one was great, this one left me with the following problems: Seat kept sliding down slowly. Either bad frame or seat post tolerance 3 broken rear spokes and loose spokes on front wheel within first week of low impact touring, I don't trust the wheel build quality Sharp rim strip caused flat, which sounds whiny but it's so unnecessary to put low quality rim strip on the bike. Front rack on right side keep coming loose, only thing I can think of is bad bolt tolerance. Finally the rack bolt snapped. Bike left me with bad experience overall and cost me some cash for several on road repairs Handlebar tape fell apart after getting wet. This one was odd but shifting keep coming out of adjustment/misshifting. The good is that the brakes are excellent, frame feels solid. Excellent tire choice by rei and the best fitting bike I have ever owned.
Good bike - bad seat post
This is a great bike. I owned two long haul truckers prior to this bike and it's roughly equivalent, but it much less expensive. However, I did initially have a big problem, which is why I give 4 stars. It appears the seat post it comes with is not properly sized and the seat slowly slips down, no matter how tight you put it, if you put in friction grease, etc. I went to REI about 6 times for this. Finally, a mechanic told me this was a known issue and another person had just returned their bike for the same reason. He got me a new seat post for free. Since then, the bike has been great. I've ridden it for about 2000 miles and I really like it.
A nicely updated classic touring design.
I found this excellently designed touring bike for the price when my Trek 520 died. This is my third tourer and it (Size L) seems like a keeper. The feel of the padded wide handlebar tops with low drop was love at first touch. The CrMo tubed frame (made by Giant) runs well under load with all the bolts to the braze-ons for fenders, spoke holders,3 water bottles mounts, and even F/R racks included. The Schwalbe Marathon tires and WTB saddle are both good choices. The hydraulic brakes work well with 35lb loads. I have only minor gripes about the saddle clamp (replaced) slipping and would prefer 175mm cranks and a 22t granny gear for steep hills. How well the 32H rear wheel holds up under prolonged touring remains to be seen. Definitely a keeper.
DC to Buffalo
This bike provides the comfort and the gear options need for a long distance ride. I brought this bike for a long distance ride from DC to Buffalo.