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Argonaut Supernaut Lands a Permanent Spot on the Roster with GR3 Gravel & RM3 Road Bikes

Argonaut Supernaut GR3 Gravel Bike hero(Photos / Argonaut Cycles)
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Coming in as Argonaut Cycle’s new flagship model, the production Supernaut claims to deliver the essence of Argonaut. Originally launched back in 2023 as a limited edition, the Supernaut is now a permanent member of the family, with 30 dedicated production slots available in 2025.

Argonaut Supernaut GR3 Gravel Bike front side
Supernaut GR3 Gravel Bike (Photos / Argonaut Cycles)

Built on a decade of innovative composite manufacturing, all in the pursuit of perfecting the ride quality, the Supernaut distills that experience into the “perfect bicycle”, and one that the crew at Argonaut chooses to ride, day in and day out.

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Supernaut RM3 Road Bike

Ben Farver, Argonaut Founder says “This is the bike we want to ride. Every. Single. Day. A performance-centered build focused on ride quality, speed, experience, and enjoyment.”

Argonaut Supernaut

The Supernaut will be produced in raw carbon with Caribbean Pearl accents, and will only be available in a complete bike. Once Argonaut calculates a rider’s “biomechanical window”, that is to say, a rider’s optimal position for efficient power generation, the rider will have 13 size options to choose from, precisely matching the rider’s physical needs.

Each one of the Supernauts is made in Bend, Oregon. They use a composite engineering technique called high-pressure silicone molding (HPSM). This technique is said to improve the efficiency and quality of the molding process.

The in-house HPSM process can make sizes-specific layup patterns, and “dramatically higher-quality” parts. Even the tooling for the HPSM technique is made in Bend Oregon allowing Argonaut to be in complete control of quality.

Supernaut GR3 and RM3

The Supernaut line includes the GR3 gravel bike and the RM3 Road machine. With the Supernaut line, Argonaut offers similar performance whether you’re riding road or gravel.

Argonaut states that the Supernaut is the expression of hundreds of potential carbon layups over the years. They provide carbon layup patterns based on rider weight, power, and intended use, making for an unforgettable gravel or road riding experience.

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When it comes to the Supernaut, Argonaut was looking at the bike as a “system” that started with a concept of enhanced ride quality. Argonaut says that they were able to find the exact point on the displacement curve where the rider’s output matches the natural flex of the frame.

The Supernaut also makes the buying experience easy with pre-determined build kits and paint. It will be available exclusively with SRAM Red or Shimano Dura-Ace, as well as Argonaut’s D33/R43 wheelsets.

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These bikes are all built by hand in the PNW, utilizing cutting-edge carbon-building techniques. The experience starts with a conversation with the Argonaut team. They will work directly with the rider throughout the process, providing mechanical support and ongoing consults as needed.

Supernaut GR3 Retail & Build Spec

Retail: $15,900

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  • Groupset Options
    • SRAM Red XPLR 13-spd (with optional Ceramic Speed OSPW upgrade)
    • Shimano GRX/XTR Group with e13 Helix Cassette and Ceramic Speed OSPW
  • Ceramic Speed T47 BB
  • Finished in breathtaking raw carbon with stunning Caribbean Pearl accents wrapped in a matte Cerakote protective coat.
  • Argonaut D33 Wheels (New!)
  • Enve Integrated Cockpit and Seatpost (Enve one-piece bar/stem upgrade available)
  • Schwalbe Tires
  • Silca Bar Tape
  • Selle Repente Artax GLM Saddle

Supernaut RM3 Retail & Build Spec

Retail: $16,500

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  • Groupset Options
    • SRAM Red AXS (with optional Ceramic Speed OSPW upgrade)
    • Shimano Dura Ace Group with Ceramic Speed OSPW
  • Ceramic Speed T47 BB
  • Finished in breathtaking raw carbon with stunning Caribbean Pearl accents wrapped in a high gloss protective coat.
  • Argonaut R43 Wheels
  • Enve Integrated Cockpit and Seatpost (Enve one-piece bar/stem upgrade available)
  • Schwalbe Tires
  • Silca Bar Tape
  • Selle Repente Artax GLM Saddle

Plus This: Argonaut D33 Gravel Wheels

Argonaut D33 Gravel Wheelset pair

Along with the news of the new Supernaut Gr3 and RM3 bicycles, comes the news of new gravel wheels.

The new D33 Gravel Wheels are hand-built in Bend, Oregon, and are said to provide top-notch performance for the gravel rider. You can get these wheels separately or on the new Supernaut GR3 Gravel steed.

Meticulously designed for gravel and adventure riding, the D33 Wheelset offers optimized durability and superior stability. this makes them perfect for the toughest conditions.

Argonaut D33 Gravel Wheelset innerds

They feature a 33mm rim depth and a big 28mm internal rim width, designed to enhance traction by running bigger meats, like tires from 45mm to 50mm.

Argonaut D33 Gravel Wheelset hubs

Weighing in at only 375g per hoop, and 1269 for the complete wheelset, they say these D33 Gravel Wheels are “lighter than many high-end road wheelsets”. The wheels use Carbon-Ti hubs and straight-pull DT Swiss Aerolite Spokes.

The D33 Gravel Wheels is a “robust, no-compromise solution for demanding gravel rides, races, and adventures”.

D33 Gravel Wheelset Retail and Spec

Retail: $2,800

  • Tire Range: 35-50mm
  • 33mm Rim Depth
  • 28mm Internal Width
  • Weight: 1269g – Pair
  • Hookless Rim
  • Carbon-Ti Hubs
  • DT-Swiss Aerolight Spokes
  • Built in Bend, OR

Learn more, get on the Argonaut order list, or just check their stuff out at the link below.

ArgonautCycles.com

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Craig
Craig
17 days ago

Very nice

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