The Terra has been the gravel and adventure bike in the Orbea lineup for quite a few years now. It has seen incremental changes over time to keep up with the ever-changing gravel market, including a complete redesign for the 2022 model year. With the rapid evolution of gravel riding, Orbea is continuing to evolve its Terra model, giving it a refresh that aims to make it more versatile and comfortable than ever.
Based on the typical product lifecycle and some leaked images from this year’s Unbound Gravel race, an updated Terra seemed pretty imminent. Orbea also recently hosted a press camp in Spain to introduce the new bike, but unfortunately, we were unable to attend. Regardless, they shared all the details with us so we could pass them along to you.
Orbea Terra Details
The new Terra aims to be a do-it-all gravel bike that’s capable of everything from racing to far-flung bike packing adventures. According to Orbea, “The new Orbea Terra is built for those who crave adventure—on race day or deep in the unknown. Whether your goal is a gravel race podium or an all-day ride into uncharted backroads, Terra is your trusted companion. With a vibration-damping carbon frame, generous tire clearance, and smart, integrated storage solutions, Terra is ready to go anywhere and do everything.”
Frame Design
While it looks quite similar to its predecessor in some respects, Orbea made some notable changes to the Terra’s frame. At present, the new Terra frame and fork are only being offered in Orbea’s OMR carbon fiber, which the brand claims “features a layup engineered to filter out trail buzz and chatter.”
It’s not just the carbon layup that’s been engineered to provide comfort, however, as the thinned-out top tube, sculpted cutouts in the fork, and a more compact rear triangle “are designed to work together with the seatpost to absorb vibration without dulling the ride feel.” These differences are visually obvious, too, particularly the position of the seat stay junction, which is lower down on the seat tube than the outgoing model.
Eagle-eyed observers may also have noticed that the downtube is larger. Orbea updated its LOCKR in-frame storage, now called the LOCKR XXL, with 35% more capacity to fit more of your ride essentials. They also added more mount points on the fork and top tube to make it easier to attach bags and other accessories. It also features integrated fender mounts for clean attachment of your foul-weather friends.
The Terra increases tire clearance from 45 mm to a more generous 50 mm (45 mm with mudguards). While some of the most recent gravel bike models have surpassed that with the recent wider-is-better tire trend, 50 mm is still plenty adequate for most people’s needs. The frames are compatible with dropper posts, and are UDH (Universal Derailleur Hanger) compatible to work with any drivetrain configuration.
Updated Geometry
Orbea made some changes to the Terra’s geometry as well. Thankfully, they stuck with six frame sizes from XS to XXL, providing a massive range to fit riders between a recommended height range of 5’1” to 6’9” (155 to 207 cm). Compared to the previous model, reach has been lengthened by around 8 to 11 mm, depending on the size, and paired with a shorter stem for “quick, confident handling, while a stretched wheelbase improves stability when the road turns rough or loose.” Those wheelbase lengths have increased by ~20 mm on each size.
Like its predecessor, the new Terra also has size-specific trail with the goal of maintaining balanced handling characteristics across all frame sizes. To do this, all sizes use the same 45 mm rake fork, but the head tube angle varies by 2 degrees across the size run, starting at 69 degrees on the XS and steepening to 71 degrees on the XXL. It’s worth mentioning that those head angles are a full degree slacker than those on the previous frames.
The size specificity doesn’t end there. Orbea also specs size-specific crank lengths, stem lengths, and handlebar widths for a more proportional fit. When purchasing a bike through Orbea’s website, you can choose from a range of components, like handlebars, wheels, tires, saddles, and more, to optimize fit or upgrade from stock.
Orbea Terra Build Options
At present, the new Terra is only being offered with an OMR carbon fiber frame. Orbea has seven complete build options listed, ranging from the top-of-the-line M21eTeam 1X ($6,299) to the entry-level M30Team ($2,999). Within that range, riders have options for the latest SRAM Force XPLR and Rival XPLR 13-speed drivetrains or Shimano GRX.
All Terra builds roll on OQUO wheels with carbon and alloy options depending on the build level. Additionally, Orbea uses its house-brand OC handlebars, stems, and seatposts across the lineup. The new Terra comes in three frame color options: Acid Gum – Fantasy Purple Carbon View, Nickel – Met Cinnamon, and Caramel C. View. Orbea also offers its MyO customization, so you can choose your own paint scheme.
The top-of-the-line Orbea Terra M21eTeam 1X goes for $6,299 and comes equipped with the latest SRAM Force XPLR AXS 13-speed drivetrain, carbon wheels, a carbon handlebar, and a host of other fancy goodies.
In the middle of the range, the Terra M31eTeam 1X will set you back $4,299 and comes with the new SRAM Rival XPLR AXS 13-speed drivetrain and alloy wheels.
At $2,999, the Terra M30Team is an affordable entry point. Riders have their choice of 1X or 2X GRX drivetrains paired with budget-friendly but functional component choices.
Orbea Terra: Availability
The new Orbea Terra models are available now. You can purchase them directly through the brand’s website or find them at your favorite Orbea dealer. To learn more about the bikes, see the full range of build options, or purchase one for yourself, head to the Orbea website.
