That’s right, the minds at Thesis Bike have developed a bike that transforms from a fast and responsive road bike to a stable and capable gravel bike. They say that code name Project N1, will do “everything in-between” as well. Could it be the last drop bar bike you’ll ever need?
With classic road aesthetics, generous tire clearance, and extensive component compatibility, it looks like a thoughtful design to me. Let’s go over some of the thinking and design behind the Thesis prototype.


When compared to road bikes, gravel bikes will have slacker head tube angles, increased fork offsets, longer wheelbases, bigger tires, and dropped bottom brackets. The components and fit are similar, but the differences in fit and positioning, handling, and tire clearance meant choosing a bike for the different terrains.
Choosing between “a blended all-road bike, a partially-adjustable bike that compromises some geometry for others, or an entire stable of single-purpose bikes. This is part of what gave rise to the belief that the optimal number of bicycles is always one more than you currently have – N+1.”
What if One Bike Could Be Many
“That was the inspiration behind “Project N1”, the code-name for Thesis’ effort to create the first bicycle that adapts quickly and completely from road to gravel and everything in between.”

Rotate, Stretch, Drop




Flippin’ The Chip

The Flippin’ Difference



Project N1 Frame Highlights
- Threaded T47 68mm BB
- Straight 44mm head tube
- Round 27.2 seatpost secured by a traditional collar
- Future-proof UDH & Transmission-compatible dropout system
- Micro-adjustment screws the rear dropouts
- Compatibility with 1x/2x mechanical & electronic, internally-geared hub, & single-speed drivetrains
- Support for fenders, racks, dynamos, wired lights, droppers as well as
- Partial-internal, full-internal, & full-external (fork-only) routing.

