Polygon Bend R2 (Blue/Black)
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A gravel bike for the rider who wants to turn the pavement into an on-ramp, with a taller front end and a full carbon fork that keep long bikepacking days comfortable instead of punishing.
Overview
The Bend R2 is built around Polygon's ALX gravel frame — a lightweight, hydroformed aluminium chassis designed from the start for carrier and fender mounts rather than having them bolted on as an afterthought. A taller head tube pushes the rider into a more upright, all-day position than a road bike would allow, while the flared drop bar widens out on the hoods for extra control once the tarmac runs out.
Power goes through a Shimano Sora 2x9-speed drivetrain, simple and easy to service on the road, while the full carbon fork takes the edge off vibration long before it reaches your hands. Tektro mechanical disc brakes give consistent stopping power regardless of weather, and the 27.5" (650B) wheels are wrapped in wide 47C tires for the grip and comfort a mixed-surface ride demands.
It's built for riders who want one bike that can do a paved commute on Monday and a gravel loop on Saturday without feeling like a compromise either way.
Why You'll Like It
A frame built for the long haul
The ALX gravel frame carries carrier and fender mounts as standard, so loading up for an overnight bikepacking trip doesn't mean hunting for an adapter.
Comfort from the fork up
A full carbon fork takes the sting out of rough chip-seal and gravel, which matters more on a 40km ride than most riders expect.
Wide tire clearance for real traction
47C tubeless-ready tires on 650B wheels give genuine grip on loose surfaces without the bike feeling sluggish on the road.
Simple, dependable shifting
Shimano's Sora 2x9 drivetrain is easy to maintain and parts are widely available, which matters once you're a long way from a bike shop.
Control you can rely on
Mechanical disc brakes from Tektro bite consistently in the wet or dry, with none of the finicky bleeding a hydraulic system occasionally needs.
Who Is It For?
The Bend R2 suits riders who want to explore beyond the paved route — weekend gravel loops, light bikepacking trips, or simply a fitness ride that doesn't have to stay on smooth tarmac. The taller front end makes it comfortable over longer distances than a race-oriented road bike would be.
In the Indian context, it also makes a capable all-rounder for riders dealing with patchy road surfaces on the way out of the city — the wide tire clearance and disc brakes handle broken tarmac and loose gravel shoulders with far less drama than a pure road bike.
It's also a strong choice for someone stepping up from a hybrid or flat-bar commuter who wants drop-bar speed without giving up all-terrain confidence.
Good to Know
The tubeless-ready 47C tires can be set up tubeless for better puncture resistance and lower pressures on loose surfaces — worth doing before a long bikepacking trip.
With mounts for racks and fenders built into the frame and fork, this bike is ready to be kitted out for touring or wet-weather commuting without needing extra hardware.
Technical Specifications
- Frame: ALX Gravel Frame — carrier & fender ready
- Fork: Carbon rigid fork w/ flatmount — carrier & fender ready
- Bottom Bracket: Cartridge BB
- Chain: KMC X9
- Crank: Alloy crankset
- Shift Levers: Shimano Sora ST-R3000
- Cassette: Shimano CS-HG200
- Front Derailleur: N/A - specific model not confirmed in available sourcing
- Rear Derailleur: Shimano Sora RD-R3000
- Grip/Tape: N/A - specific spec not confirmed in available sourcing
- Handlebar: Entity Xpert, alloy
- Stem: Entity Xpert, alloy
- Saddle: Entity saddle
- Seatpost: Entity Xpert, alloy
- Front Brake: Tektro C400 mechanical disc brake
- Rear Brake: Tektro C400 mechanical disc brake
- Front Wheel: Alloy double wall, 32H
- Rear Wheel: Alloy double wall, 32H
- Front Tire: Performance tire 650x47C, tubeless ready
- Rear Tire: Performance tire 650x47C, tubeless ready
- Pedal: N/A - not included / not specified
- Weight: N/A - not confirmed in available sourcing
Additional Information
- Country of Origin: Indonesia
- Imported By: BLITZ, Gat No. 399, Milkat, 2289, Nagar Rd, Sai Satyam Park, Wagholi, Lonikand, Pune - 412207, India.
- Net Quantity: 1N
- Customer Care Address: 291, 10 Main, 5 Block, Jayanagar, Bangalore - 560041. Ph: (080)47183232, Email: support@bumsonthesaddle.com
- Commodity: Bicycles
