All-New ENVE Fray: Road? Allroad? Gravel?

“All Road or Endurance – call it what you want. The Fray is for riders who want speed, versatility, and max performance – infused with a World Tour pedigree the Fray inspires exploration” – ENVE

ENVE Fray Feature Video

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In this video, a quick look at the standout features of the ENVE Fray, launched on April 11, 2024. Video review may be coming later!

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Three Color Options: Salt (White), Ash (Gray), Venom (Yellowish metallic).

“The Definite All Road Machine. Modern road riders demand versatile durability, in-frame storage, tire clearance, precise fit, and much more.”

ENVE Fray Key Features

Geometry optimized for 31-35mm tires
Tire clearance for up to 700 x 40 (1X Only), 700 x 38 (2X)
Lightweight and durable carbon construction through ENVE’s Material Optimized Design process
Internal routing using ENVE’s IN-Route System and components
1x or 2x drivetrain compatibility
Threaded T47 bottom bracket (BB not included)
SRAM UDH
ENVE Cargo Box and Bags (in-frame storage) * Fender compatibility * Aerodynamic tube shapes and design * A la carte build options

700 x 40: Isn’t that a Gravel Bike?

Maybe for some… The Fray’s geometry was tuned for 31-35mm tires.

“From weekly club rides to mixed-surface death marches, the Fray has you covered. Capable of accommodating tires between 36mm and 40mm for when mixed-surface missions call, the Fray’s geometry is optimized for tires between 31mm and 35mm.

Application Recommendations:

29mm – 35mm Tire – Performance road and rough road/mixed surface racing
35mm – 40mm Tires – Mixed-surface racing, graded/smooth gravel roads

Choosing the Right Tool

“With the ability to run up to a measured 40mm tire when using a 1X setup, the Fray will deliver mixed-surface performance, but it was designed for the road and the geometry delivers accordingly. Modern gravel racers and riders require slacker geometry, more tire clearance, dropper post compatibility, and more. At a glance, the Fray may appear to be equal parts Melee and MOG, but trust us when we say, this apple falls much closer to the Melee’s tree.

If you’re a rider planning to run 40mm tires most or all of the time, look to the MOG.

Who is it for?

“Designed for Road, Allroad, Mixed-Surfaces, Sportif, Fondo. The Fray is the road bike for those whose cycling priorities have shifted from weekly racing to a broader range of cycling objectives where performance is still critical to meeting ones goals.”

Fit is Fast

“You are only as fast your fit allows. The Fray is available in seven frame sizes, with four fork rakes, while the handlebar, stem, and seatpost options are a la carte. These options make the Fray the most readily customizable fixed geometry endurance / allroad bike on the market.

Real-World Fast

“Building on ENVE’s foundation of Real-World Fast aero technologies, the Fray has been designed to complement the aerodynamic benchmark setting SES wheel line and to deliver maximum aerodynamic efficiencies and stability.”

Aero development objectives for the Fray:

Versatility — balanced aero efficiency and weight savings
Tube shapes complement SES rim shapes
Hidden wires and brake hoses
Performance at 32 kph/20 mph and 48 kph/30 mph

Recommended Chainring Combinations

Shimano 53/39T, 52/36T, 50/34T
SRAM 50/37T, 48/36T, 46/33T
1x Cranksets w/ up to 55T chainring
Max Chainring Size: 55T
Incompatibilities – Shimano GRX 2X 48/31T
- Reason: FD hangar will not allow for low enough FD position
Incompatibilities – Reason: SRAM T-Type recommendation is a minimum chainstay length of 425mm, we have found that T-Type will function with a 420mm chainstay which only the 60cm Fray has. All other Fray models have chainstay length of 415-417mm

Features / Accessories

ENVE Cargo Bay:

“The Fray feature’s the ENVE Cargo Bay, a modular in-frame storage solution that can be configured to carry anything from flat repair and survival supplies to personal accoutrements.”

“Each Fray chassis comes with 2 x Cargo Bags constructed of durable yet lightweight neoprene which serve to protect your stuff while preventing unwanted rattling in the downtube. The Cargo Bags may be run concurrently with one running up while the other runs down the downtube.”

CARGO BAY CAPACITY = 36 CUBIC INCHES / .6 LITERS OF STORAGE

Anti-Rattle Hose Retention:

“To further aid in hose/wire management and noise prevention, the Fray features a hose/wire/cable retention strap that secures the hoses to the inside wall of the downtube. This also prevents interference between the Cargo Bags and hoses/housing. This strap can be easily accessed by removing the Cargo Bay’s door.”