Raymon Soreno

The Raymon Soreno is a sporty carbon gravel bike for fast rides, long tours, and mixed terrain. Its MLC carbon frame combines direct power transfer with sufficient comfort for gravel roads and longer stages. The carbon fork and tires with a width of 40 to 45 millimeters complement the frame design, which is engineered for versatility.

Within the model range, equipment varies from mechanical Shimano drivetrains to electronic GRX Di2. This means you can find both an uncomplicated gravel bike for everyday riding and touring, as well as a model for more demanding sport. All models feature 28-inch wheels. The main differences lie in the drivetrain, wheelset, and weight.

The Raymon Soreno is right for you if you don't want your rides to end at the boundary between asphalt and gravel. The sporty riding position is designed for fast riding, but remains more moderate than on a pure gravel race bike. This allows you to cover longer distances without having to adopt a very low and stretched-out racing position.

If you cycle to work, the Soreno offers a good compromise between speed and control. Narrow-profile gravel tires roll efficiently on asphalt. Cobblestones, poor bike paths, and paved field paths can be ridden more comfortably with less tire pressure than with narrow road bike tires. For daily city traffic, you should check before purchase which mudguards, lighting systems, and luggage solutions are compatible with the chosen model.

For weekend tours, the Soreno makes the most of its tire clearance and balanced geometry. You can start on asphalt, later switch to a forest path, and plan longer gravel sections. The carbon frame reacts directly when accelerating, while wide tires absorb small bumps and vibrations. This is helpful on long distances because fewer shocks reach your hands, shoulders, and back.

If you train intensively or want to participate in a gravel race, the Raymon Soreno Pro is particularly interesting. The electronic Shimano GRX Di2 shifting system changes gears precisely and only requires a short button press. This can be advantageous at high speeds, on steep climbs, and during frequent gear changes. In addition, it features a carbon seatpost and 45 mm wide Continental Terra Trail tires.

The wide range of applications does not mean that the Soreno replaces a mountain bike. It is well suited for paved forest paths, fine to coarse gravel, and dry dirt roads. Very steep trails, larger drops, jumps, and heavily rock-strewn descents are not part of its intended area of use. There, it lacks suspension travel, mountain bike geometry, and correspondingly wide tires.

The Raymon Soreno Pure is the touring-oriented choice within the range. It features a Shimano Cues drivetrain with two chainrings (46/32 teeth) and a total of 20 gears. This gear range is ideal if you frequently ride on asphalt, tackle long climbs, or want to fine-tune your cadence. It is mechanically operated and easy to maintain.

The Raymon Soreno Comp features a mechanical 12-speed Shimano GRX drivetrain. GRX was developed for gravel bikes and is designed to handle vibrations and varying terrain. A single-ring setup reduces the number of controls and eliminates the need for a front derailleur. The larger jumps between gears are more noticeable on asphalt than with a two-chainring setup, but are usually unnoticeable on gravel.

The Raymon Soreno Pro is designed for riders who want electronic shifting. It features a 12-speed Shimano GRX Di2 drivetrain with a single chainring. It shifts at the touch of a button and does not require adjustment via a mechanical shift cable. The system does, however, require a charged battery. The Pro is right for you if you ride frequently and want fast, precise shifting under load.

The Raymon Soreno Sport combines the carbon frame set with a mechanical Shimano Deore 12-speed drivetrain and a single chainring. With 40-millimeter-wide Maxxis Reaver tires and a weight of 9.8 kilograms, it is the lightest model in the range and is ideal for fast rides on asphalt and hard-packed gravel roads.

If you are looking for the finest gear steps for road and touring, the Soreno Pure is the right choice. If you prefer a simple mechanical gravel drivetrain, the Comp is the right model. The Pro is designed for electronic shifting, while the Sport is for light, fast rides with straightforward 1x operation.

The Raymon Soreno features an MLC carbon frame. Carbon allows stiffness and compliance to be strategically distributed across different areas of the frame. High stiffness is required in the bottom bracket area to ensure that your pedaling power is converted into forward motion as directly as possible. The seat stays, seatpost, and tires provide a greater proportion of the damping.

The frame comes with an MLC carbon fork. It guides the front wheel precisely and saves weight compared to many aluminum forks. Since a gravel fork has no suspension travel, comfort depends heavily on tire width, tire pressure, and the compliance of the entire frame set. Correctly adjusted tire pressure often does more than replacing individual components on rough terrain.

The geometry also positions the Soreno between an aggressive race bike and an upright touring bike. The riding position is sporty without requiring the upper body to be stretched extremely far forward. You can find the complete geometry data on the respective product page.

Carbon requires careful handling of screw connections in everyday use. Mounts, bags, and accessories may only be attached at the designated points. Observe the specified torques and use suitable mounting accessories for carbon components. Clamps that are tightened too firmly can damage the frame, fork, or seat post.

The Raymon Soreno rolls on 28-inch wheels. The Pure, Comp and Pro models come with 45-622 tires, while the Sport model comes with 40-622 tires. The 45 mm tires provide a large contact patch on gravel, allow for lower tire pressure and improve damping on uneven terrain.

If you frequently ride forest trails, rough gravel or dry farm tracks, 45 millimeters is a sensible choice. The wider tire can better absorb bumps and offers more margin in corners. For a high proportion of road riding, tires between 35 and 40 millimeters are suitable. They are usually lighter and can roll more efficiently on asphalt with a smoother center tread.

The actual mountable width depends not only on the printed tire size. Rim inner width, tire model, manufacturing tolerances, and a mounted mudguard affect the available clearance. A tire marked as 45 millimeters can turn out wider in reality on a wide rim. There must be enough space between the tire, frame, and fork for dirt and small stones.

With a tubeless setup, you can reduce the air pressure without risking a classic puncture in the tube. This increases grip and comfort. For this, the rims and tires must expressly be tubeless-compatible. Check this approval for the specific Soreno model, as the wheel sets differ between the trim levels.

The Raymon Soreno is suitable for light to moderate bikepacking. For multi-day tours, you can distribute the luggage between a frame bag, handlebar bag, and saddlebag. This keeps the weight closer to the center of the bike than with a single large rear bag.

• A frame bag uses the space in the frame triangle and is suitable for tools, clothing, or food.
• A large saddlebag does not require a classic luggage rack and is suitable for light, bulky equipment.
• A handlebar bag can hold a sleeping bag or clothing, but must not pinch the brake lines and shift cables.

Adhere to the load limits of the frame and the bags used. Heavy items should be placed as low and as close to the bike's center of gravity as possible. Unevenly loaded bags can affect the steering.

Whether a classic rear rack and permanently mounted mudguards can be installed depends on the mounting points on the frame. Therefore, check the product images and technical description of the desired model before purchasing.

If there are no permanent rack eyelets, special solutions for thru-axles or seatposts may be considered. However, not every clamp-on mount can be used with a carbon seatpost. A large bikepacking saddle bag is often the simpler solution, as long as it has enough clearance from the rear tire.

The maximum system weight is also a decisive factor for loading. The maximum total weight of the Raymon Soreno is 130 kilograms. This includes the bicycle, rider, clothing, water bottles, bags, and luggage. If the ready-to-ride bike weighs, for example, 10 kilograms, 120 kilograms remain for the rider and total payload. Tools, water, and food can quickly add up to several kilograms on a multi-day tour and must be included in the calculation.