Focus Atlas 6.8 EQP adamantsilver/platinumbronze 2026

Focus Atlas 6.8 EQP adamantsilver/platinumbronze aluminum/carbon gravel bike - 10 speeds Cues 2026

The Focus Atlas 6.8 EQP adamantsilver/platinumbronze 2026 is a gravel bike equipped for adventure and long-distance riding. Thanks to its 6061 aluminum frame, carbon fork, and Shimano Cues U6030 drivetrain, it offers stable and versatile handling on roads, trails, or more challenging routes. This EQP version stands out with its complete equipment package, including mudguards, powerful lights, and dual front and rear racks, making it perfectly suited for bikepacking as well as daily commutes with a heavy load. With Schwalbe G-One Bite tubeless-ready tires, Shimano Cues hydraulic brakes, and a maximum rider weight of 135 kg, this model ensures robustness, comfort, and reliability on all types of terrain.

Frame

Frame

6061 aluminum frame compatible with disc brakes, 142 x 12 mm thru axle and 160 mm flat mount. Its robust and balanced design meets the demands of modern gravel riding, whether for long distances or daily commutes.

Fork

Carbon fork, disc brake compatible, 142 x 12 mm thru axle and 160 mm flat mount. It ensures precise handling, lightness and effective vibration absorption.

Transmission

Controllers

Shimano Cues U6030, offering smooth and intuitive gear shifting.

front derailleur

Shimano Cues U6030, ensuring precise shifting on the double chainring.

rear derailleur

Shimano Cues U6030, 10 speeds, suitable for the variations in terrain encountered on gravel roads.

Cassette

Shimano CS-LG300, 11-39 tooth range, sufficient for mixed terrain and loaded journeys.

Chain

Shimano CN-LG500, compatible with 10-speed transmissions.

Crankset

Shimano Cues U6030, double chainring 46/30 teeth, providing optimal versatility on roads and trails.

Bottom bracket

Shimano BSA 24 mm, durable and easy to maintain.

Components

Handlebar

Focus Gravel Bar in aluminium, ergonomic 70 mm x 114 mm and 16° flare, improving control on varied terrain.

Gallows

Integrated FOCUS CIS 2.0, -8° tilt, equipped with an aluminum Garmin /Wahoo mount.

Steering game

ACROS IS52/IS52 (ICR), integrated FOCUS CIS system.

Saddle

The Focus model, designed for comfort during long rides.

Seat post

Aluminium, diameter 27.2 mm, offset 15 mm.

Brakes

Front and rear brakes

Shimano Cues U6030, hydraulic disc brakes offering precise control on dry or wet terrain.

Records

Shimano RT54. Front: 180 mm on sizes L-XL, 160 mm on sizes XS-M. Rear: 160 mm.

Wheels

Rims

Front: Rodi Blackjack SL 25, aluminum, height 23 mm, width 25-622. Rear: Rodi Blackjack, aluminum, height 23 mm, width 25-622.

Hubs

Front: Shutter Precision PL-7-100. Rear: Alexrims BRD-504.

Tires

Schwalbe G-One Bite tubeless ready 45-622 front and rear, offering traction and comfort on varied terrain.

Equipment

Mudguards

58mm plastic mudguards, designed for riding in wet conditions or on dirty roads.

Lighting

Herrmans H-Black MR8 E-Bike 6-12V front light, ensuring optimal visibility in nighttime conditions. Integrated rear light via the EQP solution.

Luggage rack

Hawaii Rack front luggage rack, maximum load 5 kg. Hawaii Rack rear luggage rack, maximum load 5 kg, and Rack basket, maximum load 16 kg.

Miscellaneous

Weight

13.2 kg in size M, standard configuration without pedals.

Maximum permitted weight

135 kg.

About the Focus Atlas 2026

The 2026 Focus Atlas is designed for cyclists seeking a gravel bike capable of handling both long rides and challenging routes. Built to start your adventure at the crack of dawn, it boasts a range of features designed for autonomy, versatility, and carrying capacity. All the necessary mounting points for travel accessories are integrated, allowing you to adapt the bike to the load you're carrying or the riding conditions.

Carrying capacity and storage solutions

Rated for a total weight of 135 kg, the Atlas accommodates a wide range of luggage configurations, going far beyond simple additional racks. On the 8 series, the downtube integrates an internal anti-vibration compartment, the Prep Pocket. This offers a hermetically sealed space, secured by a lever, designed to hold a snack, an inner tube, or the dedicated Prep Pack bag, which can hold tools, a cartridge, or tire levers. The inside of the lid allows for securing items with a strap, while a special screw prevents the bag from slipping. A second bag can also be stored in the cavity; only one is supplied as standard (part number 551000300).

Additional carrying capacity can be extended with the Hawaii Rack, factory-fitted on the Atlas 6.8 EQP. It remains compatible with all new Atlas models (excluding the first generation) and offers a maximum capacity of 5 kg for various items. This accessory is available under part number 890005600. The Adventure Rack, on the other hand, remains compatible with the entire range and allows panniers to be attached on either side using three straps per side, maintaining a low center of gravity and optimizing carrying capacity. It can be purchased under part number 890003900.

Like the previous EQP model, the Atlas 6.8 EQP comes with a rear rack that can be fitted to all Atlas 6 series bikes (part number 890003100), as well as mudguards. Several mudguard versions are available, with or without pre-installed lighting cables, and in variants adapted for single or double chainring drivetrains.

Geometry and behavior

The frame geometry has been revised to provide a sportier feel, while maintaining a clear distinction between the 6. and 8. series. The 6. series is more agile thanks to a shorter wheelbase that improves propulsion and maneuverability. Increased fork offset and reduced trail provide sharp, responsive steering, complemented by a lower stack height and a shorter seat tube that allow for greater seatpost extension and increased comfort.

The 8 series also evolves towards greater agility with a steeper head angle, a shorter trail, and an even shorter wheelbase. The lower stack promotes a more upright, sport-oriented riding position, while the slightly shorter seat tube improves seatpost compliance for enhanced overall comfort.

Wheels, tires and compatibility

All Atlas models are tubeless compatible and come with 45mm wide tires. Converting to tubeless simply requires removing the inner tubes, installing the valves, and adding sealant. The Atlas 8.9 comes pre-installed in this configuration, without tubes, with valves already fitted and sealant applied. Fork clearance is 53mm, while the maximum accepted rear tire width is 48mm for the 6 series and 45mm for the 8 series.

Finishing, technical details and maintenance

The polished welds of the 6 series and the CIS stem with integrated cable routing, featured across the entire range, contribute to a particularly refined aesthetic. Each Atlas 8.9 also receives a hand-applied paint finish, giving each frame a unique character.

The new models abandon the Road Boost standard in favor of classic 12x100 and 12x142 mm axles, combined with a BSA bottom bracket, facilitating maintenance and component compatibility.

Please note that the specifications may be changed without prior notice by the manufacturer, based on the availability of components and other factors.