No. 22 Drops Major Drifter Lineup Refresh: Three Bikes, One Vision for Modern Gravel
The Upstate New York titanium specialists at No. 22 just pulled the covers off a completely reimagined Drifter family, and it's clear they've been listening to what gravel riders actually want. Gone are the days of choosing between tire clearance and performance—the new Drifter X, Drifter, and Drifter Adventure models pack serious rubber capacity (up to 56mm on the race-ready Drifter) while maintaining the crisp handling and power transfer that made the originals so compelling.
The standout feature? A brand-new 3D-printed yoke that's enabling tire clearances that would make a mountain biker jealous, all while keeping the signature ride quality that's made No. 22 a favorite among discerning gravel enthusiasts. Add in updated geometry across the board, a new suspension-corrected fork option, and the kind of thoughtful details you'd expect from a boutique builder, and you've got what might be the most comprehensive gravel bike refresh we've seen this year.
The new Drifter represents No. 22's complete lineup refresh—with updated geometry, 3D-printed yokes, and tire clearances ranging from 42mm to 56mm across three models, there's finally a titanium Drifter for every flavor of gravel addiction.
Drifter X
(Light gravel / All road) Intended to be suitable for non-competitive gravel riding, and wider-tired “all-road” use. Crisp under power, the Drifter X features a slightly steeper seat tube angle, enabling shorter seat stays for wider tire clearance while maintaining the signature Drifter ride quality.
DETAILS
Tire clearance: 42mm.
Fork: No. 6 Composites Gravel fork, 47mm clearance.
Drivetrain: 1X or 2X compatible. A Wide drivetrain is not required.
Max chainring sizes: 1x: 48T via SRAM Wide standard 2X: Tested for clearance up to 48/35 using a non-Wide SRAM crankset.
Titanium seatpost or seatmast.
A fully internal cable routing option is available for $1,500. It includes an internally routed fork, No. 22 bespoke 3D-printed titanium stem, and titanium headset.
UDH compatible.
Frameset Price: $6,499 including frame, fork, Ti headset, and seat mast topper.
The Drifter X keeps things civilized with 42mm tire clearance and geometry dialed for fast all-road adventures—perfect for riders who want titanium elegance without the race-day aggression.
Drifter
(Gravel Race) Aimed as a contemporary gravel bike with a suspension-corrected rigid fork, high levels of stiffness under power, and aggressive handling with maximum tire clearance. Our Unbound race bike. The Drifter can accommodate 56mm tires with 5mm of clearance utilizing No.22’s new 3D printed yoke. With shorter chainstays and moderate reach, the Drifter is the brand's flagship gravel model, prioritizing speed and effective power transfer.
DETAILS
Tire clearance: 56mm/2.2” using 1X drivetrains, 45mm with a front derailleur.
Fork: No. 6 Composites suspension corrected, 430mm A-C. 47mm offset.. 61mm tire clearance.
Brakes: Rear native 160. Front 160/180mm rotor.
Drivetrain: 1X or 2X compatible utilizing a Wide drivetrain.
Max chainring sizes: 1X: 46T via SRAM Wide standard 2X: 40/33 via SRAM Wide.
Seat mast: Not standard, but available as an option.
A fully internal cable routing option is available for $1,500. It includes an internally routed fork, No. 22 bespoke 3D-printed titanium stem, and titanium headset.
UDH compatible.
Frameset Price: $6,199 including frame, carbon suspension-corrected fork, Ti headset, and Ti seatpost clamp
Meet No. 22's flagship gravel weapon: the new Drifter swallows 56mm rubber thanks to that innovative 3D-printed yoke, making it ready for everything from Unbound's limestone to your gnarliest local fire roads.
Drifter Adventure
(Adventure / Singletrack / Bikepacking) Maximum versatility, including generous bikepacking mounts, stability when loaded, and with handling most suitable for mild singletrack. Tube selection, optional front suspension, and clearance for over a 50mm tire give the Drifter Adventure compliance for all-day rides. A redesigned 3D printed yolk, along with longer reach and chainstays, positions the rider comfortably when the going gets rough.
DETAILS
Tire clearance: 52mm using 1X drivetrains, 45mm with a front derailleur.
Fork: No. 6 Composites Adventure fork.
Brakes: Rear native 160. Front 140/160mm rotor.
Drivetrain: 1X or 2X compatible utilizing a Wide drivetrain.
Max chainring sizes: 48T via SRAM Wide standard / 2X: 40/33 via SRAM Wide.
Multiple mounting points are standard: 3 bottle cages, bento box, and fork mounts.
A fully internal cable routing option is available for $1,500. It includes an internally routed fork, No. 22 bespoke 3D-printed titanium stem, and titanium headset.
UDH compatible.
Frameset Price: $6,499 including frame, carbon adventure fork, Ti headset, and Ti seatpost clamp, and “all the bosses”
Built for the long haul, the Drifter Adventure brings bikepacking bosses, stable geometry, and 52mm tire clearance to handle loaded touring and singletrack exploration with equal confidence.
