By Aoife Glass

Published: Saturday, 23 July 2022 at 12:00 am


If you’re after one of the best women’s road and gravel bikes, we’ve picked the cream of the crop to help you choose, with prices starting from £999 / $1,300 / €1,100. Each of these bikes has been ridden and tested extensively by our team of reviewers.

Whether you’re after a bike for racing, enjoying long rides or bikepacking and adventures, we’ve got some great recommendations.

This selection features bikes that have been designed specifically for women, such as those by Liv and Canyon, as well as those with a unisex frame, such as those by Trek and Sonder.

Best women’s road and adventure bikes in 2022

Canyon Grail 6 WMN

4.5 out of 5 star rating
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The Grail performs well on- and off-road.
Robyn Furtado / Immediate Media
  • Well priced
  • Performs well across different terrains
  • Slightly harsh handlebar and tape combination
  • £1,649 as tested

The Grail is described as a do-it-all bike. Testing the bike for a whole year, Robyn Furtado found this to be true, saying it is excellent for exploring off-road and can keep up on the tarmac.

Canyon has specced the Grail with good components. The Shimano GRX components provide flawless shifting and the brakes are exemplary. The DT Swiss wheels worked well at first but the bearings became sticky after a few months.

It would be nice if the Grail had rack mounts to make it a truly versatile bike, but overall, it will suit a wide range of riders.