Intro
This version distils the EXT philosophy into something quiet but powerful: a bike that performs exceptionally without drawing attention to itself. The SRAM Apex Eagle 1×12 drivetrain delivers a wide, intuitive range for steep climbs, loaded touring and long mixed-terrain rides. With 27.5” wheels, traction and control are significantly improved on rough or loose surfaces.
If you want an adventure bike that prioritises substance over flair — and that feels composed, capable and confident across varied terrain — the Matt Black EXT is an excellent choice. We're always available to help you compare sizes or understand how it fits your riding style.
The Hook EXT Apex Eagle in Matt Black is the most understated and purposeful interpretation of the model. A clean, functional aesthetic that lets the bike disappear beneath you so you can focus entirely on the ride. The matte finish highlights the steel frame’s lines and conveys durability, precision and a tool-like sense of reliability.
Why It’s a Hook EXT
- More stable than the standard Hook
- More agile than the Beyond series
- Optimised for 27.5” wheels and technical terrain
- Predictable, confident handling
- Geometry designed for control and long-ride comfort
Key Highlights
- SRAM Apex Eagle 1×12 wide-range drivetrain
- 27.5” tubeless-ready wheelset
- Full-carbon adventure fork
- Steel frame with generous mounting options
- Balanced geometry for long-distance mixed-terrain riding
Short Description
A strong, highly capable adventure gravel bike built for technical terrain, multi-day touring and demanding gravel routes.
Ideal For
- Technical gravel and rugged surfaces
- Steep climbs and loose terrain
- Bikepacking and off-road touring
- All-season, mixed-terrain riding
Technical Summary
- Steel frame
- Full-carbon adventure fork
- SRAM Apex Eagle 1×12 drivetrain
- Hydraulic disc brakes
- 27.5” tubeless-ready wheels
- Full set of mounting points
Tyre Clearance (Official Bombtrack)
Frame – max (no fenders)
Fork – max (no fenders)
Technical Interpretation
The Hook EXT 2025 supports advanced tyre configurations thanks to its asymmetric frame–fork clearances:
Key limits
- Frame: 52 mm max in 27.5” • 40 mm in 700C
- Fork: up to 57 mm in both formats
Advanced configurations unlocked
1) Mullet Width Setup
- Wider front, narrower rear
- More control, stability and grip on technical terrain
- Ideal for roots, rough gravel and fast descents
2) Front Traction Bias
- Wide front tyre → traction and confidence
- Slightly narrower rear → faster rolling, zero frame rub
- Perfect for technical bikepacking with varied surfaces
This asymmetrical clearance is one of the Hook EXT’s major advantages over many competing gravel bikes.
Rider Fit
XS 150–161 cm
S 160–171 cm
M 170–181 cm
L 179–190 cm
XL 188–199 cm
Send height + inseam for accurate sizing.
Recommended Setups
- Frame + saddle + handlebar bags for lightweight touring
- Wider front tyre for technical control
- Compatible with front and rear racks
- Excellent base for dynamo-equipped setups
Why Choose Matt Black
A timeless, understated finish that works with any setup — from minimalist commuting to full adventure rig. Elegant, neutral and versatile: ideal for riders who want performance without visual impact.
Press Impressions
- “Stable, predictable and ready for demanding gravel.”
- “Eagle gearing unlocks serious versatility for long climbs.”
- “A bike built for exploration without limits.”
Why Buy From Us
- Tracked EU shipping
- Bilingual customer support
- Expert, honest pre-purchase guidance
- Replies within 24 hours
Final CTA
Ready to explore with quiet confidence?
Add the Hook EXT Apex Eagle 2025 – Matt Black to your cart.
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Technical Tables
SPECS
| Color 1 |
Matt Black |
| Color 2 |
Matt Teal |
| Color 3 |
Metallic sunglow fade |
| Frame |
Columbus Cromor double butted, TA, rack / fender mounts, internal light cable routing, rear light mount, ED coated, 85.5 mm T47 BB shell |
| Fork |
Seido MGV full carbon, TA, 1.1/2'' - 1.1/8'', fender / triple cage mounts, 180 mm max rotor size, lowrider rack compatible, internal hub dynamo cable routing |
| Handlebar |
Seido Tackle drop bar, 31.8 mm, 16° flare |
| Grips |
Bombtrack Escape bar tape |
| Stem |
Seido Meander forged aluminium stem, -6° |
| Headset |
Seido Pro EC sealed external headset, 1.1/2'' - 1.1/8'' |
| Levers |
Sram Apex Eagle double tap hydraulic |
| Shifter |
Sram Apex Eagle double tap 1x12 |
| Brakes |
Sram Apex flat mount hydraulic disc brakes |
| Rotor |
Sram Centerline 180 mm front and 160 mm rear rotor |
| Crankset |
Sram Apex Wide, DUB spindle |
| BB |
Seido T47 Pro 85.5 mm for 30 mm spindle |
| Pedals |
- |
| Chain |
Sram Apex, flattop, 1/2'' x 11/128'', 112L |
| Chainring |
Sram Apex, 12-speed, 40 T |
| Cassette |
Sram NX Eagle PG-1230 12-speed, 11 - 50 T |
| Front derailleur |
- |
| Rear derailleur |
Sram Apex Eagle, clutch, long cage |
| Front hub |
Seido Tau sealed hub, 6-bolt disc |
| Rear hub |
Seido Tau sealed hub, HG driver, 6-bolt disc |
| Through axle |
12 x 100 mm / 12 x 142 mm |
| Front rim |
Seido Sinus i25 double wall asymmetric, tubeless ready, 32h |
| Rear rim |
Seido Sinus i25 double wall asymmetric, tubeless ready, 32h |
| Saddle |
Seido Comp saddle |
| Seat post |
Seido Yew aluminium seatpost, 27.2 mm x 350 mm |
| Seat clamp |
Bombtrack Prime 29.8 mm |
| Front tire |
WTB Ranger TCS Light / Fast Rolling 27.5'' x 2.0'', tubeless ready |
| Rear tire |
WTB Ranger TCS Light / Fast Rolling 27.5'' x 2.0'', tubeless ready |
| Fender |
- |
| Rack |
- |
| Kickstand |
- |
| Light |
- |
| Weight |
11.7 kg (size M) |
| Weight frameset |
2710 g frame (size L, incl. TA, hanger) / 550 g fork (300 mm steerer, incl. TA) |
| Maximum rider weight |
130 kg incl. Luggage |
| ASTM riding condition |
2 |
Final product may vary in appearance, finish and minor details.
BUILD INFOS
| BB standard |
T47 - 85.5 mm shell width |
| Headset standard (S.H.I.S.) |
EC34 / 28.6 | EC44 / 40 |
| Headset crown race angle |
45° |
| Fork steerer inner diameter |
23.6 mm |
| Fork max tire clearance w/o fender |
650B x 57C / 700C x 57C |
| Frame max tire clearance w/o fender |
650B x 52C / 700C x 40C |
| Maximum chainring clearance 1x |
44 T with 45 mm chainline |
| Maximum chainring clearance 2x |
50 / 36 T with 45 mm chainline |
| Seat post diameter |
27.2 mm |
| Seat clamp diameter |
29.8 mm |
| Front derailleur clamp diameter |
28.6 mm |
| Frame front derailleur compatible |
yes |
| Brake mount front |
FM 160 / 180 |
| Brake mount rear |
FM 140 / 160 |
| Frame thickness rear brake mount |
10 mm |
| Maximum rotor clearance front |
180 mm |
| Maximum rotor clearance rear |
160 mm |
| Front through axle |
12 mm x 100 mm, 1.5 thread pitch |
| Rear through axle |
12 mm x 142 mm, 1.5 thread pitch |
| ISO testing standard |
Road |
| Crankarm |
XS 165 mm / S - M 170 mm / L - XL 175 mm |
| Q Factor |
152 mm |
| BCD crank |
Direct mount (Sram compatible) |
| Chainring offset |
6 mm |
| Chainline |
47.5 mm |
| Spoke length front wheel |
tba |
| Spoke length rear wheel |
tba |
| Spoke count (front / rear) |
32 / 32 |
| ERD |
551 mm |
| Front hub PCD |
58 mm |
| Rear hub PCD |
58 mm |
| Front hub flange distance / offset |
56.5 mm center to center / 6.6 mm |
| Rear hub flange distance / offset |
51 mm center to center / 8.8 mm |
| Stem length |
XS - S 80 mm / M - 90 mm / L - XL 100 mm |
| Stem angle |
-6° |
| Headset spacers |
1 x 10 mm, 2 x 5 mm |
| Seat post offset |
0 mm |
| Seat post length |
350 mm |
| Bike trailer |
approved |
| Seat tube mounted child seat |
approved |
| Derailleur hanger |
BT-DH-008 |
| Frame small parts |
BT-CR-007 / BT-CR-006 |
| Hub end caps front |
BT-HC-014 |
| Hub end caps rear |
BT-HC-017 |
| Cassette body |
BT-CB-006 |
| Crankarm bolt |
BT-CRP-002 |
| Through axle front |
BT-TA-F-601 |
| Through axle rear |
BT-TA-R-602 |
GEOMETRY
| Bike Size |
XS |
S |
M |
L |
XL |
| Wheel size |
27.5'' |
27.5'' |
27.5'' |
27.5'' |
27.5'' |
| Seat Tube Length |
460 |
500 |
530 |
570 |
600 |
| Horizontal TT length |
520 |
534 |
558 |
572 |
597 |
| Seat Angle |
73.9° |
73.9° |
73.5° |
73.5° |
73.0° |
| Head Angle |
70.9° |
70.9° |
71.5° |
71.5° |
71.5° |
| Headtube Length |
110 |
130 |
150 |
170 |
190 |
| BB Drop |
71 |
71 |
66 |
66 |
66 |
| Chainstay Length |
425 |
425 |
425 |
425 |
425 |
| Fork Offset |
53 |
53 |
53 |
53 |
53 |
| Trail |
64 |
64 |
61 |
60 |
60 |
| Wheelbase Length |
1003 |
1018 |
1034 |
1049 |
1068 |
| Standover |
753 |
782 |
805 |
834 |
857 |
| Reach |
360 |
369 |
381 |
390 |
403 |
| Stack |
558 |
577 |
593 |
612 |
631 |
| Front Center |
588 |
603 |
618 |
632 |
652 |
| Axle to Crown |
410 |
410 |
410 |
410 |
410 |
| Minimum rider height ¹ |
1500 |
1600 |
1700 |
1790 |
1880 |
| Maximum rider height ¹ |
1610 |
1710 |
1810 |
1900 |
1990 |
¹ Size recommendations generally represent a rough guideline for quickly narrowing down the sizes from which to choose based on the body height. Bike fitting is a complex topic and other measurements and factors have to be accounted for as well. Since no two human bodys are exactly the same it is not possible to give a 100% correct advice for everyone. The best way to work out the correct size is to consult your Bombtrack dealer (info@bikejamming.it) or a professional bike fitter and have them determine the needed size.
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