The Hook EXT Apex Eagle in Matt Teal is an off-road oriented gravel adventure bike, designed for riders who prioritize control, traction, and natural handling on gravel, forest roads, and mixed terrain. Featuring a 1×12 drivetrain, 27.5” wheels, and a steel frame, it delivers a stable and intuitive platform ideal for light bikepacking and long rides across variable surfaces.
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Introduction
The Hook EXT Apex Eagle Matt Teal is designed for riders who feel drawn to quieter places: forests, white roads surrounded by greenery, remote dirt tracks where the sound of gravel under the tires becomes part of the experience.
The matte color, elegant and natural, enhances the frame lines and integrates perfectly with travel bags and accessories, offering a discreet presence full of character.
The solid and comfortable Columbus Cromor steel frame is paired with the SRAM Apex Eagle 1×12 drivetrain to deliver a wide and intuitive gear range. The 27.5” wheels ensure traction and control on uneven terrain, making this Hook EXT an ideal choice for riders who prefer adventurous routes without giving up comfort and natural ride feel.
If you are looking for a gravel bike that moves confidently through the woods, on light trails and across long dirt-road crossings, the Hook EXT Apex Eagle Matt Teal is a perfect balance functionality and outdoor sensitivity. We are available for sizing advice and model comparisons.
More stable than the standard Hook on rough surfaces
More agile than the Beyond on dynamic routes
Optimized for wide tires and technical dirt riding
Predictable handling thanks to the steel frame
Balanced geometry for control and long distances
Key strengths
SRAM Apex Eagle 1×12 drivetrain with wide range
27.5” tubeless-ready wheels for increased traction
Full carbon fork with multiple mounts
Robust frame with numerous mounting points
High stability on technical dirt terrain
Short description
A capable and reliable adventure gravel bike, built to handle uneven terrain, light trails and self-supported travel. The Eagle 1×12 drivetrain and 27.5” wheels deliver versatility and confidence.
Ideal for
Technical gravel
Multi-day bikepacking
Mixed routes with demanding climbs
Adventure rides in every season
Technical specifications (summary)
Double-butted steel frame
Full carbon fork
SRAM Apex Eagle 1×12 groupset
SRAM hydraulic disc brakes
27.5” tubeless-ready wheels
Mounts for bags and racks
27.2 mm seatpost
Tire clearance
Frame – max without fenders
650B × 52C
700C × 40C
Fork – max without fenders
650B × 57C
700C × 57C
Technical interpretation
The Hook EXT allows advanced configurations thanks to the differences between fork and frame clearance.
On the frame, actual maximum clearance is 52 mm in 27.5 format
In 700C format (not the original spec), the frame reaches 40 mm
The fork is far more permissive and accepts tires up to 57 mm
Possible advanced configurations
Mullet Width
Wider front tire than rear
More traction and control on technical terrain
Front Traction Bias (technical bikepacking style)
Wide front tire for grip and absorption
Narrower rear tire for rolling efficiency and reduced rubbing
Perfect for variable terrain and long stages
This is one of the features that sets the Hook EXT apart from many competing gravel bikes.
Rider Fit – Size guidance
XS: 150–161 cm S: 160–171 cm M: 170–181 cm L: 179–190 cm XL: 188–199 cm
We can recommend the exact size with your height + inseam.
Recommended setups
Saddle, frame and handlebar bags
Option to fit front and rear racks
Wider front tire for technical routes
Excellent base for a dynamo hub
Why choose Matt Teal
Matt Teal is a tone that recalls the natural world. It is not flashy, but it gives the bike character while integrating perfectly with bags, accessories and outdoor environments. It is the ideal choice for riders who want a Hook EXT with an elegant, fresh aesthetic connected to the landscapes it moves through.
Independent reviews
A stable and reliable bike on uneven terrain.
The Eagle drivetrain proves versatile on climbs and demanding travel.
A bike that invites you to go beyond the familiar route.
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Frequently asked questions about the Bombtrack Hook EXT Apex Eagle
Is the Bombtrack Hook EXT Apex Eagle suitable for bikepacking?
Yes. It is a very suitable platform for light to medium bikepacking, especially when the route alternates between dirt roads, white roads, forest roads and more technical sections. The many mounting points allow bags and accessories to be fitted without compromising ride quality.
Is it more of a gravel bike or an adventure bike?
The Hook EXT sits between the two categories, but with a clear off-road bias. Compared to a traditional gravel bike, it offers more traction, more confidence on uneven surfaces and a stronger aptitude for technical routes and light travel setups.
Is the SRAM Apex Eagle 1x12 drivetrain suitable for travel?
Yes. The 1x12 single-chainring setup with 11–50T cassette makes it possible to handle demanding climbs, dirt routes and long stages with a very wide gear range. It is a particularly suitable solution for riders looking for simplicity, reliability and fewer complications in shift management.
Why does this Hook EXT use 27.5” wheels?
27.5” wheels make it possible to run generous tire volume while keeping the bike compact, agile and highly effective on technical terrain. In this configuration, the Hook EXT prioritizes grip, comfort and control, qualities that are especially valuable on rough surfaces and in bikepacking use.
Can it also be used for long trips with bags?
Yes, especially if the load remains moderate or is distributed in a bikepacking setup. It is very well suited to multi-day travel on variable surfaces. If the goal is a heavier and more structural trip, with substantial continuous load, however, a platform like the Beyond remains more appropriate.
What is the difference compared to the Bombtrack Beyond?
The Hook EXT is more agile, quicker in changes of pace and better suited to technical gravel/adventure use. The Beyond is instead more oriented toward stability under significant load and long travel with a more expedition-focused setup. In short, the Hook EXT is more dynamic; the Beyond is more structural.
Can the Hook EXT Apex Eagle also work as a one-bike solution?
Yes, for many riders it can be a very convincing all-round platform. It works well for daily use, long rides, technical gravel and light bikepacking, as long as the main focus remains on mixed routes rather than pure asphalt or heavy continuous loads.
Summary
The Hook EXT Apex Eagle in Matt Teal is an essential and functional adventure gravel bike, designed to handle technical dirt roads, demanding climbs and light bikepacking with stable and predictable handling. The 1x12 drivetrain, 27.5” wheels and steel frame define a solid, reliable platform built for real use beyond the asphalt.
Specifications
Colorway 1
Matt Black
Colorway 2
Matt Teal
Colorway 3
Metallic Sunglow Fade
Frame
Double-butted Columbus Cromor, TA, rack/fender mounts, internal light cable routing, rear light mount, ED coating, 85.5 mm T47 bottom bracket shell
Fork
Seido MGV full carbon, TA, 1.5"–1 1/8", fender/triple cage mounts, max 180 mm rotor, lowrider compatible, internal dynamo cable routing
WTB Ranger TCS Light/Fast Rolling 27.5" × 2.0", tubeless ready
Rear tire
WTB Ranger TCS Light/Fast Rolling 27.5" × 2.0", tubeless ready
Fenders
–
Rack
–
Kickstand
–
Lights
–
Bike weight
11.7 kg (size M)
Frameset weight
Frame 2710 g (size L, incl. TA and hanger) / Fork 550 g (300 mm steerer, incl. TA)
Maximum rider weight
130 kg (including luggage)
ASTM
Condition 2
The final product may vary in appearance, finish and some minor details.
Assembly information
Bottom bracket standard
T47 – shell width 85.5 mm
Headset standard (S.H.I.S.)
EC34 / 28.6 • EC44 / 40
Headset crown race angle
45°
Fork steerer inner diameter
23.6 mm
Max fork tire clearance (without fender)
650B × 57C / 700C × 57C
Max frame tire clearance (without fender)
650B × 52C / 700C × 40C
Max 1x chainring clearance
44T with chainline 45 mm
Max 2x chainrings clearance
50 / 36T with chainline 45 mm
Seatpost diameter
27.2 mm
Seat clamp diameter
29.8 mm
Front derailleur clamp diameter
28.6 mm
Front derailleur compatibility
Yes
Front brake mount
FM 160 / 180
Rear brake mount
FM 140 / 160
Rear brake mount area thickness
10 mm
Maximum front rotor size
180 mm
Maximum rear rotor size
160 mm
Front thru axles
12 × 100 mm, thread pitch 1.5
Rear thru axles
12 × 142 mm, thread pitch 1.5
ISO test standard
Road
Crank length
XS 165 mm • S–M 170 mm • L–XL 175 mm
Q Factor
152 mm
Crank BCD
Direct Mount (SRAM compatible)
Chainring offset
6 mm
Chainline
47.5 mm
Front wheel spoke length
tba
Rear wheel spoke length
tba
Spoke count (front/rear)
32 / 32
Rim 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 × 10 mm, 2 × 5 mm
Seatpost offset
0 mm
Seatpost length
350 mm
Bike trailer
Approved
Child seat on seat tube
Approved
Derailleur hanger
BT-DH-008
Frame small parts
BT-CR-007 / BT-CR-006
Front hub end caps
BT-HC-014
Rear hub end caps
BT-HC-017
Freehub body
BT-CB-006
Crank bolt
BT-CRP-002
Front thru axle
BT-TA-F-601
Rear thru axle
BT-TA-R-602
Geometry
Item / Size
XS
S
M
L
XL
Wheel size
27.5"
27.5"
27.5"
27.5"
27.5"
Seat tube length (mm)
460
500
530
570
600
Horizontal top tube (mm)
520
534
558
572
597
Seat tube angle
73.9°
73.9°
73.5°
73.5°
73.0°
Head angle
70.9°
70.9°
71.5°
71.5°
71.5°
Head tube length (mm)
110
130
150
170
190
BB Drop (mm)
71
71
66
66
66
Chainstay length (mm)
425
425
425
425
425
Fork offset (mm)
53
53
53
53
53
Trail (mm)
64
64
61
60
60
Wheelbase (mm)
1003
1018
1034
1049
1068
Standover (mm)
753
782
805
834
857
Reach (mm)
360
369
381
390
403
Stack (mm)
558
577
593
612
631
Front center (mm)
588
603
618
632
652
Axle to crown (mm)
410
410
410
410
410
Minimum rider height ¹ (mm)
1500
1600
1700
1790
1880
Maximum rider height ¹ (mm)
1610
1710
1810
1900
1990
Bike size recommendations are intended as a useful general guideline to quickly narrow down the options based on rider height. Bike fitting is a complex topic and also requires considering other measurements and factors. Since no two human bodies are perfectly identical, it is not possible to provide a recommendation that is 100% accurate for everyone. As a result, Bombtrack cannot guarantee that the stated recommendations are correct for every individual customer. The best way to determine the correct size is to contact your Bombtrack dealer (info@bikejamming.it) or a professional bike fitter, who can identify the most suitable size.
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