Basso Palta

The benchmark for Italian gravel performance — the Basso Palta blends race-level precision, endurance comfort, and handcrafted beauty for riders who go beyond the pavement.

Overview

The Basso Palta is a performance-driven gravel bike built to dominate all terrains while maintaining the elegance and responsiveness that define Basso’s road heritage. Designed and hand-crafted in Italy, the Palta delivers control, efficiency, and comfort across gravel, dirt, and tarmac. “Palta” — Italian for “mud” — represents the bike’s adventurous spirit: fast, capable, and refined wherever the road leads.

Key Features

• Full Carbon Construction: High-modulus carbon frame and fork for maximum stiffness, lightweight efficiency, and vibration absorption on mixed terrain.
• Adventure Geometry: Optimized geometry balances comfort and control, offering stable handling off-road with agile responsiveness on-road.
• Integrated Compliance System: Engineered flex zones in the rear stays and fork absorb vibration without sacrificing power transfer.
• Ample Tire Clearance: Fits up to 700x45mm or 650x2.1” tires, accommodating any riding style or condition.
• Fully Equipped Mounting Points: Discreet mounts for extra bottle cages, frame bags, racks, and fenders — built for racing, adventure, or endurance touring.

Technical Details

• Frame: Basso Palta Full Carbon Monocoque (Torayca High Modulus Carbon)
• Fork: Basso Full Carbon Gravel Fork with internal cable routing
• Drivetrain Options: Shimano GRX 12-speed, SRAM Rival XPLR AXS, or Campagnolo Ekar 13-speed (depending on configuration)
• Brakes: Hydraulic Disc Brakes (Flat Mount)
• Wheelset: 700c or 650b compatible
• Tire Clearance: Up to 700×45mm or 650×50mm
• Axles: 12×100mm (front) / 12×142mm (rear)
• Bottom Bracket: T47 Threaded Standard
• Seatpost: Basso Carbon 27.2mm – Di2 and dropper compatible
• Weight: Approx. 8.8–9.6 kg (depending on build)
• Colors: Emerald Green, Earth Brown, and Dust Grey (availability may vary)

Performance

The Basso Palta delivers a ride unlike any other gravel platform — dynamic, fast, and composed. Its carbon frame filters road chatter while maintaining the efficiency of a performance road bike. Long-distance comfort and power transfer coexist perfectly, making it equally suitable for racing, bikepacking, or high-speed exploration. Every element is optimized for real-world performance and long-term reliability.

Design Philosophy

Basso’s attention to engineering and aesthetics is evident in every detail of the Palta. The sculpted carbon lines, recessed hardware, and refined finish reflect a uniquely Italian design language — minimalist, functional, and beautiful. Unlike many mass-produced gravel bikes, the Palta is handmade in Italy, offering authenticity, precision, and a distinctive character that lasts a lifetime.

Who It’s For

The Basso Palta is designed for riders who crave performance and versatility. Whether racing gravel, tackling endurance events, or exploring new routes, it’s built for those who demand responsiveness, control, and aesthetic perfection. From smooth tarmac to rough gravel, the Palta adapts seamlessly — a true “one bike for all roads.”