The Norco Search is the Canadian manufacturer's take on a capable gravel and adventure bike. The frame is lightweight, stiff, and suspension corrected so you can add some squish if you feel the need.

I put a ton of miles on this bike and put it through the ringer. It did a couple laps of Smith Mesa, went around the Turkey Farm Loop several times, and then we hit some popular singletrack trails to see what it could really do.

I was super curious about this bike for a couple of reasons. First, I wanted to see how well Norco could pull off a gravel bike. I wanted to get some time on the 13-speed Rival group and I just had a draw to this bike. I like Norco's aesthetics and find their design philosophy aligns quite well with my riding style.

Available in: Carbon and Aluminum, flat or drop bars, starting at $1099

• Great geometry for getting rowdy

• Rival hoods are the most comfortable for braking that I've experienced

• AXS shifting allowed for easy dropper install and use

• Carbon frame and fork tracked very well through chunky terrain

• Plenty of clearance with 50mm tires

• Suspension correct geometry future proofs the bike for getting rowdy