The Orbea Terra Race M20i Ltd combines a lightweight OMX carbon frame with race-focused geometry, Shimano GRX Di2 2x12 shifting and Oquo RP50LTD wheels. Wide 45mm tyres and a vibration-damping rear triangle balance speed with control over rough gravel.
Key Features:
- Lightweight OMX carbon frame with race geometry and vibration-damping rear triangle
- Full carbon Orbea Terra ICR fork with tapered steerer and 12mm thru-axle
- Shimano GRX Di2 RX825 2x12-speed drivetrain with 11-34T cassette
- Shimano GRX RX820 hydraulic disc brakes for controlled stopping
- Oquo Road Performance RP50LTD wheels with deep-section rims
- Schwalbe G-One RS Pro 45mm TLR tyres with fast-rolling gravel tread
- Integrated design and power meter compatibility add race-focused versatility
The Orbea Terra Race M20i Ltd takes a more performance-focused approach to gravel riding. While the Terra is built around adventure and versatility, Terra Race prioritises low weight, stiffness, aerodynamics and responsive handling for riders chasing speed on gravel roads and mixed-surface courses.
At its heart is Orbea's OMX carbon frame, using the brand's lightest and stiffest carbon layup. Orbea reduces the number of individual carbon pieces and carefully controls material overlap during construction, allowing the Terra Race frame to save a claimed 300g without sacrificing rigidity. The result is a frame designed to transfer pedalling effort efficiently when accelerating, climbing or pushing the pace.
Race-tuned gravel geometry complements the stiff frame, giving the Terra Race a more responsive character than an adventure-focused gravel bike. It's designed around fast riding while retaining the stability and control needed when gravel surfaces become loose or uneven.
Comfort hasn't been completely sacrificed in pursuit of efficiency. The rear triangle is shaped to provide vibration damping over rough surfaces, helping reduce some of the harshness reaching the rider while keeping the rear tyre in contact with the ground. This can improve both comfort and traction when riding quickly across broken gravel.
The full carbon Orbea Terra ICR fork keeps weight down at the front of the bike and uses a tapered steerer with a 12x100mm thru-axle for accurate steering. Internal cable routing also contributes to the Terra Race's clean, aerodynamic design.
Shimano GRX Di2 RX825 provides electronic 2x12-speed shifting developed specifically for gravel riding. Electronic actuation delivers quick, consistent gear changes with minimal lever effort, while the two-chainring configuration provides smaller steps between ratios than a wide-range 1x drivetrain.
A 48/31T Shimano GRX RX820 chainset is paired with an 11-34T Ultegra 12-speed cassette. This gives the Terra Race a broad range for changing gradients while retaining closely spaced ratios, making it easier to maintain an efficient cadence during fast gravel rides and races.
Shimano GRX RX820 hydraulic disc brakes provide consistent braking with useful modulation. This makes it easier to control braking force when grip changes between hardpack, loose gravel and wetter surfaces, while providing dependable speed control on faster descents.
Oquo Road Performance RP50LTD wheels reinforce the bike's focus on speed. Their deep-section profile contributes to the Terra Race's aerodynamic approach, complementing the integrated front end and carefully shaped frameset rather than relying on frame weight alone for performance.
Schwalbe G-One RS Pro Evo tyres come in a generous 45mm width and use Addix Race compound with a tubeless-ready construction. The G-One RS uses a fast-rolling gravel tread aimed at balancing low rolling resistance with the grip needed for racing across hardpack and mixed gravel surfaces.
The high-volume 45mm tyres also play an important role in the Terra Race's ride characteristics. They can provide additional cushioning and traction over rough gravel, helping the bike maintain speed and control where a narrower tyre could require more cautious line choices.
An OC Performance XP10 carbon seatpost helps keep the build lightweight while adding another potential source of compliance between the rider and rough surfaces. Its zero-setback design is paired with a Selle San Marco Shortfit 2.0 Start Up Off Road saddle.
The frame uses a UDH dropout, making replacement derailleur hangers easier to source while providing compatibility with a growing range of drivetrain systems. It's also power meter compatible, making it straightforward to add power measurement for structured training, pacing and racing.
Unlike the adventure-focused Terra models, the Terra Race puts greater emphasis on outright efficiency rather than carrying capacity. Its lightweight OMX construction, responsive geometry, integrated design and deep-section wheels all contribute towards a bike intended to maintain speed across fast gravel courses.
With Shimano GRX Di2 2x12 shifting, Oquo RP50LTD wheels and 45mm Schwalbe G-One RS Pro tyres, the Terra Race M20i Ltd combines race-focused efficiency with enough tyre volume and frame compliance to handle rough gravel. It's particularly suited to riders looking towards gravel racing, fast group rides and long-distance events where maintaining speed matters.