Fuji Altimira CX 1.5 (Cyclocross bike)

Fuji Altamira CX 1.5 – Specifications

* Frame: Fuji C10 high-modulus carbon, cyclocross race geometry
* Frame size: 58cm (I’m 6ft 2 inches)
* Fork: Full carbon CX fork (tapered steerer)
* Groupset: SRAM Rival (2×11 speed)
* Crankset: 46/36T
* Crank length: 175
* Cassette: 11–28T
* Brakes: Disc brakes (hydraulic)
* Wheelset: 700c alloy wheels (Oval Concepts)
* Tyres: Cyclocross tyres (~32 mm clearance)
* Bottom Bracket: BB86 press-fit
* Weight: Approx. 8.8–9.3 kg

Category: Cyclocross / Gravel/Road
Use: CX racing, gravel riding, winter training

The Fuji Altamira CX is a lightweight, race-focused cyclocross bike that delivers sharp handling and excellent power transfer thanks to its high-modulus carbon frame and aggressive geometry. It feels fast and responsive on tight, technical courses, making it ideal for competitive CX racing or hard training sessions. However, its stiff ride, limited tyre clearance, and older standards (like cantilever brakes on some models) make it less versatile compared to modern gravel bikes. Overall, it’s a strong choice for pure cyclocross performance, but less suited for all-day comfort or mixed-terrain adventures.

I raced this a couple of times but mainly used it for leisure cycling. During the summers I put road tyres on it and it serves as a really good lightweight road bike too.