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Entry Level Road Bikes

Some of our Favorite Beginner Friendly Road Bikes

$899.00
Steel Commuter and Gravel Bike Preamble is a hard-boiled steel commuter built for comfort, durability, and buffoonery on pavement and gravel. Nothing More is Needed. Nothing Less Will Do. The challenge was thus: Build a serious steel bike and give it only the attributes that matter most. Make it quick and comfortable on pavement, as well as confident and compliant on degraded surfaces. What the Enginerds put forth is Preamble, a pavement and gravel utility worker that proves you don't need to cut corners or clip coupons to make a more affordable steel bike. You just need to keep shit simple. Preamble can run racks and fenders and carry a couple water bottles. Surly was raised on stealing basic cable, after all. Smooth and efficient on asphalt, Preamble's double-butted main triangle provides a resplendent ride feel and withstands abuse from life's inevitable potholes. Make it your own with flat bars, drop bars, a basket, or bags. On the road to steel euphoria, Preamble is the gateway drug. Let facts be submitted to a candid world: - Offered in flat-bar and drop-bar configurations - Easy T-Shirt sizing to fit nearly every rider (XS, S, M, L, XL) - Sloping top tubes on XS and Small frames for improved standover and comfort - To offer the best rider experience for every frame size, XS and S frames get 650b wheelsets while M–XL get 700c - Custom-cast single-position vertical dropout
$999.99
One bike, endless riding options Let Radar set your bearings toward determined velocities of distant desire. It's constructed using a double-butted chromoly frame and fork that features rack mounts, five (yes, five) water bottle mounts, disc brakes, and clearance for 29" x 2.1" off road tires. The Radar is the perfect choice for urban adventures, full-blown bikepacking, or anything in between. Wide range gearing will get you up the steepest climbs and back down again even when fully loaded with gear. The Radar is the ultimate Road And Dirt Adventure Rig. - Breezer compact geometry - Breezer butted chromoly frame with BSA threaded bottom bracket, Breeze-In dropout and Apex disc brake mount - Compatible up to 29x2.1" MTB tires - Breezer chromoly fork with braze-ons for a rack or extra water bottle cages - Shimano Deore 1x10 drivetrain - FSA Comet 38t crankset with 11-42t cassette - Shimano MT201 hydraulic disc brakes - Kenda Small Block Eight 29x1.9" tires and WTB i23 TCS tubeless-compatible rims
$999.99
The Sportif is designed for versatility and performance. Taking geometry cues from our top-level endurance bike, the Gran Fondo, the Sportif's longer wheelbase and taller headtube position the rider efficiently to reduce arm fatigue and back strain while on the road. Endurance geometry, road-compliant seatstays, and smart specs make the Sportif the perfect bike for local group rides, long centuries, or your next charity ride. - A2L-SL Alloy - Shimano Claris Components - Alex Vera alloy rims with Formula hubs - Vittoria Zaffiro V 26 TPI tires
$1,025.00
Where Performance Takes Off A true performance road bike with race-winning DNA – delivering champagne experience for lemonade money. Where it thrives The open road, In competition What it's built for Speed, Handling, Durability Highlights - Lightweight SmartForm C2 Alloy Frame w/ full carbon fork - Shimano Claris 8-speed shifting / FSA Tempo crank - Promax RC-452 dual pivot brakes Exceptional Aluminum Performance Everything we know about aluminum road bikes in one space – refined tube profiles, precision butting, and double-pass welds create frames that are lighter and ride better than our competitors’ high-ticket alloy offerings. Elite Race Geometry With geometry influenced directly from our award-winning CAAD13 bike, the CAAD Optimo offers true race handling and optimal body position at all times. Ride Smoother with SAVE Along with Optimo’s new dropped seatstay profile, finely engineered flex zones in the rear of the frame absorb road chatter for better comfort and control. Full Carbon Fork Premium carbon fork features full carbon fiber construction and a tapered steerer, for ultra low weight, and maximum steering precision. Versatility Built In Subtle rack and fender mounts expand CAAD Optimo's versatility for commuting/wet weather training. Smoother Than Ever CAAD bikes have always been known for their surprisingly smooth ride. CAAD Optimo features a newly designed SAVE rear triangle to absorb road chatter for better comfort and control.
$1,150.00 - $1,325.00
Start out right! The Synapse Alloy's lightweight, comfortably sportive position and smooth ride will help you ride faster, longer, and more often. Its endurance geometry provides stable, confident handling and a more upright riding position for all-day adventures. Micro-Suspension in the rear triangle and fork to keep you comfortable and in control, while the frame's SmartForm C2 Alloy Construction and carbon blade forks deliver exceptional light weight for this category and result in a high-performance feel. With clearance for tires up to 32mm wide and subtle, hidden fender mounts for exploring the wilder side of endurance riding, the Synapse Disc is ready for adventure. - Aluminum frame, internal cable routing, flat mount disc - Full carbon thru-axle fork - Vittoria Zaffiro 28c tires Go Further A road bike that's light, stiff, fast and surprisingly comfortable. Your rides will go longer. You'll barely notice. Where it thrives The open road, gravel roads, in competition What it's built for Endurance, comfort Highlights - Lightweight SmartForm C2 Alloy Frame w/ full carbon fork - Shimano Tiagra 10-speed drivetrain w/ dual chainring FSA crank - Promax Decoder R mechanical disc brakes Feel the Light SmartForm C2 Alloy construction and full carbon forks deliver exceptionally light weight for this category for a high-performance feel
$1,175.00 - $1,375.00
Journey Ready An amazingly capable, versatile gravel road bike. Built for chasing horizons, exploring routes less travelled or accelerating your commute. Where it thrives Gravel roads, out in the elements What it's built for Traction, handling, comfort Highlights - Lightweight SmartForm C2 Alloy frame w/ full carbon fork - microSHIFT Advent X, wide range 10-speed group - WTB Riddler Comp tires, 700 x 37c Wide Ranging Capabilities Clearance for big 45mm tires lets you push further into the rough stuff, and enjoy more grip and comfort on every ride. Easy to Live With. Easy to Love. Everything on the Topstone is designed for simplicity, ease of use and compatibility. Whether you're setting out on a big ride or taking the long way to work - less down time, more ride time. Load Up. Roll Out. With plentiful gear and waterbottle mounts on the frame and fork, Topstone is ready to load up and go long."
$1,199.00
Steel Commuter and Gravel Bike Preamble is a hard-boiled steel commuter built for comfort, durability, and buffoonery on pavement and gravel. Nothing More is Needed. Nothing Less Will Do. The challenge was thus: Build a serious steel bike and give it only the attributes that matter most. Make it quick and comfortable on pavement, as well as confident and compliant on degraded surfaces. What the Enginerds put forth is Preamble, a pavement and gravel utility worker that proves you don't need to cut corners or clip coupons to make a more affordable steel bike. You just need to keep shit simple. Preamble can run racks and fenders and carry a couple water bottles. Surly was raised on stealing basic cable, after all. Smooth and efficient on asphalt, Preamble's double-butted main triangle provides a resplendent ride feel and withstands abuse from life's inevitable potholes. Make it your own with flat bars, drop bars, a basket, or bags. On the road to steel euphoria, Preamble is the gateway drug. Let facts be submitted to a candid world: - Offered in flat-bar and drop-bar configurations - Easy T-Shirt sizing to fit nearly every rider (XS, S, M, L, XL) - Sloping top tubes on XS and Small frames for improved standover and comfort - To offer the best rider experience for every frame size, XS and S frames get 650b wheelsets while M–XL get 700c - Custom-cast single-position vertical dropout
$1,199.99
Performance, utility, and versatility—the Jari delivers them all. Designed to take on gravel races, light touring, bikepacking, or pretty much whatever you can throw at it, the Jari is a chameleon that seamlessly changes into whatever you need it to be. Its long, slack geometry provides a stable and confidence-inspiring ride no matter what the terrain, allowing you to comfortably grind gravel or tackle tarmac all day long. Remember, the journey is the best part of the trip, and the Jari is the perfect traveling partner. - Fuji A6-SL custom-butted alloy frame for low weight, strength, and reliability - Chromoly fork with low-rider water bottle and rack mounts - Shimano Claris components - WTB SX23 rims with Formula hubs - WTB Riddler 700x37c tires - Rack and fender mounts enhance versatility
$1,199.99
Performance, utility, and versatility—the Jari delivers them all. Designed to take on gravel races, light touring, bikepacking, or pretty much whatever you can throw at it, the Jari is a chameleon that seamlessly changes into whatever you need it to be. Its long, slack geometry provides a stable and confidence-inspiring ride no matter what the terrain, allowing you to comfortably grind gravel or tackle tarmac all day long. Remember, the journey is the best part of the trip, and the Jari is the perfect traveling partner. - Fuji A6-SL custom-butted alloy frame for low weight, strength, and reliability - Chromoly fork with low-rider water bottle and rack mounts - Shimano Claris components - WTB SX23 rims with Formula hubs - WTB Riddler 700x37c tires - Rack and fender mounts enhance versatility
$1,199.99
The Sportif is designed for versatility and performance. Taking geometry cues from our top-level endurance bike, the Gran Fondo, the Sportif's longer wheelbase and taller headtube position the rider efficiently to reduce arm fatigue and back strain while on the road. Endurance geometry, road-compliant seatstays, and smart specs make the Sportif the perfect bike for local group rides, long centuries, or your next charity ride. - A2L-SL Alloy - C5 carbon legs fork with alloy steerer - Shimano Sora Components - Alex Vera alloy rims with Formula hubs - Vittoria Zaffiro V 26 TPI tires
$1,299.99
Performance, utility, and versatility—the Jari delivers them all. Designed to take on gravel races, light touring, bikepacking, or pretty much whatever you can throw at it, the Jari is a chameleon that seamlessly changes into whatever you need it to be. Its long, slack geometry provides a stable and confidence-inspiring ride no matter what the terrain, allowing you to comfortably grind gravel or tackle tarmac all day long. Remember, the journey is the best part of the trip, and the Jari is the perfect traveling partner. - Fuji A6-SL custom-butted alloy frame for low weight, strength, and reliability - Chromoly fork with low-rider water bottle and rack mounts - Shimano Sora Components - WTB ST i23 Light TCS rims with Formula hubs - WTB Riddler 700x37c tires - Rack and fender mounts enhance versatility
$1,299.99
Performance, utility, and versatility—the Jari delivers them all. Designed to take on gravel races, light touring, bikepacking, or pretty much whatever you can throw at it, the Jari is a chameleon that seamlessly changes into whatever you need it to be. Its long, slack geometry provides a stable and confidence-inspiring ride no matter what the terrain, allowing you to comfortably grind gravel or tackle tarmac all day long. Remember, the journey is the best part of the trip, and the Jari is the perfect traveling partner. - Fuji A6-SL custom-butted alloy frame for low weight, strength, and reliability - Chromoly fork with low-rider water bottle and rack mounts - Shimano Sora Components - WTB ST i23 Light TCS rims with Formula hubs - WTB Riddler 700x37c tires - Rack and fender mounts enhance versatility
$1,300.00
Where Performance Takes Off A true performance road bike with race-winning DNA – delivering champagne experience for lemonade money. Where it thrives The open road, In competition What it's built for Speed, Handling, Durability Highlights - Lightweight SmartForm C2 Alloy Frame w/ full carbon fork - Shimano Sora 9-speed shifting / FSA Vero crank - Promax RC-452 dual pivot brakes
$1,300.00
Road Reimagined Roll smooth, roll fast, roll confident. Wherever the road takes you, roll with Synapse – our most comfortable, all-around, up-for-anything, pure road machine. Where it thrives The open road, up & down hills, rough pavement What it's built for Comfort, handling, going long Highlights Lightweight SmartForm C2 Alloy Frame w/ full carbon fork Shimano Sora 9-speed drivetrain w/ dual chainring FSA crank Powerful mechanical disc brakes So Smooth With Synapse Alloy, comfort is built in. Synapse Alloy's frame tubes are shaped and butted with absolute precision to help absorb road chatter and bumps without adding weight or isolating you from the ride experience. So Comfortable Synapse Alloy moves with both pace and grace. A comfortable riding position, planted handling, and the wonderful responsiveness of alloy under power, all create a bike that will help you feel in control and get more out of every ride. So Capable Synapse's comfort and confidence brings utility, too. Balanced geometry, plenty of gear/bottle mounts, and clearance for 32mm wide tires that bring cushion and grip, mean Synapse is ready to rock on any road.
$1,325.00
Explore further. Ride freer. A capable, versatile gravel road bike. Built for chasing horizons, exploring routes less travelled or accelerating your commute. Highlights - Light, durable SmartForm C2 Alloy Frame w/full carbon fork - microSHIFT Advent X 10-speed shifting / Promax mechanical disc brakes - WTB Riddler Comp tires, 700 x 37c Where it thrives - Gravel roads, out in the elements What it's built for - Traction, handling, comfort
$1,325.00
A capable, versatile gravel road bike. Built for chasing horizons, exploring routes less traveled, or accelerating your commute. Where it thrives - Gravel roads, out in the elements What it's built for - Traction, handling, comfort Highlights - Light and durable SmartForm C2 Alloy Frame w/full carbon fork - microSHIFT Advent X 10-speed shifting - Promax mechanical disc brakes - WTB Riddler Comp tires, 700c x 37
$1,399.99
One bike, endless riding options Let Radar set your bearings toward determined velocities of distant desire. It's constructed using a double-butted chromoly frame and fork that features rack mounts, five (yes, five) water bottle mounts, disc brakes, and clearance for 29" x 2.1" off road tires. The Radar is the perfect choice for urban adventures, full-blown bikepacking, or anything in between. Wide range gearing will get you up the steepest climbs and back down again even when fully loaded with gear. The Radar is the ultimate Road And Dirt Adventure Rig. - Breezer compact geometry - Breezer butted chromoly frame with BSA threaded bottom bracket, Breeze-In dropout and Apex disc brake mount - Compatible up to 29x2.1" MTB tires - Breezer chromoly fork with braze-ons for a rack or extra water bottle cages - Shimano Sora shifters and Deore Shadow rear derailleur - 2x9-speed 46–30t crank with 11–36t cassette - TRP HYRD cable actuated hydraulic disc brake - WTB Riddler 700x45 tires and WTB STi23 TCS tubeless compatible rim
$1,400.00 - $1,600.00
Journey Ready An amazingly capable, versatile gravel road bike. Built for chasing horizons, exploring routes less traveled, or accelerating your commute. Where it thrives : Gravel roads, out in the elements What it's built for: Traction, handling, comfort Highlights - Lightweight SmartForm C2 Alloy frame w/ full carbon fork - Shimano Sora 9-speed shifting - WTB Riddler Comp tires, 700x37c Wide Ranging Capabilities Clearance for big 45mm tires lets you push further into the rough stuff, and enjoy more grip and comfort on every ride. Easy to Live With. Easy to Love. Everything on the Topstone is designed for simplicity, ease of use, and compatibility. Whether you're setting out on a big ride or taking the long way to work - less downtime, and more ride time. Load Up. Roll Out. With plentiful gear and water bottle mounts on the frame and fork, Topstone is ready to load up and go long.
$1,449.00
As a highly versatile touring bike, the Bridge Club hits the sweet spot that separates on- and off-road excursions. The simplistic design makes it fully adept to handle a full rack and pannier setup, frame bags, or any combination of the two. It doesn’t feel sluggish on paved shortcuts, but can also hold its own on dirt detours. If you’re feeling a little zesty on your next road tour, you won’t be ill-prepared for reroutes through the woods. The Bridge Club is designed to handle it all. - 100% Surly Chromoly frame, main triangle is double-butted; 1-1/8" threadless Chromoly fork - Rack, fender, and four sets of three-pack mounts - Disc brake-specific, single-position vertical rear dropout makes it less intimidating than other bikes in the category - Clearance for 700 x 47mm (with or without fenders) or 27.5 x 2.8" tires (27.5 x 2.6" with fenders)
$1,449.00
Bridge Club is a highly versatile touring bike that perfectly hits the sweet spot spanning on- and off-road excursions. Bridge Club is for those multi-surface outings — planned or unplanned. We've all run out the clock on a dirt tour and had to add in some paved shortcuts. Conversely, when you’re feeling a little zesty on your next road tour, Bridge Club is ready for reroutes through the woods. Some people hear "bike touring" and immediately think of long-forgotten stretches of highway, small-town oddities, and roadside attractions. Some instantly recall desolate stretches of desert dirt roads or lush green forest trails. With Bridge Club, you can have your dessert and eat it too! - Ultra-focused on simplicity, it only has the barnacles that matter most to the discerning bike tourist - Two build kit options: Pavement (700c) and Off-Road (27.5-inch) - Run racks and panniers, framebags, or all of the above - Disc brake-specific, single position, vertical rear dropout makes it less intimidating than other bikes in the category - Clearance for 700 x 47mm tires (with or without fenders), 27.5 x 2.80 tires (27.5 x 2.60 with fenders), and 26 x 3.0 tires (26 x 2.80 with fenders)
$1,499.00
Our most popular and versatile model, the Space Horse has become a bit of a cult favorite through its classic styling and ability to handle just about any task or terrain. Ambitious road centuries, gravel racing, loaded touring, looking great while commuting — the Space Horse is equipped for it all. - 612 Select Tubing – a proprietary blend of 4130 double-butted Chromoly tubes, every piece of tubing on every frame size has been carefully chosen to provide the best ride possible - Geometry — Mix between road and randonneuring with a relatively short rear end and a slightly lower bottom bracket than a standard road bike - 12mm front and rear thru-axles, flat-mount disc brakes - Front and rear rack mounts, fender mounts, and pump peg - Fork features ports for internal Dynamo cable routing - Tire Clearance — 43–61cm frames fit 650b x 47mm (650b x 42mm w/fenders); additionally, 49–61cm frames fit 700c x 45mm (700c x 42mm w/fenders) - Signature custom-cast dropout with replaceable derailleur hanger, signature lugged fork crown and custom fork ends, integrated seat collar, pantographed bottom bracket shell, reinforced bottle bosses for three bottle cages
$1,499.00
Bridge Club is a highly versatile touring bike that perfectly hits the sweet spot, spanning on- and off-road excursions. Bridge Club is for those multi-surface outings — planned or unplanned. We've all run out the clock on a dirt tour and had to add in some paved shortcuts. Conversely, when you’re feeling a little zesty on your next road tour, Bridge Club is ready for reroutes through the woods. Some people hear "bike touring" and immediately think of long-forgotten stretches of highway, small-town oddities, and roadside attractions. Some instantly recall desolate stretches of desert dirt roads or lush green forest trails. With Bridge Club, you can have your dessert and eat it too! - Ultra-focused on simplicity, it only has the barnacles that matter most to the discerning bike tourist - Two build kit options: Pavement (700c) and Off-Road (27.5-inch) - Run racks and panniers, framebags, or all of the above - Disc brake-specific, single position, vertical rear dropout makes it less intimidating than other bikes in the category - Clearance for 700 x 47mm tires (with or without fenders), 27.5 x 2.80 tires (27.5 x 2.60 with fenders), and 26 x 3.0 tires (26 x 2.80 with fenders)
$1,499.99
650B all-condition bikes without limits The Doppler offers riders a traditional brevet and touring bike with smooth-rolling 650B tires that can venture into the dirt for those off-road excursions. While gravel riding is the latest trend, 650B wheels have been a well-kept secret within the brevet community for decades! 650B offers a distinct advantage by offering a larger-volume tire to provide both greater cushion and traction on rough roads. The smaller-diameter 650B rims also provide a stronger wheel, which is ideal for loaded touring or harsh conditions. Compared to the Inversion and Radar, the Doppler frame offers a more classic road bike geometry while still offering a high level of functionality with a wide-range drivetrain and frame features. - Semi-compact geometry - Breezer butted chromoly frame with BSA threaded bottom bracket, Breeze-Thru dropout and Apex disc brake mount - Breezer butted chromoly 100x12mm thru-axle fork with side water bottle, fender, and rack mounts - Tubeless-compatible 650B wheelsets
$1,499.99
The Touring was created to be a workhorse and packrat of a bicycle. If you're planning a lengthy ride that's going to require panniers, extra water bottles, perhaps a tent, and more, the Touring is the way to go. - Reynolds 520 butted chromoly steel frame is both durable and lightweight. - Geometry is designed for all-day comfort while fully loaded, with a longer wheelbase and lower bottom bracket for enhanced stability. - Shimano drivetrain with ultra-wide 3x10 gearing ranges allows riders to tackle both climbs and flats with ease. - Ultra-sturdy rear rack, dual eyelets for installing additional racks, and low-rider mounts on the fork to secure front panniers. - 36-hole double-eyeleted rims and Shimano Deore hubs provide increased durability for miles of trouble-free riding. - Forks feature internal routing for dynamo hub power cables.
$1,525.00
Explore Further. Ride Freer. A capable, versatile gravel road bike. Built for chasing horizons, exploring routes less travelled or accelerating your commute. Where it Thrives Gravel roads, out in the elements What it's Built for Traction, handling, comfort Highlights - Light, Durable SmartForm C2 Alloy Frame with full carbon fork - Shimano Sora 9-Speed shifting - Promax Decoder R mechanical disc brakes - OutFront Geometry - Dropper Ready
$1,599.99
Performance, utility, and versatility—the Jari delivers them all. Designed to take on gravel races, light touring, bikepacking, or pretty much whatever you can throw at it, the Jari is a chameleon that seamlessly changes into whatever you need it to be. Its long, slack geometry provides a stable and confidence-inspiring ride no matter what the terrain, allowing you to comfortably grind gravel or tackle tarmac all day long. Remember, the journey is the best part of the trip, and the Jari is the perfect traveling partner. - Fuji A6-SL custom-butted alloy frame for low weight, strength, and reliability - C10 Carbon monocoque fork with tapered carbon steerer and water bottle mounts - Shimano Tiagra Components - WTB ST i23 Light TCS rims with Formula hubs - WTB Riddler 700x37c tires - Rack and fender mounts enhance versatility
$1,599.99
Performance, utility, and versatility—the Jari delivers them all. Designed to take on gravel races, light touring, bikepacking, or pretty much whatever you can throw at it, the Jari is a chameleon that seamlessly changes into whatever you need it to be. Its long, slack geometry provides a stable and confidence-inspiring ride no matter what the terrain, allowing you to comfortably grind gravel or tackle tarmac all day long. Remember, the journey is the best part of the trip, and the Jari is the perfect traveling partner. - Fuji A6-SL custom-butted alloy frame for low weight, strength, and reliability - C10 Carbon monocoque fork with tapered carbon steerer and water bottle mounts - Shimano Tiagra Components - WTB ST i23 Light TCS rims with Formula hubs - WTB Riddler 700x37c tires - Rack and fender mounts enhance versatility
$1,599.99
The Sportif is designed for versatility and performance. Taking geometry cues from our top-level endurance bike, the Gran Fondo, the Sportif's longer wheelbase and taller headtube position the rider efficiently to reduce arm fatigue and back strain while on the road. Endurance geometry, road-compliant seatstays, and smart specs make the Sportif the perfect bike for local group rides, long centuries, or your next charity ride. - A2L-SL Alloy with tapered head tube - C10 carbon monocoque fork - Shimano Tiagra Components - Alex Alloy Rims with Joy Tech hubs - Vittoria Zaffiro V 26 TPI tires
$1,625.00 - $2,025.00
Go Further. A road bike that's light, stiff, fast and surprisingly comfortable. Your rides will go longer. You'll barely notice Highlights - Lightweight SmartForm C2 Alloy Frame w/ full carbon fork -Shimano 105 group / FSA Gossamer crank. -TRP Spyre-C mechanical disc brakes Feel the Light SmartForm C2 Alloy construction and full carbon forks deliver exceptionally light weight for this category for a high-performance feel
$1,699.00
Straggler is a bikepacking-inspired road/gravel bike mostly at home on pavement but ready for trail duty when called. Born on Gravel. Raised on Pavement Straggler is tuned for cross-over exploration on a wide variety of terrain conditions. It's a day-tripper and a weekender. It's a "rough road" road bike, a cyclocross bike with no pretense about racing, a utilitarian townie, a light-duty touring bike and an all-weather commuter. It's a steel gravel bicycle that thrives on the road. Think of it as a "mountain biker's road bike." If you only have room for one bike in your life, Straggler can (and should) be your one and only. Straggler's capabilities go well beyond asphalt. It also lends itself well to light touring setups. We're talking frame bags, seat bags, and "credit card touring" rather than full-blown touring. Straggler also handles our 8- and 24-Pack Racks well, so you have some heavier-duty loading options. - Accommodations for racks and fenders - Forward-exiting horizontal dropouts for singlespeed compatibility and wheelbase adjustability - Clearance for 650B x 41mm tires with fenders!
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