Designed to be the perfect gravel race machine: The Racemax WPNT (Integrale) is fastest with 700c 35-46mm WAM tyres. Built like this, its top speed rivals the best road bikes out there. Whether you’re on tarmac, easy or tough gravel, you can be confident that you have the fastest setup on the start line.
RIDER PROFILE - Gravel racers and all-road riders looking for an accessible entry into fast gravel.
DESIGNED FOR - Riders who want a capable platform that covers everything from 35 mm road tyres up to 61 mm WAM on 650b wheels.
COMPARED TO - Similar geometry to Racemax² ITALIA at a lower price point, fully compatible with 700c and 650b wheels for maximum flexibility and speed.
Ultimately, the 3T RaceMax WPNT is all about speed.
Whether riding road or gravel, everything on the RaceMax WPNT frame is engineered to go fast. As with all rigs in the 3T stable, each is aerodynamically optimised around particular wheel and tyre set ups geared towards a particular style of riding. This is done whilst retaining versatility that impinges on that optimisation as little as possible.
The RaceMax follows the same core design principles as all the bikes in the range. Everything starts from the tyres. I won't get into this too much as it is quite involved and really only a consideration if you are building up a Frame, or if you plan to change wheels and/or tyres - in which case I sincerely recommend you research RAM and WAM on 3T's own site as there is a lot to digest! For complete bikes you can be assured that 3T are supplying them optimal - though this is subjective of course!
From here, it becomes about REALFAST aerodynamics. In the case of the RaceMax, 3T engineer a perfectly fitting rear wheel cutout that factors mud clearance, and a closely trailing downtube to catch the airflow coming off the front tyre. In addition the new super-narrow headtube (more below), a multi-shape fork and aero details from seatstay to seatpost and from the shielded water bottle to the direct-attachment brake mounts, all contribute to the overall aerodynamics.
Most importantly though, 3T have engineered their bikes for realistic riding speeds (not just pros), wind speeds, tyre widths, bottle positions and even for mud. They don’t care if it is theoretically fast in the windtunnel with a fantasy spec. They care if it is fast the way we ride it in real world conditions.
In the case of the RaceMax, the result is a fast gravel bike that has the look and ride of a road bike, but one that rips through gravel effortlessly. It is why the platform has become so popular among gravel racers
A RaceMax WPNT frame can be built up with a focus on pure speed with 35-46mm WAM (Width As Measured) tyres in 700c - and this is the aero optimised set-up and rivals road bikes - yes really. However, it can also be turned into an unstoppable gravel slaying machine with 650b tyres up to 61mm WAM, making it ideal for those sporadic epic rides or events abroad. In a perfect world, 2 wheelsets would allow you to switch between the two setups easily.
The RaceMax WPNT Integrale represents 3T's gravel racing platform, combining aerodynamic integration with versatile performance capabilities. The WPNT models feature custom paint executed through 3T's in-house WPNT program in Italy, allowing for greater choicethanks to the flexibility to produce smaller quantities in specific colours compared to the standards imposed by Asian production.
The RaceMax features 3T's comprehensive component integration. Routing cables internally yields obvious benefits from aesthetics to aero gains but it can sometimes result in bulky headtubes with oversized bearings to house the cables, as well as issues with servicing & maintenance and often, travel!
3T's goal with the Integrale was to hide the cables but keep the headtube narrow while maintaining ease of use. 3T use their APTO Integrale stem - the original minimalist Apto shape but with internal cable routing. The system delivers functionality beyond the aesthetic as you retain full adjustability of the carbon bar (or the possibility to change the bar with another 3T carbon bar) to find the perfect fit. Ulitimately aerodynamics are meaningless if you cannot comfortably hold your aero position.
All control lines run through the handlebar and stem, entering the frame through a specially designed headset system. This design provides aerodynamic advantages while maintaining serviceability, a critical consideration, particularly for the intended use case. The RaceMax is compatible with both 1x and 2x SRAM and Shimano electronic drivetrains.
A key to the versatility and handling of the RaceMax platform is its geometry. The frame geometry has been optimised for high-speed stability while maintaining agility at lower speeds, because without confident handling - all the aero in the world won't make you fast. This is achieved through careful manipulation of key geometric parameters, including head tube angle, fork rake, and trail measurements. The result is stability and confident handling at speed with predictable handling across various speed ranges and terrain types.
The RaceMax WPNT Rival is available with a SRAM 1x13 Rival XPLR AXS Wireless Groupset and 3T's Discus 40|30 Carbon wheels. It delivers wide range gearing with the convenience and reliability of a single chainring up front and the Discus Caerbon wheels rool over the rough stuff with consumate ease, and you fast everywhere. A 3T MORE and Aeroghiaia Integrale LTD cockpit round out the build. Full specifications are below.