# Optimized Gravel E-Bikes Masi's 'Barolo i/0' E-Bike Offers a Smooth Riding Experience on Gravel By Colin Smith | Published 2022-08-04 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barolo-i References: [insideevs](https://insideevs.com/news/602068/masi-barolo-i0-gravel-electric-bicycle/) & [harobikes](https://harobikes.com/pages/masi)  'Masi,' the California-based micro-mobility manufacturer, unveiled its latest [electric gravel bike](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/void-marauder-gravel-bike), the 'Barolo i/0.' This e-bike features a lightweight carbon fiber frame that is both durable and maneuverable. The e-bike boasts a [twin-fork suspension](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mokwheel-onyx) with enough travel to provide a smooth riding experience on slightly bumpy terrain, such as dirt or gravel. However, this bike is not intended for mountain biking or extreme off-roading. The Barolo i/0 includes a 250-watt, 50 Nm motor that achieves a top speed of 28 miles per hour. In addition to this, the bike is powered by a 'Drivepack'-branded battery pack that reportedly delivers upward of 80 miles of range per charge, though Masi did not clarify the exact watt-hour capacity of the battery. Lastly, the Masi Barolo i/0 retails for $6,000 USD at [MSRP](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/boost-10d) and is available online at Masi's webstore. Image Credit: Masi ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.2/10 - Popularity: 27% | Activity: 26% | Freshness: 12% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Electric Gravel Bikes:** The rise of lightweight and maneuverable electric gravel bikes, with twin-fork suspension, offers opportunities for manufacturers to explore eco-friendly and sustainable micro-mobility solutions. - **Carbon Fiber Frames:** Carbon fiber frames offer an opportunity for innovation in bicycle manufacturing to produce agile and durable e-bikes with suspension systems that deliver a smooth riding experience on uneven terrain. - **High-range Battery Packs:** The development of high-range battery packs that deliver a sustained power supply and an extended range offers opportunities for e-bike manufacturers to design sophisticated and high-performing electric bikes. ### Where This Applies - **Micro-mobility Manufacturing:** The micro-mobility manufacturing industry has an opportunity to invest in the development of electric gravel bikes with suspension systems that can deliver a comfortable and smooth ride over uneven terrain. - **Bicycle Manufacturing:** Bicycle manufacturers have an opportunity to design and produce electric gravel bikes with lightweight carbon fiber frames that offer both agility and durability on bumpy terrain. - **Battery Technology:** The battery technology industry has an opportunity to create high-range battery packs that can power electric bikes for extended periods, enabling e-bikes to be an effective alternative to traditional automobiles for commuting and micro-mobility. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Electric Gravel Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/e-arcadex.md) - [Versatile Gravel E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gravel-ebikes.md) - [High-End Gravel eBikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fermion-ebike.md) - [Carbon Fiber Gravel E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gravel-ebike.md) - [Range-Roving Gravel E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rangeroving-gravel-ebikes.md) - [Premium Gravel Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/desiknio.md) - [Featherweight Gravel E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/featherweight-gravel-ebike.md) - [Carbon Gravel E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/r-r275x.md) - [Hybrid Mountain-Gravel Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/turbo-creo-2-comp.md)