Has bottle cages, mud guard mounts and 42c clearance and claims a modest frame weight (1200g). If you like the look, see if the geometry is any different to the 'gravel' models..
Mad eh, would have bought the Rival edition if it was on my radar last year. Instead I have a PX XLS that's a good race bike but offers zero versatility.
Didn't know about the substance, was thinking of the Energie apex1 for £850 and Rival1 for a bit above your budget.
http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/mobile/vitus-energie-cyclo-x-bike-apex-1x11-2018/rp-prod159446
Has bottle cages, mud guard mounts and 42c clearance and claims a modest frame weight (1200g). If you like the look, see if the geometry is any different to the 'gravel' models..