2019 Argon 18

Dark Matter Shimano 105

A carbon frame gravel bike with upper mid-range components and hydraulic disc brakes.
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FrameCarbon
SuspensionRigid
ForkCarbon
Wheels700c Aluminum
Drivetrain2 × 11
Groupset105
BrakesHydraulic Disc
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Ride Feel

Based on frame geometry and build specs.

Rider Position
relaxedaggressive
Terrain
smoothrugged
Dark Matter Shimano 105
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Gearing

A bike with lower gearing will be easier to ride up steep hills, while a higher top end means it will pedal faster down hills.

Lowest gear

(climbing)

39 mph

Dark Matter Shimano 105

36 mph

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Highest gear

(descending)

Geometry
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Specs
Build
Bottom Bracket

Shimano BB Press Fit SM-BB72-41B

Headset

FSA 30 + 3D 1''1/2

Stem

FSA OS-168

Handlebar

FSA NS Adventure Compact

Saddle

Prologo Scratch RS (STN)

Seatpost

Argon 18 Dark Matter

TypeRigid

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

Shimano 105 R7000 Direct Mount

Front Derailleur

Shimano 105 R7000 Braze-On

Crank

Shimano 105 R7000 50/34

Shifters

Shimano 105 R7020

Cassette

Shimano 105 R7000 11/34

Chain

Shimano HG601-11

Brakes

Shimano 105 R7020

TypeHydraulic Disc

Brake Levers

Shimano 105 R7020

Wheels
Rims

HED Ardennes GP Plus Tubeless

Tires

Challenge Gravel Grinder TL 700 x 38

Disc Rotors

Shimano RT70 FR: 160 mm RR: 140 mm

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