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2022 Argonaut

GR3 RED

A carbon frame gravel bike with ultra high-end components and sram red hydraulic disc brakes.
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Manufacturer Price

$11,500
FrameCarbon
SuspensionRigid
ForkCarbon
Wheels700c Aluminum
Drivetrain1 × 12 Electronic
GroupsetXX1 Eagle AXS, e*thirteen XCX Race
BrakesSRAM RED Hydraulic Disc
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relaxedaggressive
Terrain
smoothrugged
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Summary

The Argonaut GR3 is a high-performance gravel bike praised for its custom geometry, exceptional ride quality, and versatility on rough terrain. It stands out for its stability in descents, efficient climbing, and comfortable ride, thanks to a tailored carbon layup and engineered flex in the seat post. While it excels in performance and customization, it lacks some practical features like mudguard mounts and aero considerations.

Pros
  • Custom geometry available

  • Stable and confident descending

  • Comfortable and responsive ride

  • Ample tire clearance

  • Quick adjustment and production turnaround

Cons
  • Lacks mudguard mounts

  • Lacks aero considerations

  • Tire clearance details not finalized

Key Quotes
Most gravel bikes lack stability when descending at high speed and feel sluggish going uphill. The team and I wanted to make a bike that climbed and descended well but also tracked properly on the flats.
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a rowdy race bike that is capable of devouring gravel
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Argonaut is hoping to offer something a little bit different from what’s currently on the market
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Cycling News
Hands on: Argonaut GR3 first ride review: Carbon layup just for you

Oct 2022 · Josh Ross

Why buy off-the-shelf when custom competes on price?

Highs
  • 50mm tyre clearance

  • Short chainstay

  • Surprisingly affordable

  • Incredible stable descending

  • No toe overlap

  • Plenty of mounting points for bottles

Lows
  • Lacks mudguard mounts

  • Lacks aero considerations

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Velo
Argonaut Cycles releases the GR3, a rowdy racer with unique geometry

Oct 2022 · Betsy Welch

The Oregon carbon bike manufacturer's first gravel bike attempts to strike a balance between shredding singletrack and winning races

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VeloNews
Sarah Max's Prototype Argonaut GR3 Gravel Bike

Jun 2022 · William Tracy

Max piloted the bike to victory at Belgian Waffle Ride Asheville.

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Geometry
Specs
Build
Frame

Argonaut GR3 Frameset

BB StandardT47, Threaded

ColorsRaw Carbon; Raven; Shades of Blue; Red Flag; Gr3sher; Unknown Pleasure; Fresh Fruit

Fork

GR3 Integrated Disc 1.5" Taper 12x100

Bottom Bracket

CHRIS KING ThreadFit™ T47-30x

Headset

Argonaut

Stem

Argonaut RM3 Fully Integrated, (80mm, 90mm, 100mm, 110mm, 120mm)

Handlebar

SES AR Integrated Compact

Saddle

Selle Repente Artax GL

Seatpost

Argonaut SEATPOST, 27.2 X 400, 0 OFFSET

TypeRigid

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

SRAM XX1 Eagle AXS Rear Derailleur - 12 Speed, Black

Front Derailleur

N/A

Crank

e*thirteen XCX Race Carbon Gravel Crank

Cassette

e*thirteen Helix R 12-Speed Cassette, 9-45, Intergalactic

Chain

SRAM XX1 EAGLE AXS CHAIN

Brakes

Front: SRAM Red AXS, Rear: SRAM Red AXS

TypeSRAM RED Hydraulic Disc

Wheels
Rims

See options below

Tires

SCHWALBE G-ONE R, 700x40, Tubeless, Addix Race

Disc Rotors

SRAM C-lineXR 2piece 160mm Rotor, C-lock

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Last updated May 6

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