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Croix De Fer 20
A steel frame gravel bike with mid-range components and trp mechanical disc brakes.
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£1,699($2,286)| Frame | Steel |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Rigid |
| Fork | Carbon |
| Wheels | 700c Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 2 × 10 |
| Groupset | GRX 400, Tiagra |
| Brakes | TRP Mechanical Disc |
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Summary
The Genesis Croix de Fer is celebrated for its stable yet agile handling, comfortable ride, and versatility across various terrains. Its neutral riding position and reliable performance make it a favorite for gravel enthusiasts, though some note the handlebar could be more forgiving and the tyres may not suit all conditions. The bike's evolution reflects a successful adaptation to modern gravel riding demands.
Stable yet agile feel
Comfortable ride
Versatile across terrains
Neutral riding position
Reliable performance
Stiff handlebar
Tyres may not suit all conditions
Slightly sketchy on techy singletrack
The updated Croix de Fer handles it all with unwavering aplomb.
Bike PerfectNeutral isn’t bad, and for a bike that does still purport to do many things, it’s definitely a positive in this case.
Cycling NewsThose big, wide WTB Nano tyres may slow you down on the tarmac, but they smooth out rutted and pock-marked roads and come into their own when you venture off-road.
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Aug 2024 · Steve Williams
Genesis’ adventure and gravel stalwart gets a host of modernizing detail changes
Stable yet agile feel
Comfortable ride
Internal cable routing
Dropper-compatible
Handlebar is a little stiff
Aug 2024 · Will Jones
The Croix de Fer is back, with some well-executed updates and design tweaks
Another solid new chapter for the Croix de Fer
The Titanium CDF frame option is really rather nice
The Vagabond is great fun for techy off-road riding
The Vagabond may well benefit from a dropper post
Mar 2024 · Simon Withers
Cyclocross-influenced flat-bar bike for commuting and more…
Comfort
Quality hydraulics
Loads of bosses
Wide range of gears
Great off road tyres
Tyres lack speed and cornering grip on the road
Jan 2021 · Stu Kerton
Stunning ride quality and sorted geometry makes for a fun, multi-terrain machine, though the braking isn't brilliant
GRX groupset offers a good spread of ratios
Lovely ride quality
Plenty of tyre clearance
Quick release limits wheel upgrades
Weak performance from the brakes
| Frame | Steel BB Standard: BSA, 68mm, Threaded Color: Burt Bachablack |
|---|---|
| Bottom Bracket | Shimano BB-RS500 |
| Headset | PT-1770 EC34 Upper / EC34 Lower |
| Stem | Genesis Alloy 31.8mm -6 deg 100 mm |
| Saddle | Genesis |
| Seatpost | Genesis Alloy 27.2 x 350 mm Type: Rigid |
| Pedals | NW-91K With Cage |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano GRX RD-RX400 10 Speed |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | Shimano GRX FD-RX400 |
| Shifters | Shimano Tiagra ST-4700 10 Speed |
| Cassette | Sunrace 11-34T |
| Chain | KMC X10 |
| Brakes | The TRP Spyre's dual piston actuated design combines the easy maintenence of a mechanical brake with the improved lever feel and stopping power from a hydraulic system. Type: TRP Mechanical Disc |
| Brake Levers | Shimano Tiagra ST-4700 10 Speed |
| Rims | Jalco XCD21 |
|---|---|
| Spokes | Steel 14 g |
| Front Hub | KT-K08 / 6 Bolt |
| Rear Hub | KT-K08 / 6 Bolt |
| Tires | Taking advantage of the 26mm Amplitude G100 wheelsets, the Croix De Fer 20 comes equipped with Maxxis Rambler 45mm tubeless ready tyres. A true year round, go anywhere tread pattern that isn't limiting on smoother roads either. |
First added July 15
Last updated October 18
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