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Grade Carbon Expert
A carbon frame gravel bike with upper mid-range components and shimano 105 hydraulic disc brakes.
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$2,500| Frame | Carbon |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Rigid |
| Fork | Carbon |
| Wheels | 700c Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 2 × 11 |
| Groupset | 105 |
| Brakes | Shimano 105 Hydraulic Disc |
Nov 2020 · Peter Stuart
Plush yet stiff feel and assured handling and does a decent turn on the road, but a wide-ranging 1x setup would be preferable
Stiff
Comfortable
Light
Good handling
Versatile
Gear ratios
External hydraulic cabling is a little unsightly
Dec 2019 · James Huang
The original GT Grade was an ambitiously forward-looking machine that was quick to jump on the all-road and gravel bandwagons that were then just starting to gain traction in the mainstream. This revamped version might not be considered as innovative as the original, but it’s a far better example of the genre, now offering competitive […]
Superb ride quality, confidence-inspiring stability, lots of accessory mounts, elegant graphics
PF30 bottom bracket, not the most efficient-feeling
Oct 2019
Highly capable, with a performance that shines on any surface as it smooths out bumps with the skinniest of skinny rear stays – and a very competitive price – the new GT Grade Carbon Expert is a top choice in an increasingly crowded gravel bike market. Merlin Malt-G1X Apex 1 gravel bike review Juice Lubes Frame Juice gloss polish and protector review Five things that weren't cool - until gravel happened First launched in 2014 into an emerging gravel scene, GT's Grade hit all the right notes for roadies just beginning to venture off-road.
Oct 2018 · Robin Wilmott
The Grade is a quick, road-orientated bike that still likes to get its feet dirty. Buy if you want a light bike with proper road speed and decent gravel potential
Carbon frameset, Stan’s wheelset, very good value
Narrow high-pressure tyres aren’t ideal off road
Nov 2016 · Stu Kerton
Versatile, fast and capable multi-terrain bike that's impressive straight out of the box, but it's pricey
Sep 2016 · Troy Templin
Revisiting an all-road specialist
Jan 2016 · Paul Norman
GT's Grade is a bike designed for gravel or adventure road riding. We’ve tested the range topping Carbon Ultegra version
Brilliant ride on and off road
Top spec for adventure road riding
Great stability and control
Tyres not the best choice for UK conditions
| Frame | All New Grade Carbon 700c Frame, EnduRoad Triple Triangle Design feat. Floating Seatstays, 12x142 Thru Axle, Flat Mount Disc (160mm), Tapered Headtube, Di2 and Dropper Compatible, PF30 BB Standard: PF30, Press Fit |
|---|---|
| Fork | All-New Grade Carbon fork with tapered carbon steerer, flip chip axle positioning, 12x100 Thru Axle, Flat Mount Disc (160mm), pannier and fender compatible |
| Bottom Bracket | FSA PressFit 30 |
| Headset | FSA NO. 44, Integrated, Sealed Bearing |
| Stem | GT Design 3D forged 6061, 4 bolt face plate 6° Rise, 31.8mm Clamp |
| Handlebar | All-New GT DropTune Super Light, double butted 6061 alloy, 16° flare |
| Saddle | Fabric Scoop Radius Sport |
| Seatpost | GT Carbon, 27.2x350mm (44-58), 400mm (61) Type: Rigid |
| Pedals | Not Included |
| Grips | Velo Cork, 3mm |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano 105 GS |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | Shimano 105, braze-on |
| Crank | FSA Omega Adventure, 46/30 |
| Shifters | Shimano 105 hydro disc, 2x11 |
| Cassette | Shimano 105, 11-34, 11-speed |
| Chain | KMC X11, 11-speed |
| Brakes | Shimano 105 hydro disc, 160/160mm RT30 rotors Type: Shimano 105 Hydraulic Disc |
| Brake Levers | Shimano 105 hydro disc |
| Rims | WTB ST i23 TCS 2.0, 28h, tubeless ready |
|---|---|
| Spokes | Stainless steel, 14g |
First added July 25
Last updated July 25
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