2020 GT

Grade Carbon Elite

A carbon frame gravel bike with mid-range components and hydraulic disc brakes.
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MSRP$2,000
FrameCarbon
SuspensionRigid
ForkCarbon
Wheels700c Aluminum
Drivetrain2 × 10
GroupsetTiagra, FSA
BrakesHydraulic Disc
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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

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36 mph

Grade Carbon Elite

36 mph

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Reviews
Cyclist
GT Grade Carbon Pro review

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

Highs
  • Stiff

  • Comfortable

  • Light

  • Good handling

  • Versatile

Lows
  • Gear ratios

  • External hydraulic cabling is a little unsightly

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BikeRadar
GT Grade Carbon Pro review

Mar 2020 · Warren Rossiter

Fibreglass and flex from California wins our Gravel Bike of the Year award

Highs
  • Nimble yet surefooted, agile on road or off

Lows
  • Puncture prone with tubes

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Cycling Tips
2020 GT Grade Carbon Pro long-term review: A big improvement over v1.0 - CyclingTips

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 […]

Highs
  • Superb ride quality, confidence-inspiring stability, lots of accessory mounts, elegant graphics

Lows
  • PF30 bottom bracket, not the most efficient-feeling

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off.road.cc
GT Grade Carbon Expert review

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.

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road.cc
GT Grade Carbon Ultegra 2017

Nov 2016 · Stu Kerton

Versatile, fast and capable multi-terrain bike that's impressive straight out of the box, but it's pricey

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Specs
Build
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 StandardPF30, Press Fit

Fork

All-New Grade Carbon fork with tapered carbon steerer, 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

GT DropTune RS, alloy, 16° flare

Saddle

Fabric Scoop Radius Sport, steel rails

Seatpost

GT alloy, 27.2x350mm (44-58), 400mm (61)

TypeRigid

Pedals

Not Included

Grips

Velo Cork, 3mm

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

Shimano Tiagra GS

Front Derailleur

Shimano Tiagra, braze-on

Crank

FSA Omega Adventure, 46/30

Shifters

Shimano Tiagra hydro disc, 2x10

Cassette

Shimano HG500, 11-34, 10-speed

Chain

KMC X10, 10-speed

Brakes

Shimano Tiagra hydro disc, 160/160mm RT30 rotors

TypeHydraulic Disc

Brake Levers

Shimano Tiagra hydro disc

Wheels
Rims

WTB ST i23 TCS 2.0, 28h, tubeless ready

Spokes

Stainless steel, 14g

Front Hub

Formula Ultralight 6 bolt disc sealed 28h

Rear Hub

Formula Ultra light 6 bolt disc sealed casette 28h

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