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Grade Carbon Expert
A carbon frame gravel bike with upper mid-range components and shimano grx 400 hydraulic disc brakes.
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$3,525| Frame | Carbon |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Rigid |
| Fork | Carbon |
| Wheels | 700c Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 2 × 11 |
| Groupset | Ultegra, 105 |
| Brakes | Shimano GRX 400 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
| Frame | Grade Carbon Frame, 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 | Grade Carbon Fork, Tapered Carbon Steerer, 12x100 Thru Axle, Flat Mount Disc (160mm), Adjustable Flip Chip |
| Bottom Bracket | FSA PressFit 30 |
| Headset | FSA No.44, Integrated, Sealed Bearing |
| Stem | GT 3D Forged SL Alloy, 31.8 |
| Handlebar | GT DropTune Super Light, Double Butted 6061 Alloy, 16° Flare |
| Saddle | Fabric Scoop Radius Sport, Steel Rails |
| Seatpost | GT Carbon, 27.2x350mm (44-58), 400mm (61) Type: Rigid |
| Pedals | Not included |
| Grips | GT Gravel Grip Premium Tape |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano Ultegra RX800 Shadow Plus |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | Shimano 105, Braze-on |
| Crank | FSA Omega Adventure, 46/30 |
| Shifters | Shimano GRX 600 |
| Cassette | Shimano 105, 11-34, 11-speed |
| Chain | KMC X11, 11-speed |
| Brakes | Shimano GRX 400 Hydro Disc, 160/160mm RT30 Rotors, Front: Shimano GRX 400 Hydro Disc, 160/160mm RT30 Rotors, Rear: Shimano GRX 400 Hydro Disc, 160/160mm RT30 Rotors Type: Shimano GRX 400 Hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | WTB ST i23 TCS 2.0, 28h, Tubeless Ready |
|---|---|
| Spokes | Stainless Steel, 14g |
| Front Hub | Formula CL-712, 12x100 Centerlock |
| Rear Hub | Formula RXC-400, 12x142 Centerlock |
| Tires | WTB Nano TCS Light, 700 x 40c, Tubeless Ready |
First added March 24
Last updated July 15
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