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2022 GT

Grade Expert

An aluminum frame gravel bike with mid-range components and shimano tiagra hydraulic disc brakes.
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Manufacturer Price

$2,275
FrameAluminum
SuspensionRigid
ForkCarbon
Wheels700c Aluminum
Drivetrain2 × 10
GroupsetGRX 400, Tiagra
BrakesShimano Tiagra Hydraulic 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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38 mph

Grade Expert

36 mph

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Reviews
Cyclist
GT Grade Carbon Pro LE review

Dec 2023 · Joseph Delves

The GT Grade is now on its third iteration. Having morphed from a capable endurance bike into something more off-road

Highs
  • Smooth and fast riding

  • Gimmick-free design

  • Adaptable

Lows
  • Cheaper model is keener value

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Velo
GT Grade Carbon X first ride review: Impressed with the ride and the event

Aug 2023 · Troy Templin

The GT Grade Carbon X is a gravel bike for the masses and makes gravel fun and predictable.

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Bikerumor
GT Grade Carbon Gravel Bike updated with 30mm of Triple Triangle Gravel Travel

Jul 2023 · Cory Benson

New gen3 GT Grade carbon gravel bike gets 30mm of gravel travel with refined Triple Triangle frame flex & more off-road focus…

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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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Geometry
Specs
Build
Frame

Grade Alloy Frame, Triple Triangle Design feat. Floating Seatstays, 12x142 Thru Axle, Flat Mount Disc, Tapered Headtube, External Dropper Compatible, BSA 68mm

BB StandardBSA, 68mm, Threaded

Fork

Grade Carbon Fork, Tapered Carbon Steerer, 12x100 Thru Axle, Flat Mount Disc

Bottom Bracket

Cartridge, Square Taper

Headset

FSA No.44, Integrated, Sealed Bearing

Stem

GT 3D Forged Alloy, 31.8

Handlebar

GT DropTune RS, Alloy, 16° Flare

Saddle

GT Pavement, Steel Rails

Seatpost

GT Two Bolt Alloy

TypeRigid

Pedals

GT Plastic OPC Body

Grips

Velo Cork

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

Shimano GRX RX400, Shadow Plus

Front Derailleur

Shimano Tiagra, Braze-on

Crank

FSA Vero Pro, 48/32

Shifters

Shimano Tiagra

Cassette

Shimano HG500, 11-34, 10-speed

Chain

KMC X10, 10-speed

Brakes

Shimano Tiagra Hydro Disc, 160/140mm RT10 Rotors

TypeShimano Tiagra Hydraulic Disc

Wheels
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 Riddler TCS Light, 700 x 37c, Tubeless Ready

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