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2023 GT

Grade Carbon Frameset

A carbon frame gravel frameset.

Manufacturer Price

$2,000
FrameCarbon
SuspensionFull, 45mm rear
ForkCarbon
Wheels700c
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Sizing
SM

5'2" – 5'8"

MD

5'7" – 6'0"

LG

5'10" – 6'3"

XL

6'1" – 6'6"

Rider Fit Notes
  • 5'5", size SM, Fits large
  • 6'0", size LG, Fits large
Reviews

Summary

The GT Grade is celebrated for its versatility and fun riding experience, excelling across a variety of terrains with its smooth and fast performance. Its design is praised for being gimmick-free, adaptable, and capable off-road, while also being light enough for racing. The bike's handling and comfort are frequently highlighted, with a special mention of its 30mm of rear travel and flexible back end for choppy terrain.

Pros
  • Versatile and fun riding experience

  • Smooth and fast performance

  • Capable off-road

  • Light enough for racing

  • 30mm of rear travel for comfort

Cons
  • Tyres less competent in mud

  • Geometry a bit slow compared to a road bike

  • Not as light as some of its gravel rivals

Key Quotes
It’s fun and fast across a wide range of scenarios, yet while it treads on the toes of multiple other styles of bikes, it never compromises its essential nature.
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The GT Grade has been pushing innovation for almost a decade as the first dedicated carbon gravel bike
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The Grade’s handling is a beautiful balance between nimble and flickable, yet the steering never feels anything less than in control.
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BikeRadar
GT Grade Carbon Pro LE review | Gravel Bike of the Year winner

May 2024 · Warren Rossiter

GT's soft-tailed rough-stuff ripper takes the top spot

Highs
  • Great handling over all types of gravel

  • Progressive geometry without being outlandish

  • Impressive spec

  • Good value

Lows
  • Tyres are best for dry conditions

  • Cables and hoses exposed up front

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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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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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Geometry
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Frame

Grade Carbon Frame, Triple Triangle Design feat. Floating Seatstays, 12x142mm Thru Axle, 45mm Max Tire Width

ColorCamouflage

Fork

Grade Carbon Fork, 1.5 Tapered Carbon Steerer, 12x100 Thru Axle

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