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Gestalt 2
An aluminum frame gravel bike with upper mid-range components and tektro mechanical disc brakes.
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| Frame | Aluminum |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Rigid |
| Fork | Carbon |
| Wheels | 700c Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 10 |
| Groupset | GX, Apex |
| Brakes | Tektro Mechanical Disc |
Summary
The Marin Gestalt is celebrated for its versatility, excelling as a gravel bike that bridges the gap between road and off-road cycling. Its lightweight aluminum frame paired with a carbon fork, along with a budget-friendly SRAM 1x drivetrain, offers a blend of efficiency and simplicity. While it shines in handling and comfort across various terrains, some reviews note its limitations in rough conditions and the basic setup of some components.
Versatile design suitable for both trails and tarmac
Lightweight, butted aluminum frame with a carbon fork
Budget-friendly SRAM 1x drivetrain
Internal cable routing and integrated mounts for racks and fenders
Confident handling and stability at high speeds
Unforgiving ride on sustained rough terrain
Basic wheel set-up and non-tubeless compatible out of the box
TRP Spyre-C cable operated disc brakes lack initial bite
Schwalbe tyres not suitable for muddy conditions
Noticeable weight at slow speeds
It’s not just okay at everything, it’s really good at a lot of tasks.Bicycling
The Marin Gestalt 2 is an absolute blast to ride off-road.
Cycling WeeklyThe Gestalt’s trump card is its versatility.
CyclistViewed through the lens of a versatile do-anything machine rather than a hardcore gravel racer, the Gestalt 2 is a great bike at a good price
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Mar 2018 · Chris Case
If you’re built for the long haul, or want a bike to serve as both your adventure steed and daily commuter, the Marin Gestalt is built for you.
Aug 2017
Whether you need something to act as drop bar commuter, gravel adventurer or just a hugely versatile road machine Marin’s Gestalt 2 is likely to win you over with confident handling, even if the frame and fork can be a little unforgiving for pure off-road use.
Jun 2017 · Marc Abbott
An all-road 1X machine with versatility as standard
Aug 2016 · Mat Brett
A very capable aluminium rugged road bike that's versatile enough for weekday commuting and weekend adventures
May 2016 · Paul Norman
The Marin Gestalt 2 is a gravel bike with a ten speed single ring set-up which mimics SRAM's 11-speed single ring groupsets without the expense. How does it stack up?
Budget single ring drivetrain
Really low gears for steep off-road
Mudguard and rack mounts add flexibility
Quite heavy
Cables not fully weatherproof
Tyres lack grip in mud
Mar 2016 · Leah Flickinger
A multitalented road bike that’s really fun to ride
| Frame | Series 3 6061 Aluminum, 700C Wheels, Relieved Head Tube and BB, Internal Cable Routing, Post Mount Disc Specific Forged Dropouts |
|---|---|
| Fork | Carbon w/ Alloy Steerer, Post-Mount Disc |
| Bottom Bracket | External Sealed Cartridge Bearings |
| Headset | FSA No.8B |
| Stem | Marin 3D Forged Alloy |
| Handlebar | Marin Compact 12º Flared Drop, Flat Top |
| Saddle | Marin Beyond Road Concept |
| Seatpost | Marin Alloy Type: Rigid |
| Pedals | Commute Platform |
| Grips | Marin Shock Absorbing Microfiber Tape |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM GX 10-Speed |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | - |
| Crank | Forged Alloy 1x10, Hollow CrMo Spindle, Narrow-Wide 42T |
| Shifters | SRAM Apex 1x10-Speed |
| Cassette | Sunrace 10-Speed, 11-42T |
| Chain | KMC X10 |
| Brakes | Tektro Spyre-C Road Mechanical Disc, 160mm Rotor Type: Tektro Mechanical Disc |
| Brake Levers | SRAM Apex DoubleTap |
| Rims | Marin Aluminum Double Wall, 19mm Inner, 24mm Tall, Disc Specific, Tubeless Compatible |
|---|---|
| Front Hub | Forged Aluminum Alloy, 6-Bolt Disc, 32H |
| Rear Hub | Forged Aluminum Alloy, 6-Bolt Disc, 32H |
| Tires | Schwalbe G-ONE Performance, 700Cx30, Folding Bead, Kevlar Puncture Protectio |
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Last updated April 23
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