2023 Marin

DSX

An aluminum frame gravel bike with mid-range components and hydraulic disc brakes.
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MSRP$899
FrameAluminum
SuspensionRigid
ForkAluminum
Wheels700c Aluminum
Drivetrain1 × 9
GroupsetmicroSHIFT Advent
BrakesHydraulic Disc
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Terrain
smoothrugged
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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

(climbing)

30 mph

DSX

36 mph

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Spec Level

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Sizing
SM

5'2" – 5'7"

MD

5'5" – 5'11"

LG

5'9" – 6'3"

XL

6'0" – 6'4"

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Marin DSX 2 gravel bike review: Budget flat-bar fun, but bring extra tubes - CyclingTips

Nov 2021 · James Huang

A fun and entertaining machine that won’t break the bank, but also a rough ride and a short reach.

Highs
  • Dedicated flat-bar frame design, very generous tire clearance, mostly smart spec, wallet-friendly pricing.

Lows
  • Reach could still be longer, non-tubeless tires and rims, rough ride quality.

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Specs
Build
Frame

Series 2 DSX, 6061 Aluminum, Internal Cable Routing, Mudguard and Rack Mounts, IS Disc Mount

ColorGloss Blue / Orange

Fork

6061 Aluminum, Straight-Blade, Disc Mount, Fender and Rack Eyelets

Bottom Bracket

Sealed Cartridge Bearings, Square Taper

Headset

FSA, Orbit CE No.8B

Stem

Marin 3D Forged Alloy

Handlebar

Marin Mini Riser

Saddle

Marin DSX

Seatpost

Marin Alloy

TypeRigid

Pedals

Commute Platform

Grips

Marin MTB

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

microSHIFT Advent 9, Clutch

Front Derailleur

-

Crank

Alloy Crank, Steel Narrow-Wide Chainring, 38T

Shifters

microSHIFT Advent 9 Trail

Cassette

SunRace 9-Speed, 11-46T

Chain

KMC X9

Brakes

Hydraulic Disc

TypeHydraulic Disc

Brake Levers

Clark's Clout Hydraulic

Wheels
Rims

Marin Aluminum Double Wall, Disc Specific

Front Hub

Forged Aluminum Alloy, Disc, 32H

Rear Hub

Forged Aluminum Alloy, Disc, 32H

Tires

WTB Riddler, 700Cx45mm

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