2023 Marin

DSX FS

An aluminum frame gravel bike with upper mid-range components and hydraulic disc brakes.
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MSRP$1,599
FrameAluminum
SuspensionHardtail, 60mm
ForkSuntour GVX
Wheels700c Aluminum
Drivetrain1 × 12
GroupsetSLX, Deore
BrakesHydraulic Disc
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Rider Position
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Terrain
smoothrugged
DSX FS
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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)

33 mph

DSX FS

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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Reviews
Cycling Tips
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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Geometry
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Specs
Build
Frame

Series 3 DSX, Supension Adjusted Geometry, 6061 Aluminum, Tapered Head Tube, Relieved BB, Internal Cable Routing, Mudguard and Rack Mounts, Flat Mount Disc, 142x12mm Thru-Axle

ColorGloss Black / Grey

Fork

SR/Suntour GVX LOR, 60mm Travel, Air Spring, Rebound Adjust, Lockout, Integrated Fender Mounts

Travel60mm

Spring TypeAir

Bottom Bracket

Sealed Outboard Bearing

Headset

FSA No.42 ACB, Sealed Cartridge Bearings, 1 1/8” x 1 1/2”

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

Shimano SLX 12-Speed

Front Derailleur

-

Crank

Forged Aluminum, 42T Steel Narrow Wide Chainring

Shifters

Shimano Deore 12-Speed

Cassette

SunRace 12-speed, 11-51

Chain

KMC X12

Brakes

Hydraulic Disc

TypeHydraulic Disc

Brake Levers

Shimao Hydraulic

Wheels
Rims

Marin Aluminum Double Wall, 21mm Inner, Disc Specific, Tubeless Compatible

Front Hub

Forged Aluminum, 100x12mm, Disc, 32H

Rear Hub

Forged Aluminum Alloy, 142x12mm, Disc, 32H

Tires

Vee Tire Co. Rocket Man, 700Cx44mm

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