Bike Comparison
    MSRP
    $2,849$3,099
    Where to Buy
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    Category
    GravelGravel
    6.5
    6.5
    CarbonCarbon
    Fork
    CarbonCarbon
    Wheels
    AluminumAluminum
    Wheel Size
    700c700c
    Clearance
    45c (700c) / 50c (27.5″)45c (700c) / 50c (27.5″)
    Brakes
    Hydraulic DiscHydraulic Disc
    Groupset
    GRX 800, FSAGRX 800, FSA
    Drivetrain
    1 × 111 × 11
    Brand Site

    marinbikes.com

    marinbikes.com

    Summary
    The Marin Headlands 2 is a carbon frame gravel bike with high-end components and hydraulic disc brakes.
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    Ride Feel

    Based on frame geometry and build specs.

    Rider Position
    relaxedaggressive
    Terrain
    smoothrugged
    2020 Headlands 2
    2023 Headlands 2
    Other Gravel bikes
    Gear Range

    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)

    36 mph

    2020 Headlands 2

    33 mph

    2023 Headlands 2

    Highest gear

    (descending)

    Spec Level

    Based on build material and quality level of the frame, fork, wheelset, groupset, suspension system, and more.

    Geometry
    Specs
    Frame

    Unidirectional Carbon Beyond Road Platform, 1x Drivetrain Specific, 700c x 45mm/650B x 50mm Compatible, Flat Mount Disc, 142x12 Thru-Axle, Internal Dropper Post Routing, Internal Housing Routing, Mudguard and Rear Carrier Mounting, Plentiful Gear Mounts

    BB StandardBSA, 68mm, Threaded

    Tire Clearance45c (700c) / 50c (27.5″)

    Unidirectional Carbon Beyond Road Platform, 1x Drivetrain Specific, 700c x 45mm/650B x 50mm Compatible, Flat Mount Disc, 142x12mm Thru-Axle, Internal Dropper Post Routing, Internal Housing Routing, Mudguard and Rear Carrier Mounting, Plentiful Gear Mounts

    BB StandardBSA, 68mm, Threaded

    Tire Clearance45c (700c) / 50c (27.5″)

    Fork

    Marin Full Carbon w/ Taper Steerer, 12mm Thru-Axle, Flat-Mount Disc, Fender Eyelets

    Marin Full Carbon w/ Tapered Steerer, 12mm Thru-Axle, Flat-Mount Disc, Fender Eyelets

    Bottom Bracket

    FSA MegaExo Threaded

    FSA MegaExo Threaded

    Headset

    FSA Orbit IS, Sealed Cartridge Bearings, 1 1/8” x 1 1/2”

    FSA Orbit IS, Sealed Cartridge Bearings, 1 1/8” x 1 1/2”

    Stem

    Marin 3D Forged Alloy

    Marin 3D Forged Alloy

    Handlebar

    Marin Butted Alloy, Flat Top, Compact 12º Flared Drop, Flat Top

    Marin Butted Alloy, Compact 16º Flared Drop

    Saddle

    Marin Beyond Road Concept Elite

    Marin Beyond Road Concept Elite

    Seatpost

    TranzX YSP11 Dropper Post, 105mm Travel, 27.2mm

    TranzX YSP38J, Size 49-54 70mm, Size 56-60 110mm Travel, 27.2mm

    Pedals

    Commute Platform

    -

    Grips

    Marin Shock Absorbing Tape

    Marin Shock Absorbing Tape

    Groupset
    Rear Derailleur

    Shimano GRX Shadow w/ Clutch

    Shimano GRX RDX812 Shadow Plus w/ Clutch

    Front Derailleur

    -

    -

    Crank

    FSA Gossamer Pro, Megatooth 42T Chainring, BB386EVO Alloy Spindle

    FSA Gossamer Pro, Megatooth 42T Chainring, BB386EVO Alloy Spindle

    Shifters

    Shimano GRX GX8010, 1x11-Speed, Integrated Dropper Lever

    Shimano GRX STX810, 1x11-Speed, Integrated Dropper Lever

    Cassette

    SunRace 11-Speed XD, 10-42T

    Shimano, 11-Speed, 11/42T

    Chain

    KMC X11

    KMC X11

    Brakes

    Shimano GRX Hydraulic Disc, 160mm Rotor

    Hydraulic Disc

    Brake Levers

    Shimano GRX Hydraulic w/ Shifter & Integrated Dropper Lever

    Shimano GRX Hydraulic w/ Shifter and Integrated Dropper Lever

    Wheels
    Rims

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

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

    Front Hub

    Forged Aluminum Alloy, 6-Bolt Disc, 32H

    Forged Aluminum Alloy, Disc, 28H

    Rear Hub

    Forged Aluminum Alloy, XD Driver, 6-Bolt Disc, 32H

    Forged Aluminum Alloy, Disc, 28H

    Tires

    Schwalbe G-One Performance, 700Cx40, Folding Bead

    Vee Tire Co. G-Sport, 700cx44, Tubeless Compatible

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