Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset GRX 400, Tiagra -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 2 × 10 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Grade Carbon Frame, Triple Triangle Design feat. Floating Seatstays, 12x142 Thru Axle, Flat Mount Disc (160mm), Tapered Headtube, Di2 and Dropper Compatible, PF30
Suspension Fork
Grade Carbon Fork, Tapered Carbon Steerer, 12x100 Thru Axle, Flat Mount Disc (160mm), Adjustable Flip Chip
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano GRX RX400, Shadow Plus
Front Derailleur
Shimano Tiagra, Braze-on
Shift Levers
Shimano GRX 400
Cassette
Shimano Taigra 11-34, 10-speed
Crank
FSA Omega Adventure, 46/30
Bottom Bracket
FSA PressFit 30
Chain
KMC X10, 10-speed
Pedals
GT Plastic OPC Body
Wheels
Front Hub
Formula CL-712, 12x100 Centerlock
Rear Hub
Formula RXC-400, 12x142 Centerlock
Rims
WTB ST i23 TCS 2.0, 28h, Tubeless Ready
Spokes
Stainless Steel, 14g
Tires
WTB Nano TCS Light, 700 x 40c, Tubeless Ready
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano GRX 400 Hydro Disc, 160/160mm RT30 Rotors
Cockpit
Stem
GT 3D Forged SL Alloy, 31.8
Handlebar
GT DropTune RS, Alloy, 16° Flare
Grips
GT Gravel Grip Premium Tape
Headset
FSA No.44, Integrated, Sealed Bearing
Seat
Saddle
Fabric Scoop Radius Sport, Steel Rails
Seatpost
GT Alloy, 27.2x350mm (44-58), 400mm (61)
About this model
Grade Carbon Elite is a Gt Grade model. 34 bikes variations carry this model name so far. Take a sneak peek at all Gt Grade bikes models from 2022, by clicking here.
Model range prices
GT Grade Elite 2022 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 1325$. On the other hand, GT Grade Carbon Pro 2022, is the most expensive and costs 4450$.
Safety
When cycling always take safety very seriously. Wear a helmet, obey the traffic rules and wear hi-vis clothes. In short, take care of yourself so others can take care of you.
Gravel bikes average price
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Gravel bike is 2462$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Gravel bike. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 3025$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Grade Carbon Elite price is 22.87% higher than the average cost of a Gravel bike.
Grade Carbon Elite components
Fork material
The fork on this bike is made out of carbon, so, it won’t add up to much weight to your bike. However, the price you have to pay for a carbon fork is considerably higher.
Wheels size
When leaving the production line, the Grade Carbon Elite model has 700c aluminum wheels. These are the most popular wheels for road, aero, gravel, cyclocross, race, and gravel bikes. However, these wheels don’t perform so well when passing over obstacles.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. GT Grade Carbon Elite has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Sizes
GT Grade Carbon Elite 2022 is available in one size only. In short, make sure you double-check if it fits you.