Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Steel -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset GRX 800, GRX 600 -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 2 × 11 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Steel
Suspension Fork
Chromoly Disc Fork With Anything Cage Mounts
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano GRX RD-RX810 Medium Cage
Front Derailleur
Shimano GRX FD-RX810
Shift Levers
Shimano GRX ST-RX600 11 Speed
Cassette
Shimano CS-HG700-11 11-34T
Bottom Bracket
Prowheel BB68+
Chain
KMX X11
Pedals
NW-91K With Cage
Wheels
Front Hub
Formula Front - CL-712 / Rear - RXC-142S
Rear Hub
Formula Front - CL-712 / Rear - RXC-142S
Rims
WTB ST i23 TCS 2.0 32H
Spokes
Steel 14 g
Tires
WTB Raddler 700 x 40c Tubeless Ready
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano GRX BR-RX400 Hydraulic Disc
Brake Levers
Shimano GRX ST-RX600 11 Speed
Cockpit
Stem
Genesis Alloy 31.8mm -6 deg 100 mm
Headset
PT-1770 EC34 Upper / EC34 Lower
Seat
Saddle
Genesis
Seatpost
Genesis Alloy 27.2 x 350 mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | MD | LG |
|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.55 mm | 1.56 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 276 mm | 276 mm |
| Rake | 50 mm | 50 mm |
| Stack | 587 mm | 606 mm |
| Reach | 379 mm | 389 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 555 mm | 576 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73.5 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 530 mm | 550 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 71.5 ° | 71.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 155 mm | 175 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1029 mm | 1046 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 73 mm | 73 mm |
| Standover Height | 802 mm | 820 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 |
About this model
Croix De Fer 40 completes the Genesis Croix model. There are 58 bikes that carry this model name. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2023, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
Genesis Croix De Fer 10 Flat Bar 2023 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 1337$. Genesis Croix De Fer Ti 2023 on the other hand costs 6081$, and is the most expensive model.
Safety
Make sure you wear a helmet on every ride, and that your bike performs well. In short, this means checking the tires, brakes, and chain to make sure everything is in good working order.
Gravel bikes average price
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Gravel bike that is reliable is 2462$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Gravel bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
This bike was released in 2023 and its price was 3040$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Croix De Fer 40 price is 23.48% higher than the average cost of a Gravel bike.
Overview of components
Fork material
Croix De Fer 40 has a steel fork, which tends to be more flexible than carbon forks in general. However, a carbon fork is considerably lighter.
Wheels
The wheels on Croix De Fer 40 are the 700c aluminum type. These wheels are the most used kind for road bikes in general. However, while they give you great speed and control, these wheels are not so bump-friendly.
Brakes
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This bike has Hydraulic Disc brakes. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.