Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon -
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
Carbon
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano GRX RX810
Front Derailleur
Shimano GRX RX810
Shift Levers
Shimano GRX RX600
Cassette
Shimano HG 700 11/34
Crank
Shimano GRX RX600-11 46/30
Bottom Bracket
Shimano BB-RS500
Chain
KMC X11EL
Wheels
Rims
Hunt - 4 season Gravel
Tires
Challenge Gravel Grinder Tubeless 700x38
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano BR-RX400
Brake Levers
Shimano GRX RX600
Disk Rotors
Shimano RT70 160mm / Shimano RT70 140mm
Cockpit
Stem
FSA Omega Pro
Handlebar
FSA NS Adventure Compact
Headset
NO.30/KIT + 3D + TH881-1
Seat
Saddle
Prologo M5 AGX T2.0
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XXS | XS | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.48 mm | 1.49 mm | 1.51 mm | 1.52 mm | 1.53 mm | 1.56 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 279 mm | 279 mm | 279 mm | 279 mm | 279 mm | 279 mm |
| Front Center | 590 mm | 593 mm | 606 mm | 612 mm | 628 mm | 641 mm |
| Rake | 54 mm | 53 mm | 54 mm | 49 mm | 49 mm | 49 mm |
| Trail | 73 mm | 64 mm | 60 mm | 62 mm | 62 mm | 59 mm |
| Stack | 533 mm | 553 mm | 573 mm | 593 mm | 613 mm | 638 mm |
| Reach | 359 mm | 370 mm | 380 mm | 390 mm | 400 mm | 410 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 495 mm | 516 mm | 537 mm | 559 mm | 582 mm | 606 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 75.5 ° | 74.9 ° | 74.3 ° | 73.7 ° | 73.1 ° | 72.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 420 mm | 450 mm | 485 mm | 520 mm | 555 mm | 590 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 69.5 ° | 71 ° | 71.4 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° | 72.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 120 mm | 135 mm | 154 mm | 171 mm | 192 mm | 216 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 431 mm | 431 mm | 431 mm | 431 mm | 431 mm | 431 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1011 mm | 1014 mm | 1027 mm | 1033 mm | 1049 mm | 1062 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 70 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm |
| Standover Height | 704 mm | 732 mm | 763 mm | 794 mm | 824 mm | 855 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
Model Overview
Dark Matter Shimano GRX is an Argon18 Dark model. Argon 18 released 15 bikes variations of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2021, by clicking on this link.
Safety
When you go for a ride, don’t forget to put your helmet on. Moreover, ride with traffic, not against it. This will help you stay visible to drivers and also makes it easier for them to see you.
Gravel bikes average price
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Gravel bike is 2462$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Gravel bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
Dark Matter Shimano GRX components
Fork material
Dark Matter Shimano GRX has a carbon fork, 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
The wheels on Dark Matter Shimano GRX are the 700c aluminum type. These are the most popular wheels for road, aero, gravel, cyclocross, race, and gravel bikes. However, while they give you great speed and control, these wheels are not so bump-friendly.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Dark Matter Shimano GRX comes with Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.