principia G2 2023
2023 Road
Estimate price |
3,669$
Weight | 9.3 kg 
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
Principia CHF-18 Carbon
Suspension Fork
Principia CHK80-ET-M12 Carbon
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano GRX RX810
Front Derailleur
Shimano GRX RX810
Shift Levers
Shimano GRX ST-RX600 2x11
Cassette
Shimano CS-HG700 11sp 11-34T
Crank
Shimano FC-RX600 46/30T 170mm
Chain
Shimano CN-HG601-11
Pedals
Not included
Wheels
Rims
LiTE Gravel w. thru axle, tubeless ready
Tires
Panaracer GravelKing SK 700x38C
Brakes
Brakes
Front: Shimano BR-RX400 hydraulic disc brake, 160 mm. rotor, Rear: Shimano BR-RX400 hydraulic disc brake, 160 mm. rotor
Cockpit
Stem
Ritchey
Handlebar
Ritchey Comp VentureMax, 31.8 mm/440 mm
Grips
Principia bar tape
Seat
Saddle
Principia
Seatpost
Ritchey
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 48cm | 50cm | 52cm | 54cm | 56cm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.54 mm | 1.58 mm | 1.58 mm | 1.58 mm | 1.59 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 275 mm | 277.5 mm | 277.5 mm | 280 mm | 280 mm |
| Front Center | 597 mm | 602 mm | 613 mm | 625 mm | 640 mm |
| Rake | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm |
| Trail | 74.4 mm | 72.8 mm | 69.4 mm | 69.4 mm | 69.4 mm |
| Stack | 559.1 mm | 576.5 mm | 592.7 mm | 604.4 mm | 623.3 mm |
| Reach | 363.6 mm | 364.6 mm | 374.4 mm | 382.6 mm | 391.5 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 520 mm | 540 mm | 555 mm | 570 mm | 585 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74.5 ° | 73.2 ° | 73.2 ° | 72.9 ° | 72.9 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 480 mm | 500 mm | 520 mm | 540 mm | 560 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70.5 ° | 70.75 ° | 71.25 ° | 71.25 ° | 71.25 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 115 mm | 135 mm | 150 mm | 165 mm | 185 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 430 mm | 430 mm | 430 mm | 430 mm | 430 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1012 mm | 1018 mm | 1029 mm | 1042 mm | 1058 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 85 mm | 82 mm | 82 mm | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Standover Height | 739 mm | 756 mm | 773 mm | 791 mm | 809 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
Model Overview
G2 belongs to the Principia G2 model. Principia released 1 bike variation of this model so far.
Safety
Your safety is a top priority so always wear a helmet when you ride your bike. Moreover, wear the right clothing. You want to be visible to other drivers, so avoid wearing dark clothing.
Average price for Gravel bikes
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Gravel bike that is reliable is 2462$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Gravel bike. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 3397$. Comparing the average cost of a Gravel bike to this one, you will see that G2 price is 37.98% higher.
Gravel bikes average weight
Gravel bikes have an average weight of 8.45 kg (18.63 lbs). Having an easier bike than average will give you a great advantage on climbs. However, a heavier bike will gain more speed on descends.
G2 weighs 9.3 kg (20.5 lbs) and is considerably heavier than the average. In other words, this model is 10.06% heavier than the average Gravel bike.
G2 components
Fork material
The fork is made out of carbon, so, it’s a great addition to the bike’s value. However, carbon forks should be regularly inspected for damage because even the smallest crack could cause the fork to fall apart.
Wheels size
As for the wheels, Principia G2 2023, has a 700c aluminum model. There is no doubt, that 700c wheels are very popular on all road bike models. However, these wheels don’t perform so well when passing over obstacles.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Principia G2 is equipped with Hydraulic Disc brakes. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.