[Out-of-stock sale! 30% OFF] Get the MARIN GESTALT.2023 gravel road bike for under 100,000 yen in our special sale

September 11, 2024

The "GESTALT.2023", an aluminum entry-level gravel road bike from US-based "MARIN BIKES", is currently on sale at a great 28% OFF!

It features numerous eyelets for attaching carriers, racks, fenders, etc., and a frame design that allows for all-round riding. This model excels at touring rather than aggressive gravel riding!

Moreover, the price for a model equipped with Shimano CLARIS and disc brakes is quite a bargain!

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"About Model, Price, and Size"
"About Frame Performance"
"About Parts Configuration"
"Summary of GESTALT"

2023.MARIN GESTALT

【Manufacturer's suggested retail price】￥132,000 (tax included) ⇒SALE: ￥92,400 (tax included)
【Colors (2 colors total)】GLOSS.BLACK/BLUE, GLOSS.BLUE/GREEN
【Sizes (approximate height)】52cm: 160cm-168cm, 54cm: 168cm-175cm, 56cm: 175cm-183cm

About Gestalt Frame Performance

MARIN BIKES, based in its home country, is a brand strong in off-road models. Therefore, it has a rich lineup that focuses on durability rather than lightness ◎

The GESTALT also features a tough frame, which is an advantage as a gravel road bike for riding on gravel and forest roads, and in terms of its expandability for loading ◎

The seat tube features a design reminiscent of American cedar, which is a symbol of MARIN, and I personally find it very appealing ◎

Frame Geometry

MARIN/マリン自転車グラベルロードバイクゲシュタルト安い強化

Frame Size	480（52）	500（54）	520（56）
HA	71.5	71.5	71.5
SA	74	73.5	73.5
TT	535（52）	550（54）	565（56）
HT	135	150	170
FC	-
RC	432	432	432
BB	78	78	78
FO	50	50	50
WB	1014	1024	1040
SH	732	755	775
SK	568	582	601
RH	372	377	387
Applicable Height	160~168（52）	168~175（54）	175~183（56）

The frame geometry features a design that prioritizes stability, with a slightly lowered center of gravity.

It's not designed for swiftly cruising paved roads like a road bike, but rather to be easy to control even when loaded with luggage on gravel or forest roads. ◎

While lowering the center of gravity can have the negative impression of reducing pedaling performance, the GESTALT frame features thick chainstays and dropped seatstays, among other design elements, to prevent sacrificing pedaling performance, resulting in a surprisingly light ride. ◎

The head tube length is slightly longer compared to road bikes. The riding position is more upright than a road bike, but slightly more forward-leaning than a cross bike.

Other features are a popular design, which can be said to be an easy-to-handle design without excess.

The eyelets are abundantly arranged, as is typical for gravel road bikes. You can attach carriers and racks, as well as fenders, of course. ◎

Wheel attachment is not the popular thru-axle standard of today, but rather the traditional quick release.

Although it has less fixing power, it has advantages such as lower initial and maintenance costs, and easy attachment/detachment when transporting the bike, making opinions on it mixed.

The front fork is made of aluminum. Personally, I wish it had a carbon fork, but it's also a choice that's characteristic of the Marin Bikes brand.

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About the Gestalt's Parts Configuration

The GESTALT's basic configuration is an entry-level specification featuring Shimano CLARIS (2x8 speed).

TEKTRO mechanical disc brakes are used for the brakes.

The handlebars are flared handlebars, which are popular on gravel road bikes, designed for comfortable lower-hand positions on rough roads. ◎

The tires chosen are 700x35c, with a tread pattern that performs well on both on and off-road surfaces.

There's a fair bit of tire clearance, but extremely wide tires like 50c might be difficult. However, tires around 40c, which are easy to handle on Japanese terrain, seem to be fine.

The parts configuration is a popular specification for this class. Although it's a resin pedal, it's a bit unusual that pedals are standard equipment!

Specifications

Tire Size	700c
Gear Speeds	2x8speed
Pedals	Commute Platform
Specifications	Frame	Series 2 Beyond Road, 6061 Aluminum, 700C Wheels, Relieved Head Tube and BB, Internal Cable Routing,Disc Specific Forged Dropouts w/ Mudguard and Rack Mounts
	Fork	6061 Aluminum, Straight-Blade, Post-Mount Disc
	Crankset	FSA Tempo Compact, 50/34T
	BB	Sealed Bearing Square Taper
	Front Derailleur	Shimano Claris
	Rear Derailleur	Shimano Claris 8-Speed
	Shifters	Shimano Claris 2×8-Speed
	Cassette	SunRace 8-Speed, 11-32T
	Brake Levers	Shimano w/ Integrated Shifters
	Brakes	Promax Render R Road Mechanical Disc
	Tires	Vee Tire Co., Spicer, 700×35
	Wheels	Rim：Marin Aluminum Double Wall, 19mm Inner, 25mm Tall, Disc Specific, Tubeless Compatible Hub Rear：Forged Aluminum Alloy, Disc, 32H Hub Front：Forged Aluminum Alloy, Disc, 32H Spokes：14g Black Stainless Steel
	Handlebar	Marin Butted Alloy, Compact 16º Flared Drop
	Stem	Marin 3D Forged Alloy
	Headset	FSA No.8B
	Saddle	Marin Beyond Road Concept
	Seatpost	Marin Alloy, 27.2mm

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Summary of 2023.MARIN GESTALT

A model designed for beginner riders who want both a road bike and a gravel bike.
Combines a rigid aluminum frame with a lightweight aluminum front fork, and comes standard with Shimano Claris as the main component.
Offers optimal performance in a variety of situations, from commuting and fitness in urban life to weekend road rides and gravel rides.