MASI Catalina Flat 1×9｜Chromoly Flat Bar Gravel Bike for Comfortable Rides on Paved and Unpaved Roads

A versatile bike with the supple ride quality unique to chromoly, enjoyable for daily commutes and weekend adventures.

The MASI Catalina Flat 1×9 is recommended for those looking for a bike that can be used casually for commuting to work or school, and then tempts them to take a longer route on weekends.

The supple ride created by the lightweight butted chromoly frame and fork absorbs road vibrations while providing comfortable propulsion. It's perfect for paved roads, as well as unpaved paths along riverbanks and forest roads.

The combination of a flat bar and 1x9-speed front single drivetrain offers simple, easy-to-use operation, making it ideal for those new to sports bikes. Furthermore, with its abundant mounting points, you can attach fenders and carriers to customize it from a commuter bike to a touring setup.

Its deep versatility, allowing you to enjoy everything from city riding to gravel rides and bikepacking, is its main appeal.

Features

• Features a butted chromoly frame and fork
• Supple ride quality and comfort unique to chromoly
• Simple 1x9-speed front single drivetrain
• 700x35C tires handle everything from paved roads to light gravel
• Stable braking performance from front and rear mechanical disc brakes
• Abundant mounting points allow for fenders and carriers
• Highly expandable for bikepacking and touring
• Road brake standard allows for future drop bar customization

SPEC

• Model: MASI Catalina Flat 1×9
• Frame: Butted Chromoly
• Fork: Chromoly
• Gears: 1×9 Speed
• Brakes: Mechanical Disc Brakes
• Tires: 700×35C (Center Ridge)
• Colors: Navy / Matt Titan / Italian Olive / Matt Moss Green / Matt Titan Gold
• Sizes: 430mm (153-160cm), 470mm (158-165cm), 490mm (163-170cm), 510mm (168-175cm), 535mm (173-180cm)

This gravel bike is highly recommended for those new to sports bikes.

The flat bar makes it easy to get used to, and the unique supple ride quality of chromoly makes even casual city riding a pleasure. With the reassurance of 35C tires, you can easily venture onto not only paved roads but also gravel paths and riverbanks.

Personally, I think this bike is also a very interesting base for customization. You can customize it in various ways, such as adding fenders and a rack for commuting, setting it up for bikepacking, or converting it to a touring bike with drop bars. It's recommended for those looking for a chromoly bike they can enjoy for a long time.