“Redesigned from the ground up, the new GT Grade is built for adventure right out of the box; more compliant, versatile and adjustable than ever before. With a new, leaner look, and a purposeful redesign of the iconic Triple Triangle, the Grade has been engineered to ride further and faster.”
“GT went rogue back in 2015 when we introduced the first Grade. GT was at the forefront of this emerging gravel scene and became the first brand to develop disc brake equipped carbon gravel bikes,” said Patrick Kaye, GT Senior Product Manager. “The increased performance and added adaptability that we’ve engineered into the new Grade meets the needs of today’s gravel and adventure rider.”
“The new Grade, which features a completely redesigned Triple Triangle with floating seat stays, offers all-day rideability. With more vertical compliance than the previous generation, the Grade provides an even more comfortable time in the saddle, no matter the terrain.”
“A flip chip fork gives riders the flexibility to adjust their ride and geometry and adapt to their terrain, providing extra stability or sharper handling. 15 mm of adjustability lets riders to go from 55 mm to 70 mm of fork offset. The 55 mm offset is perfect for gravel race days while the 70 mm offset or “low trail” setting is ideal when the Grade is loaded up with cargo for a bike packing adventure.”
“The Grade’s seat stays are comprised of two lightweight fibers – carbon and fiberglass. The solid fiberglass core provides toughness and damping; the carbon fiber outer layers act to control stiffness, resulting in Dual Fiber Dynamics. In the end, riders are left with a bike that provides a lot more control and less fatigue.”
“In it for the long haul, the Grade also has all the frame and fork mounts for all the bags and bottles needed for a never-ending adventure. It even comes with top tube feedbag bosses and fork leg “anything cage” bosses. The alloy Grade frame even features bottle bosses on the seat stays!”
“The Grade is designed with smart cable routing in mind, which means shifting and brakes are routed externally for easy upkeep, while Di2 and stealth dropper posts are routed internally for a clean look. In addition, no proprietary parts allow riders to modify their stock set up with ease.”
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The all-new GT Grade will be available in three carbon models and two alloy models. Of interest, all of the new GT Grades are 2x bikes only with excellent sub-compact gearing options.
SIZES | 44, 48, 51, 55, 58, 61 |
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FRAME | All New Grade Carbon 700c Frame, EnduRoad Triple Triangle Design feat. Floating Seatstays, 12×142 Thru Axle, Flat Mount Disc (160mm), Tapered Headtube, Di2 and Dropper Compatible, PF30 |
FORK | All-New Grade Carbon fork with tapered carbon steerer, flip chip axle positioning, 12×100 Thru Axle, Flat Mount Disc (160mm), pannier and fender compatible |
CHAIN | KMC X11, 11-speed |
CRANK | FSA Energy Modular Adventure, 46/30 |
BOTTOM BRACKET | FSA PressFit 30 |
PEDALS | Not Included |
FRONT DERAILLEUR | Shimano Ultegra Di2, braze-on |
REAR DERAILLEUR | Shimano Ultegra RX 805 Di2 |
SHIFTERS | Shimano Ultegra Di2 hydro disc, 2×11 |
COG SET | Shimano 105, 11-34, 11-speed |
RIMS | WTB KOM Light i23 TCS, 28h, tubeless ready |
WHEELS SPOKES | Stainless steel, 14g |
BRAKES | Shimano Ultegra hydro disc, 160/160mm RT70 rotors |
BRAKE LEVERS | Shimano Ultegra Di2 hydro disc |
HANDLEBAR | All-New GT DropTune Super Light, double butted 6061 alloy, 16-degree flare |
STEM | GT Design 3D forged 6061, 4 bolt face plate 6° Rise, 31.8mm Clamp |
GRIPS | Velo Cork, 3mm |
HEADSET | FSA NO. 44, Integrated, Sealed Bearing |
SADDLE | Fabric Scoop Shallow Elite, cr-mo rails |
SEAT POST | GT Carbon, 27.2x350mm (44-58), 400mm (61) |
SIZES | 44, 48, 5, 55, 58, 61 |
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FRAME | All New Grade Carbon 700c Frame, EnduRoad Triple Triangle Design feat. Floating Seatstays, 12×142 Thru Axle, Flat Mount Disc (160mm), Tapered Headtube, Di2 and Dropper Compatible, PF30 |
FORK | All-New Grade Carbon fork with tapered carbon steerer, flip chip axle positioning, 12×100 Thru Axle, Flat Mount Disc (160mm), pannier and fender compatible |
CHAIN | KMC X11, 11-speed |
CRANK | FSA Omega Adventure, 46/30 |
BOTTOM BRACKET | FSA PressFit 30 |
PEDALS | Not Included |
FRONT DERAILLEUR | Shimano 105, braze-on |
REAR DERAILLEUR | Shimano 105 GS |
SHIFTERS | Shimano 105 hydro disc, 2×11 |
COG SET | Shimano 105, 11-34, 11-speed |
RIMS | WTB ST i23 TCS 2.0, 28h, tubeless ready |
WHEELS SPOKES | Stainless steel, 14g |
BRAKES | Shimano 105 hydro disc, 160/160mm RT30 rotors |
BRAKE LEVERS | Shimano 105 hydro disc |
HANDLEBAR | All-New GT DropTune Super Light, double butted 6061 alloy, 16° flare |
STEM | GT Design 3D forged 6061, 4 bolt face plate 6° Rise, 31.8mm Clamp |
GRIPS | Velo Cork, 3mm |
HEADSET | FSA NO. 44, Integrated, Sealed Bearing |
SADDLE | Fabric Scoop Radius Sport |
SEAT POST | GT Carbon, 27.2x350mm (44-58), 400mm (61) |
SIZES | 44, 48, 5, 55, 58, 61 |
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FRAME | All New Grade Carbon 700c Frame, EnduRoad Triple Triangle Design feat. Floating Seatstays, 12×142 Thru Axle, Flat Mount Disc (160mm), Tapered Headtube, Di2 and Dropper Compatible, PF30 |
FORK | All-New Grade Carbon fork with tapered carbon steerer, flip chip axle positioning, 12×100 Thru Axle, Flat Mount Disc (160mm), pannier and fender compatible |
CHAIN | KMC X10, 10-speed |
CRANK | FSA Omega Adventure, 46/30 |
BOTTOM BRACKET | FSA PressFit 30 |
PEDALS | Not Included |
FRONT DERAILLEUR | Shimano Tiagra, braze-on |
REAR DERAILLEUR | Shimano Tiagra GS |
SHIFTERS | Shimano Tiagra hydro disc, 2×10 |
COG SET | Shimano HG500, 11-34, 10-speed |
RIMS | WTB ST i23 TCS 2.0, 28h, tubeless ready |
WHEELS SPOKES | Stainless steel, 14g |
BRAKES | Shimano Tiagra hydro disc, 160/160mm RT30 rotors |
BRAKE LEVERS | Shimano Tiagra hydro disc |
HANDLEBAR | GT DropTune RS, alloy, 16° flare |
STEM | GT Design 3D forged 6061, 4 bolt face plate 6° Rise, 31.8mm Clamp |
GRIPS | Velo Cork, 3mm |
HEADSET | FSA NO. 44, Integrated, Sealed Bearing |
SADDLE | Fabric Scoop Radius Sport, steel rails |
SEAT POST | GT Carbon, 27.2x350mm (44-58), 400mm (61) |
SIZES | 44, 48, 51, 55, 58 |
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FRAME | All New Grade Alloy 700c/650b Frame, EnduRoad Triple Triangle Design feat. Floating Seatstays, 12×142 Thru Axle, Flat Mount Disc (160mm), Tapered Headtube, External Dropper Compatible, BSA 73mm |
FORK | All-New Grade Carbon fork with tapered carbon steerer, 12×100 Thru Axle, Flat Mount Disc (160mm), pannier and fender compatible |
CHAIN | KMC X11, 11-speed |
CRANK | FSA Vero Pro 48/32 |
BOTTOM BRACKET | Cartridge, square taper |
PEDALS | GT Plastic OPC Body |
FRONT DERAILLEUR | Shimano 105, braze-on |
REAR DERAILLEUR | Shimano 105 GS |
SHIFTERS | Shimano 105, 2×11 |
COG SET | Shimano 105, 11-34, 11-speed |
RIMS | WTB ST i23 TCS, 28h, tubeless ready |
WHEELS SPOKES | 14g Stainless steel |
BRAKES | Tektro mechanical disc, 160/160mm rotors |
BRAKE LEVERS | Shimano 105 |
HANDLEBAR | GT DropTune RS, alloy, 16° flare |
STEM | 6061 Alloy, 31.8, 7° |
GRIPS | Velo Cork, 3mm |
HEADSET | FSA NO. 44, Integrated, Sealed Bearing |
SADDLE | GT Grade saddle, steel rails |
SEAT POST | 6061 Alloy Micro Adjust, 15mm offset, 27.2 x 300mm (44cm), 350mm (48-58cm), 400mm (61cm) |
SIZES | 44, 48, 51, 55, 58 |
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FRAME | All New Grade Alloy 700c/650b Frame, EnduRoad Triple Triangle Design feat. Floating Seatstays, 12×142 Thru Axle, Flat Mount Disc (160mm), Tapered Headtube, External Dropper Compatible, BSA 73mm |
FORK | All-New Grade Carbon fork with tapered carbon steerer, 12×100 Thru Axle, Flat Mount Disc (160mm), pannier and fender compatible |
CHAIN | KMC X8, 8-speed |
CRANK | FSA Tempo Adventure, 48/32 |
BOTTOM BRACKET | Cartridge, square taper |
PEDALS | Not Included |
FRONT DERAILLEUR | Shimano Claris, braze-on |
REAR DERAILLEUR | Shimano Claris |
SHIFTERS | Shimano Claris, 2×8 |
COG SET | Sunrace, 11-34, 8-speed |
RIMS | WTB ST i23 TCS, 28h, tubeless ready |
WHEELS SPOKES | 14g Stainless steel |
BRAKES | Tektro mechanical disc, 160/160mm rotors |
BRAKE LEVERS | Shimano Claris |
HANDLEBAR | GT DropTune RS, alloy, 10° flare |
STEM | 6061 Alloy, 31.8, 7° |
GRIPS | Velo Cork, 3mm |
HEADSET | FSA NO. 44, Integrated, Sealed Bearing |
SADDLE | GT Pavement, steel rails |
SEAT POST | One bolt aluminum, 15mm offset, 27.2mm |
Lifestyle Photos of the GT Grade
For more information on the Grade, visit www.gtbicycles.com
It says above that the alu frames have a BSA 73mm BB shell – is this correct? If it is it will severely limit what cranks will fit; 68mm would be much more sensible as usually only MTB cranks fit in 73mm shells. 🙁
The “floating seat stays” are a direct copy from the Volagi Liscio & Viaje bikes from almost 10 years ago.
Pity they didn’t acknowledge where that inspiration came from ….
The inspirations came from GT MTB bikes from 30 years ago.
I can’t find tire size range anywhere in this article or on their website.