Need a cyclocross / gravel / winter / training bike?

More than a road bike the bikes that are in the new “Gravel Grinder” category can function very well at multiple tasks. These sport utility road bikes make excellent all purpose bikes. Ride these bikes to the end of the road and beyond.

Compared to a road bike these bikes have larger tires, greater chainstay and fork clearance, a more stable and comfortable geometry, wider gear ranges.

Marin Gestalt 3 gravel road bike
Marin Gestalt 3 beyond the paved road bike with alloy frame, carbon fork, hydro brakes and 1 X 11 drivetrain Sale $2100.00
thru axle gravel bike
New Naild 12.3.9 quick release thru-axle, paired with the new NavIt fork provide the fastest QR action, with all the stiffness and tracking performance thru-axles are famous for.
Marin Gestalt 2 Gravel Bike
Marin Gestalt 2 with knobby 35 tires and fenders

Larger tires give the bike more traction, a better ride on uneven surfaces, more stability overall. Tire width can range from 30mm to 48mm for the gravel grinder bikes.

Louis Garneau Garibaldi 1 Gravel Bike
Louis Garneau Garibaldi 1 gravel bike with alloy frame and carbon fork. $1999.00

Bigger clearances at the chainstays and fork allow the bikes to be fitted with full fenders. Perfect for commuting or winter road riding/training. If the roads are icy you can fit studded tires for greater traction.

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Marin Gestalt with studded tires

In addition to wider tires, gravel bikes have geometry that favors stability and comfort. The wheelbase of a gravel bike is longer than most road bikes, thanks to longer chainstays and slacker head tube angles. Head tubes are generally taller as well, placing the rider in a more relaxed, upright position. Bottom brackets are often lower, which gives the rider the sensation of riding in, rather than on the bicycle.

The end result of these geometry differences is a more comfortable, confidence-inspiring and forgiving ride than one would find in a typical road bike.

Garneau Gravel Bike Garibaldi 3
Louis Garneau Garibaldi 3 gravel bike with alloy frame, carbon fork, 700X35 tires, Shimano drivetrain, Promax disc brakes $1200.00

Gearing is another area where these bikes diverge from the pack. Given the terrain, many gravel bikes feature compact or smaller gearing and wide-range cassettes. Cranksets with 50/34 or 48/32t are common. Likewise, many gravel bikes come with 1x gearing with ultra-wide 10-42t cassette.

 

Marin Fairfax SC 4 Belt Drive

 

The Marin Fairfax SC 4 Belt drive gives you road bike speed, urban utility and a smooth-running belt-driven, internally-geared 8-speed drivetrain. You can have it all. A lightweight Series 3 alloy frame and fork, hydraulic disc brakes and reflective sidewall, puncture-resistant Schwalbe tires will make the Fairfax SC4 Belt your go-to bike for commuting and other urban adventures.
Series 3 Frames have 3D forged dropouts with integrated post mount disc brake mounts, rear mounted kickstand attachment, and dual eyelets for quick and easy fender and rack mounting.
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What are the advantages of the belt drive? The advantages are that it is clean, quiet, light and strong. Carbon Drive never requires any lubrication, and if it gets dirty you can simply hose it off with no worry of rust. Gates Carbon Drive is also lighter and stronger than most chains due to the carbon fiber cords, and users typically get two to three times the lifespan of a chain.
3D forged dropouts with integrated post mount disc brake mounts, rear-mounted kickstand attachment, and dual eyelets for quick and easy fender and rack mounting.
3D forged dropouts with integrated post mount disc brake mounts, rear-mounted kickstand attachment, and dual eyelets for quick and easy fender and rack mounting.
The Fairfax models come equipped with puncture-resistant tires featuring minimal tread for increased control in inclement weather and on rough roads.
To see the full Marin Farfax line up check out the video below.

EVO Toba HB1 Disc Ebike Long Range

EVO Toba HB1

Lightweight, long range ebike with hydraulic disc brakes and 27 speed Shimano drivetrain.  Perfect for commuting, errand running, or just getting around.

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EVO Toba HB1 with the 500 watt motor and 48v 11.6ah battery with a 130km range

Initial impression is that this is a very quick, comfortable easy to ride bike. And it is. At 47.5 pounds it is lighter that most other ebikes too.

The bike itself features a Shimano 27 speed drivetrain with a Deore rear derailleur and Acera rapidfire shifters. The crankset is 28/38/48 teeth which makes for good speed and efficiency. A bonus is the pant guard to keep your trousers clean on the way to work.

In addition to the regenerative braking that the Bionx system provides the HB1 is equipped with  Tektro Hydraulic brakes for excellent stopping power.

The alloy wheels are double walled for strength and have Schwable Marathon Green Guard (flat prevention) tires with reflective sidewalls.

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Schwable Marathon Green Guard tires with 3mm puncture protection.
The HB1 features Tektro's hydraulic disc brakes with the Bionx regenerative switch.
The HB1 features Tektro’s hydraulic disc brakes with the Bionx regenerative switch.

The HB1 also has a built-in mount for the ebike kickstand that is included.

The Bionx system

The HB1 comes equipped with the 2016 Bionx 500w 48v D series kit. Assist levels are 35, 75, 150, and 300% of the power that the load sensor senses that you are putting into the pedals.

BionX motors offer you powerful proportional electric assist in any situation, whether it’s a commute across town in the morning, or a weekend ride through the countryside. But did you know they can also act as a generator to help recharge your battery and boost your range?

All BionX systems come with Regenerative Braking, so when you squeeze your bike’s brake lever, energy is sent back to the Li-Ion batteries, helping them recharge. And if you are traveling down a steep hill and want some extra braking, or want a greater workout as you pedal, switch the BionX system into one of the four Generate Mode levels. You’ll feel resistance, and even more energy is returned to the battery pack.

The new distinctive design is noise and vibration free with generate/regenerative braking mode and proven strain gauge technology. The D-series motor is extremely sporty, lightweight and powerful – sticking to the principle, that an ebike has to ride and feel like a bicycle.

 

 

Marin Lombard

The Lombard is a comfortable bike that cover a wide range of uses. Great for commuting, touring, and everyday riding.

A Shimano Sora triple 27-speed drivetrain with wide-range gearing help reduce the strain of hills while mixed-tread Schwalbe Road Cruiser tires provide secure handling both on road and off. Promax Render R disc brakes provide all-weather performance.
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3D forged dropouts with integrated post mount disc brake mounts, rear-mounted kickstand attachment, and dual eyelets for quick and easy fender and rack mounting.
3D forged dropouts with integrated post mount disc brake mounts, rear-mounted kickstand attachment, and dual eyelets for quick and easy fender and rack mounting.

Marin Lombard Elite

Part adventure bike, and part urban warrior. Born from cyclocross and touring parents, the Lombard can tackle the weekly commute as well as stretch its legs to venture out on weekend road or gravel adventures.

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Series 3 6061 disc brake frames utilize butted aluminum tubing with upgraded seatstays and SHOT Tech to minimize weight and maximize strength and stiffness.

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Wide-range 2×10 gearing, utilizing FSA Gossamer forged arm 48/34t crank and SRAM X7 Type 2 rear derailleur with clutch system reduces rough road-induced chain slap on the 11-36t cassette.

A wide-range SRAM Apex/X7 drivetrain has the durability of mountain bike components on a drop-bar bike, and the mixed-tread Schwalbe G-ONE 35c tires provide speed and secure handling both on road and off. Tektro Spyre-C disc brakes provide all-condition performance and a unique reflective decal system helps keep you visible while riding at night.

 

For more details check the video below.

Marin San Rafael DS 4 dual sport hybrid 29er

The San Rafael DS4 is the ultimate traveling partner, whether it’s a weekend excursion or year-long journey. The lightweight Series 3 aluminum frame features full rack and fender mounts for accessories as well as our Dual Sport geometry, which is designed to offer stable handling regardless of terrain. A Suntour NCXD fork with hydraulic lockout offers plush control in the rough while being able to roll fast for san-rafael-ds4pavement riding. Tektro Gemini hydraulic disc brakes keep the bike in control in any situation rain or shine, and a Shimano Deore & Alivio premium 27-speed drivetrain gives you the smooth shifting and wide gear range to tackle any grade of terrain.
3D forged dropouts with integrated post mount disc brake mounts, rear-mounted kickstand attachment, and dual eyelets for quick and easy fender and rack mounting.
3D forged dropouts with integrated post mount disc brake mounts, rear-mounted kickstand attachment, and dual eyelets for quick and easy fender and rack mounting.

Marin Gestalt – the back country road bike

Great new bike for exploring Vancouver Island. You can combine a paved road trip with a logging road trip to do a loop. Say from Parksville to Port Alberni on the pavement, then to Courtenay on the logging roads and return to Parksville on the pavement. Beyond Road – it’s that feeling you get when you peel off the pavement and explore that piece of dusty doubletrack that has always intrigued you. The all-new Gestalt 3 is ready to take you there, with our premium Series 4 triple-butted aluminum frame with a 142x12mm rear thru-axle and Naild’s innovative NavIt carbon fork with quick-release thru-axle. A SRAM Rival 1 drivetrain effectively transmits your power to the rear wheel through 11 speeds, while Rival hydraulic disc brakes instill confidence on the steepest descents in all conditions. Schwalbe G-ONE 30c, folding bead, tubeless-ready tires are mated to tubeless-ready rims for sublime performance on all surfaces. Integrated mounts make it easy to bolt on a rack and fenders for commuting or light touring, making the Gestalt 3 truly one of the most-versatile bikes in our lineup.
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Marin Gestalt 3 beyond the paved road bike with hydro brakes and 1 X 11 drivetrain

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thru axle road bike
New Naild 12.3.9 quick release thru-axle, paired with the new NavIt fork provide the fastest QR action, with all the stiffness and tracking performance thru-axles are famous for.

For more details watch the video below.