2025 Marin Gestalt XR Apex Gravel Bike

£2,279.00

Dispatched between 15th Feb and 17th Feb, if ordered before 2:00pm tomorrow.
Part Number:

737569002

GTIN/UPC:

843346125286

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The 2025 Marin Gestalt XR Apex Gravel Bike is a hard-charging, rough-and-rowdy take on what gravel and adventure bikes can do.

Gestalt X models are built with a longer-than-the-usual wheelbase, slack mountain-bike head angle, low-slung frame, wide bars, short stem, big and chunky tires with room for up to 50mm on 700c or 54mm with a 650b wheelset.

The Gestalt XR takes gravel to the next level. It starts with a Series 3 aluminium Gestalt X frame and adds a gravel-specific SRAM Apex 12-speed drivetrain, Apex hydraulic disc brakes, a TranzX dropper post, cushy and grippy 44mm wide Vee Tire Rubber and heaps of bespoke Marin components.

This bike is perfect for

Gravel riders who want to be able to hit some singletrack as well as traditional gravel roads. The Gestalt X has mountain bike inspired geometry and kit for extra off-road performance.

Key Features

  • Series 3 aluminium frame and carbon fork
  • SRAM Apex 1x12 speed gearing and hydraulic brakes
  • TranzX Dropper Seatpost


Gravel Bike Buying Guide

Gravel bikes have exploded in popularity over the last few years. There are now dozens of gravel bike events around the UK and a growing number of long distance cycling routes designed with gravel bikes in mind. In this gravel bike buying guide we’ll take you through the main things to consider when picking a gravel bike.

What’s the appeal of a gravel bike?

The main appeal of gravel bikes is versatility,. You can use them on normal roads but they’ll also work great on forest roads, old railway lines and farm tracks. So you can go for a ride off-road, avoiding cars and traffic, but link it with sections of tarmac as well. Of course you can do this on a mountain bike but a gravel bike will generally be faster and lighter. This also means you can cover some big distances when touring. A lot of gravel bike riders are road cyclists who want to get away from traffic.

As gravel bikes often get used for touring and bikepacking most will come with mounting points for bags. This luggage capacity combined with speed, and ability to handle mixed surfaces, means that gravel bikes are also extremely popular for commuting on.


Read our full gravel bike buying guide

Are Gravel Bikes Good for Commuting?

Gravel bikes are very popular for commuting. We sell lots of them on the cycle to work scheme. One of our biggest stores for gravel bike sales is our Greenwich shop in London. They're mainly selling them for commuting around central London on. We’re going to run you through the pros and cons of commuting on a gravel bike and answer the question ‘are gravel bikes good for commuting?’

The Pros of Commuting on a Gravel Bike

Gravel bikes are fast, nearly as quick as a standard road bike. They are certainly quicker on the road than most mountain bikes and many hybrids. That means you can get to work, and home, in the shortest time possible. But what makes gravel bikes so good for commuting is that they are extremely versatile. They can be ridden on tarmac, cycle paths, old railway lines, canal towpaths, and even off-road trails. So, it’s easy to mix it up on your commute and avoid traffic.

Another big advantage of commuting on a gravel bike is that they're generally more comfortable than road bikes. This is because they have wider tyres and longer wheelbases, which results in a smoother and more stable ride. So you don’t get bounced around as much on rough roads. Most gravel bikes have a fairly upright riding position which makes it easier to see what’s going on in traffic. The combination of stable handling and the comfortable riding position is a massive confidence boost for the rider, especially on wet roads.


Read more about the pros and cons of gravel bikes for commuting

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Frame Series 3 Beyond Road, 6061 Aluminum, Tapered Head Tube, Relieved BB, Internal Cable Routing, Mudguard and Rack Mounts, Flat Mount Disc, 142x12mm Thru-Axle
Rear Shock N/A
Fork Marin Full Carbon w/ Tapered Steerer, 12mm Thru-Axle, Flat-Mount Disc, Fender Eyelets
Headset FSA Orbit IS, Sealed Cartridge Bearings, 1 1/8" x 1 1/2"
Stem Marin 3D Forged Alloy
Handlebar Marin Butted Alloy, Compact 16deg Flared Drop
Grip Marin Shock Absorbing Perforated Tape
Brake Type SRAM Apex 1 1x12-Speed
Brake Lever SRAM Apex 1 Flat-Mount Hydraulic Disc, 160mm Rotor
Brake Calipers SRAM Apex 1 Flat-Mount Hydraulic Disc, 160mm Rotor
Tyres Vee Tire Co., Rocket Man, 700x44, Tubeless Compatible
Wheels Marin Aluminum Double Wall, 25mm Inner, 18mm Tall, Disc Specific, Tubeless Compatible
Front Hub Forged Aluminum Alloy, Disc, 32H
Rear Hub Forged Aluminum Alloy, Disc, 32H
Spokes 14g Black Stainless Steel
Front Derailleur N/A
Rear Derailleur SRAM Apex 1 12-Speed
Shift Levers SRAM Apex 1 12-Speed
Chain SRAM NX
Cassette SRAM CS-XG-1275, 10-52T
Crankset SRAM Apex 1, 40T
Pedals Nylon Pedals
Bottom Bracket SRAM DUB BSA
Saddle Marin Beyond Road Concept
Seat Post TranzX YSP38J, Size S-M 70mm, Size L-XL 110mm Travel, 27.2mm
Motor N/A
Battery N/A
eBike Display N/A
Colours BLACK GREY
Sizes L, M, S, XL
Brand Marin
Model Year 2025
Barcodes 843346125279, 843346125286, 843346125293, 843346125309
SKUs / Part Numbers 737569001, 737569002, 737569003, 737569004

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