2025 Marin Headlands 2 Gravel Bike

£2,899.00

Dispatched between 9th Feb and 11th Feb, if ordered before 2:00pm today.
Part Number:

737572005

GTIN/UPC:

843346125477

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The 2025 Marin Headlands 2 Gravel Bike has a full unidirectional carbon chassis that is purpose- built for multi-surface adventures, be they short days or long weeks in the saddle.

The 1x specific construction of the frame means short chainstays that still fit up to 700x45mm/650Bx47mm tyres. The longer top tube and shorter stems of the bike takes cues from modern mountain bikes on technical off-road trail, while still maintaining a comfortable, fast, and efficient ride on flatter terrain. Internal housing routing and tons of mounts on the frame allow you to fit the bike with anything from water and tubes, to a full custom frame bag from your favourite maker using the attachments found around the front triangle, while conventional rack and mudguard mounts can transition the bike into a capable winter commuter.

The Marin Headlands 2 is Marin's top-spec, top-performance gravel and adventure bike. It comes with a gravel-specific SRAM Apex 12-speed drivetrain, 45mm Vee Tire Co tyres and Marin wheels and finishing kit. Last but not least, a TranzX dropper seat post lets you really push your Headlands’ limits on the trails.

This bike is perfect for

Gravel riders who want a lightweight bike which takes cues from mountain bike geometry for improved off-road handling.

Key Features

  • Unidirectional Carbon Beyond Road Platform Frame and Carbon Fork
  • Shimano Apex 1x12 gearing and Hydraulic Brakes
  • Clearance for 700x45mm/650Bx47mm tyres
  • 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 Unidirectional Carbon Beyond Road Platform, 1x Drivetrain Specific, 700c x 45mm/650B x 50mm Compatible, Flat Mount Disc, 142x12mm Thru-Axle, Internal Dropper Post Routing, Internal Housing Routing, Mudguard and Rear Carrier Mounting, Plentiful Gear Mounts
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 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., G-Sport, 700cx44, Tubeless Compatible
Wheels Marin Aluminum Double Wall, 21mm Inner, 21mm Tall, Disc Specific, Tubeless Compatible
Front Hub Forged Aluminum Alloy, Disc, 28H
Rear Hub Forged Aluminum Alloy, Disc, 28H
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 49-54 70mm, Size 56-60 110mm Travel, 27.2mm
Motor N/A
Battery N/A
eBike Display N/A
Colours BLUE GREEN GREY
Sizes 49, 52, 54, 56, 58, 60
Brand Marin
Model Year 2025
Barcodes 843346125439, 843346125446, 843346125453, 843346125460, 843346125477, 843346125484
SKUs / Part Numbers 737572001, 737572002, 737572003, 737572004, 737572005, 737572006

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