2018 Marin Gestalt vs 2017 Specialized Diverge Elite DSW
The Specialized Diverge Elite DSW size closest to your 54 is the 56. Compare the 56 instead
What changes on the Specialized Diverge Elite DSW
Compared with the Marin Gestalt in 54, the Specialized Diverge Elite DSW in 61 places the top of the head tube 62 mm higher and 23 mm further forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 46 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.
- Frame stack
- +62 mm
- Higher front end
- Frame reach
- +23 mm
- Longer frame reach
- Wheelbase
- +46 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- +0.8°
- Steeper: sharper steering
- Chainstays
- +3 mm
- Longer: more planted
The two frames
Marin Gestalt, 54Specialized Diverge Elite DSW, 61Drawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Marin Gestalt 54 | Specialized Diverge Elite DSW 61 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 375.4 | 398mm | +23 mm |
| Stack | 581.2 | 643mm | +62 mm |
| Head tube angle | 72.25 | 73° | +0.8° |
| Seat tube angle | 73.5 | 72.5° | −1.0° |
| Effective top tube | 547 | 601mm | +54 mm |
| Chainstay length | 417 | 420mm | +3 mm |
| Wheelbase | 993 | 1039mm | +46 mm |
| BB drop | 72 | 74mm | +2 mm |
| BB height | 271 | 273mm | +2 mm |
| Standover | 795 | 841mm | +46 mm |
| Seat tube length | 510 | 555mm | +45 mm |
| Head tube length | 150 | 220mm | +70 mm |
| Fork length | not listed | 390mm |
Differences are the Specialized Diverge Elite DSW minus the Marin Gestalt. Full charts: 2018 Marin Gestalt, 2017 Specialized Diverge Elite DSW.
Where each sits in its class
Marin GestaltSpecialized Diverge Elite DSW
Each bike is ranked against the other gravel bikes on Quiver, on frame geometry alone. Not your hand position or ride feel.
What each ships with
The stock build of each bike's first listed trim. Parts that match are dimmed.
| Part | Marin Gestalt1 | Specialized Diverge Elite DSWElite DSW |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Marin Gestalt | not listed |
| Shifter | Shimano Sora | Shimano Tiagra |
| Derailleur | Shimano Sora | Shimano Tiagra |
| Chain | KMC X9 | KMC X-10 |
| Crankset | Shimano Sora R345 | Praxis Alba 2D |
| Bottom bracket | Shimano Octalink V2 | not listed |
| Pedals | Marin Commute Platform | not listed |
| Tire | Schwalbe G-ONE Performance | Specialized Espoir Sport |
| Brake | Tektro Spyre-C | Tektro Spyre |
| Handlebar | Marin Compact Drop | not listed |
| Stem | Marin 3D | not listed |
| Grips | Marin perforated tape | not listed |
| Headset | FSA No.8B | not listed |
| Saddle | Marin Beyond Road Concept Elite | Specialized Toupé Sport |
| Cassette | not listed | Shimano Tiagra |
| Wheelset | not listed | Specialized AXIS Elite |
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