2017 Specialized Diverge Elite DSW vs 2018 Marin Gestalt
The 56 is the Marin Gestalt size closest to your 56 Specialized Diverge Elite DSW. We match frame stack and reach. This is a geometry comparison, not a fit recommendation; stem, spacers, handlebars and saddle setup also affect your riding position.
What changes on the Marin Gestalt
Compared with the Specialized Diverge Elite DSW in 56, the Marin Gestalt in 56 places the top of the head tube 11 mm higher and 3 mm further back, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 5 mm shorter, which can contribute to quicker direction changes.
- Frame stack
- +11 mm
- Higher front end
- Frame reach
- −3 mm
- Shorter frame reach
- Wheelbase
- −5 mm
- Shorter: quicker to change direction
- Head angle
- ±0.0°
- About the same head angle
- Chainstays
- +2 mm
- About the same
The two frames
Specialized Diverge Elite DSW, 56Marin Gestalt, 56Drawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Diverge Elite DSW 56 | Marin Gestalt 56 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 387mm | 383.8 | −3 mm |
| Stack | 590mm | 601.2 | +11 mm |
| Head tube angle | 72.5° | 72.5 | ±0.0° |
| Seat tube angle | 73.25° | 73 | −0.3° |
| Effective top tube | 565mm | 567 | +2 mm |
| Chainstay length | 415mm | 417 | +2 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1011mm | 1006 | −5 mm |
| BB drop | 76mm | 72 | −4 mm |
| BB height | 271.5mm | 271 | −1 mm |
| Standover | 785mm | 814 | +29 mm |
| Seat tube length | 485mm | 530 | +45 mm |
| Fork length | 390mm | not listed | |
| Head tube length | 165mm | 170 | +5 mm |
Differences are the Marin Gestalt minus the Specialized Diverge Elite DSW. Full charts: 2017 Specialized Diverge Elite DSW, 2018 Marin Gestalt.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Diverge Elite DSWMarin Gestalt
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 | Specialized Diverge Elite DSWElite DSW | Marin Gestalt1 |
|---|---|---|
| Shifter | Shimano Tiagra | Shimano Sora |
| Derailleur | Shimano Tiagra | Shimano Sora |
| Cassette | Shimano Tiagra | not listed |
| Chain | KMC X-10 | KMC X9 |
| Crankset | Praxis Alba 2D | Shimano Sora R345 |
| Wheelset | Specialized AXIS Elite | not listed |
| Tire | Specialized Espoir Sport | Schwalbe G-ONE Performance |
| Brake | Tektro Spyre | Tektro Spyre-C |
| Saddle | Specialized Toupé Sport | Marin Beyond Road Concept Elite |
| Frame | not listed | Marin Gestalt |
| Bottom bracket | not listed | Shimano Octalink V2 |
| Pedals | not listed | Marin Commute Platform |
| Handlebar | not listed | Marin Compact Drop |
| Stem | not listed | Marin 3D |
| Grips | not listed | Marin perforated tape |
| Headset | not listed | FSA No.8B |
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