The Marin Gestalt is designed for riders who want to push further, ride rougher, and explore more — without spending a fortune. Built around Marin’s proven Series 2 6061 aluminium frame, it handles road commutes, gravel tracks, and light off-road adventures with ease. It’s Marin’s most affordable Gestalt, but it doesn’t feel like it.
The Series 2 Beyond Road aluminium frame is the foundation of everything the Gestalt does well. It features internal cable routing for a clean finish, disc-specific forged dropouts, and mounts for a mudguard and rear rack. So whether you’re loading up for a bikepacking trip or battling through a wet British winter, this frame has you covered.
The straight-blade aluminium fork adds stiffness and precision, while the relieved head tube and bottom bracket keep the overall weight sensible.
Shifting is handled by a Shimano Claris 2×8-speed groupset — a reliable, well-regarded choice for entry-level gravel and road riding. The FSA Tempo compact chainset (50/34T) paired with a SunRace 11-32T cassette gives you a wide range of gears for tackling climbs and carrying speed on the flat.
Stopping power comes from Tektro MD-C400 mechanical disc brakes with 160mm rotors front and rear. They offer consistent, all-weather braking — something that matters a great deal on UK roads and trails.
The WTB Exposure Comp 700×36 tyres strike a great balance between rolling efficiency and grip on loose or uneven surfaces. The double-wall Marin aluminium wheels are built tough, with 14g stainless steel spokes and 6-bolt disc-specific hubs.
The compact 16° flared drop handlebar encourages a natural riding position whether you’re on the hoods or the drops, and the included Marin perforated bar tape gives a comfortable, secure grip.
The Marin Gestalt is ideal for:
| Component | Specification |
|---|---|
| Frame & Fork | |
| Frame | Series 2 Beyond Road, 6061 Aluminum, 700C Wheels, Relieved Head Tube and BB, Internal Cable Routing, Disc Specific Forged Dropouts w/ Mudguard and Rack Mounts |
| Fork | 6061 Aluminum, Straight-Blade, Post-Mount Disc |
| Drivetrain & Brakes | |
| Brakes | Tektro MD-C400 Road Mechanical Disc, 160mm Rotor |
| Rear derailleur | Shimano Claris 8-Speed |
| Shifters | Shimano Claris 2×8-Speed |
| Crankset | FSA Tempo Compact, 50/34T |
| Cassette | SunRace 8-Speed, 11-32T |
| Chain | KMC Z8 |
| Cockpit | |
| Handlebar | Marin Butted Alloy, Compact 16º Flared Drop |
| Stem | Marin 3D Forged Alloy |
| Handlebar tape/Grips | Marin Perforated Tape |
| Wheels | |
| Rims | Marin Aluminum Double Wall, 21mm Inner, 22mm Tall, Disc Specific |
| Hubs | Forged Aluminum Alloy, 6-Bolt Disc, 24H |
| Tyres | WTB, Exposure Comp, 700×36 |
| Other Parts | |
| Saddle | Marin Beyond Road Concept |
| Seatpost | Marin Alloy, 27.2mm |
| Pedals | Nylon Platform |
Normally, we aim to pack up and send out your orders on the same day (especially if you order before midday) and you’ll have the option to pick which courier you’d like to use at checkout. All letters will be sent via Royal Mail and all bikes are sent using Paisley Freight. Other items have the option of Evri or Royal Mail. Delivery time is usually two or three working days from dispatch.
We deliver to all of mainland UK for the costs shown below, please contact us via phone on 01425 403584 or email info@newforestcycling.com to enquire about shipping to non-mainland locations.
In-Store Pick up is also available at checkout, if you’d like to come and pick up in person!
We want you to be 100% happy with your shopping experience and therefore we offer a 30-day returns policy for any unwanted and unused items that are still within their original packaging. Please be aware that in this instance the customer must cover the cost of returning an unwanted item.
We cannot assume responsibility for returned items lost in the post. Your statutory rights are not affected.
If you’re returning a faulty item, please contact us so we can assist you.
Your CUBE bike is warranted to be free from manufacturing defects for 2 years with effect from the date of sale. In addition, CUBE provides customers with the following warranty in the event of frame breakage outside the statutory warranty period as follows:
VeloLife offers 90 days of free insurance on your brand new CUBE bike. They will give you 30 days free cover when you sign up and, if you choose to buy a bike policy, they will discount 2 months premium off the cost of the first years cover.
