2018 Marin Gestalt vs 2017 Specialized Diverge Comp
The 54 is the Specialized Diverge Comp size closest to your 52 Marin Gestalt. 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 Specialized Diverge Comp
Compared with the Marin Gestalt in 52, the Specialized Diverge Comp in 54 places the top of the head tube at about the same height and 20 mm further forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 28 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.
- Frame stack
- −2 mm
- About the same height
- Frame reach
- +20 mm
- Longer frame reach
- Wheelbase
- +28 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- −0.3°
- About the same head angle
- Chainstays
- −2 mm
- About the same
The two frames
Marin Gestalt, 52Specialized Diverge Comp, 54Drawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Marin Gestalt 52 | Specialized Diverge Comp 54 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 359.7 | 380mm | +20 mm |
| Stack | 567 | 565mm | −2 mm |
| Head tube angle | 72.25 | 72° | −0.3° |
| Seat tube angle | 73.5 | 73.5° | ±0.0° |
| Effective top tube | 527 | 547mm | +20 mm |
| Chainstay length | 417 | 415mm | −2 mm |
| Wheelbase | 973 | 1001mm | +28 mm |
| BB drop | 72 | 76mm | +4 mm |
| BB height | 271 | 271.5mm | +1 mm |
| Standover | 778 | 764mm | −14 mm |
| Seat tube length | 490 | 466mm | −24 mm |
| Head tube length | 135 | 140mm | +5 mm |
| Fork length | not listed | 390mm |
Differences are the Specialized Diverge Comp minus the Marin Gestalt. Full charts: 2018 Marin Gestalt, 2017 Specialized Diverge Comp.
Where each sits in its class
Marin GestaltSpecialized Diverge Comp
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 CompComp |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Marin Gestalt | not listed |
| Shifter | Shimano Sora | Shimano ST-RS685 |
| Derailleur | Shimano Sora | Shimano 105 |
| Chain | KMC X9 | KMC X-11 |
| Crankset | Shimano Sora R345 | Praxis Zayante |
| Bottom bracket | Shimano Octalink V2 | not listed |
| Pedals | Marin Commute Platform | not listed |
| Tire | Schwalbe G-ONE Performance | Specialized Roubaix Pro 2BR |
| Brake | Tektro Spyre-C | Shimano BR-785 |
| 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 Phenom Comp |
| Cassette | not listed | Shimano 105 |
| Wheelset | not listed | DT Swiss R460 |
| Seatpost | not listed | Specialized CG-R |
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