Pinarello simply introduced two up to date gravel traces: the all-new DOGMA GR and the up to date Grevil F sequence. Each are for the gravel lifestyle, however with totally different intentions. The DOGMA GR is the model’s race bike, designed for max efficiency, just like a street bike that accommodates 45mm tires. The opposite is the Grevil F, a extra “traditional” gravel bike, with the power to do greater than race (it has already confirmed that). The Grevil F can tackle multiday racing, carry your tenting gear, and instantly, throw down on the entrance of the world’s quickest gravel races.
Italian Gravel
We have been fortunate sufficient to spend a while with the Pinarello crew in Treviso, Italy. Studying concerning the new gravel traces and taking them out within the Italian countryside for some work. The rides weren’t informal cruises by way of the prosecco fields (although we did see some). Pinarello was type sufficient to convey alongside Ramon Sinkeldam to information us by way of the gravel. Following (or attempting to observe) an ex-world tour rider (now specializing in gravel with Pinarello) round difficult terrain was the proper technique to expertise these two bikes, back-to-back.
First Trip Impressions – DOGMA GR:
From the second you see the DOGMA GR, you realize it means enterprise. The bike has a glance to it (and paint) that exudes model. The traces and the shapes are highly effective. It took the perfect elements (for gravel) from the Pinarello Crossista, the DOGMA F, and the DOGMA XC and boiled them all the way down to a quick gravel machine. I say “quick gravel” as a result of this bike appears like a street bike. It’s responsive, light-weight, and goes the place you level it – however let’s not get too far forward.
Match-wise, I opted for the 475 measurement on the DOGMA GR, which is barely smaller than the bike I trip at dwelling (I’m 5’10” for reference). The five hundred, with a 55 cm seat tube middle and a 56 cm high tube, is an excessive amount of for me. Nonetheless, with a correct (and fast) setup, I used to be capable of obtain my match numbers and felt snug on the brand new rocket.
On The Gravel
Out of the gate and into the gravel (no messing about right here), I might really feel the stiffness of the body and the elements. The one-piece Talon GR bar stem combo is stout, slim (I sometimes run a 40cm on my gravel bike, with a 39cm hood-to-hood measurement, and this was even narrower), and modern. The groupset outfitted on the DOGMA GR was the SRAM Crimson XPLR groupset, the identical as my private bike, and I felt very snug and locked in an aero-ish place. Essentially the most abundantly clear vibe of the DOGMA GR was its pure velocity and aggressive nature. It has the flexibility of a cyclocross bike (I’m guessing that’s the Crossista popping out) and the pedaling suggestions of a street bike.
In The Winery
Weaving out and in of the tight winery trails, the DOGMA GR was on level. It wasn’t quick and agile like a cyclocross bike, nevertheless it wasn’t sluggish like a contemporary gravel bike. It’s proper within the center. On the gravel, nonetheless, the DOGMA GR is all velocity. Nonetheless, don’t count on a lot reprieve from gravel chatter. In case you’re chugging alongside something however champagne gravel, you’ll possible really feel some suggestions from the body. Nonetheless, it’s all about velocity and sustaining momentum on the DOGMA. I by no means felt the rear wheel lose contact or skip round; I used to be planted. The brand new adaptive seatpost does job of rounding out the massive bumps, however this bike isn’t about consolation. The DOGMA GR gave me massive street bike vibes, particularly for constant energy on the pedals; the bike needs to maneuver.
The DOGMA GR isn’t a consolation gravel bike. It’s designed to maneuver rapidly and switch your efforts into ahead momentum. That mentioned, the bike rides like a extra succesful cyclocross bike. It’s quick within the locations you need it to be fast, and it’s an asset on the pavement. Nonetheless, I couldn’t see spending a 200-mile day on this bike, and that’s factor, as a result of that’s not what it was designed for.
Construct and Spec
So far as the carbon layup and elements, the DOGMA GR is on the pointy finish of the sector for quick gravel. The value is extra like that of a boutique street bike, and that’s the marketplace for a motorbike of this caliber. It’s designed for professionals, the aspiring, well-off must-havers.
I hope to have extra time on the DOGMA GR, however from the restricted time I had with it, it’s a pure race bike. Don’t let the downtube storage and bento field idiot you, this bike is all about velocity, energy, and efficiency. Value: $14,000
First Trip Impressions: Pinarello Grevil F9
For a direct comparability, we rode the DOGMA GR and the Grevil F9 again to again, on almost the identical course. It was a wise transfer on Pinarello’s half, as we had the chance to expertise the bikes on related terrain. This juxtaposition allowed every bike’s true character to shine.
I opted for a similar measurement Grevil as I did on the DOGMA GR (475), and the distinction was notable. The shorter stem was the very first thing that caught out. The massive tires (50mm on my check bike) have been a lot nearer to the dimensions I often trip on my private ENVE MOG. My evaluation bike was outfitted with the newly minted SRAM Power XPLR (take a look at my ideas right here), and I felt proper at dwelling when it comes to match.
Impressions: Playful and Acquainted
My first impression of the Grevil F was that it was extra playful and forgiving from the get-go. The DOGMA GR and the Grevil look so related, however the delicate tweaks make them shine in numerous circumstances. On the bumpy Winery trails, the Grevil F ate up the chatter, each whereas seated and standing. Though the highest tube is barely longer than that of the DOGMA GR, the shorter stem and barely wider bars made it simpler for me to navigate by way of twists/turns and dash out of the corners.
On the street and climbs, I might inform it didn’t have the identical “pop” because the DOGMA GR. The DOGMA GR appears like a street bike, in the perfect sense of the phrase. The Grevil F felt extra like a gravel bike that I’m used to, responsive however not as stiff as a street machine.
What it seemingly lacked in responsiveness (when in comparison with the DOGMA GR), it made up for in compliance and luxury. We rode up and over many washboard-style paved roads the place the Grevil Fs’ small bump compliance stood out. I felt extra snug on the Grevil F; I might trip this bike for mile after mile with out points. Value: $7,250
Pinarello DOGMA GR vs.Grevil F
The query I acquired after using each bikes was “Which one did you want extra?” The reply is straightforward, but not. The Grevil F8 has the flexibility and a pricing construction that doesn’t make me blink twice. It’s a predictable and excellent efficiency gravel bike. The Grevil F line construction provides an opportunity for these with out tens of 1000’s to spend on a motorbike to expertise the Pinarello trip. It’s a really engaging selection.
The Pinarello DOGMA GR, then again, is a high-end efficiency trip. It’s quick, costly, and enjoyable, however not your every day driver. However for many who can afford and recognize this sort of trip, they know what they’re getting. A pure-bred Pinarello race machine – no compromises.
As for me, I see the attract of each, however the Grevil F5 hits all the suitable marks and is priced accordingly.
In case you’d prefer to learn extra concerning the full DOGMA GR and Pinarello Grevil Traces, take a look at our tech piece right here.