Gravel Grinder News: Pinarello Announces New Dogma GR, Grevil F Gravel Bikes

NOTE: All imagery and information in this article were provided by Pinarello.

The new Dogma GR kitted out with accessory items available separately. 

 Pinarello has announced today their two all - new gravel bikes: The race oriented Dogma GR and the long-distance expert, Grevil F. These two new bicycles are solutions to what Pinarello believes are the needs for the "three types of gravel racing" which are prevalent today.

Pinarello's Philosophy on Gravel: The video presentation for these two bicycles included a statement from the presenter which I found striking. He stated this: "Gravel is a bit of a mess." Which is an interesting viewpoint coming from an Italian spokesperson representing this brand. A brand noted for participation in high-level road and MTB racing across Europe and the world. While I'mnot quite sure what to make of this statement, the presenter did go on to detail what Pinarello sees as what is going on in competitive gravel now, which is relevant to why they produced two different bicycles for gravel.

Three Types: The presentation indicated there are three different types of categories for gravel racing. One is what Pinarello calls "Fast Gravel". This would include mostly shorter, UCI type events, but also Unbound as well. (Which shows the two differing views of what a "premier gravel event should look like, which may explain the "mess" comment)  Pinarello developed the new Dogma GR to address this sort of racing.

Then Pinarello feels there is a category of gravel event which is termed "Light Gravel". A more relaxed event, say like an Eroica gravel event, or gravel fondo. Following this, their view of a third category is what Pinarello calls "Trail Gravel". A more mountain bike influenced gravel riding which could include bike packing, longer distances, and very different needs as compared to "Fast Gravel". Pinarello addresses these events with the Grevl F model. 

The Grevil F set up with Pinarello accessories sold separately. 

Looking at gravel events in this manner, Pinarello asls the rider, "How long do you want to ride?" Longer than five hours? The bicycle for you would be the Grevil F. Shorter than five hour rides are the Dogma GR's range.

If terrain is more the defining parameter, then looking at tire clearances may help. The Dogma GR is relegated to a 45mm front/42mm rear fitment while the Grevil F expands clearance to 50mm front and rear.

Dogma GR:

Now for the finer points of each model. The Dogma GR uses the latest carbon technology for the frame in Pinarello's M40X material. Using this to its optimum, Pinarello has made what they claim to be the lightest gravel racing frame on the market at a claimed 960 grams with a complete bike weight, using SRAM Red, Princeton Grit 45/40 wheels, and 40mmVittoria tires weighing in at a claimed 7.35kg/ 16.20lbs. 

Dogma GR with Gravel TT bars and Bento bag

Aerodynamics are important with this design. Pinarello uses a "nosed" and tapered head tube along with hidden through axle ends on the Onda fork to improve aero efficiencies. The accessory Bento top tube bag mounts with bolts and is optimized to sit without interfering with the rider's pedaling motion and be aero as well. An Aero Load System in-frame storage bag also optimizes space and allows the rider to carry a flat repair system. Both the Bento Bag and in-frame storage bag are included in the claimed frame weight, but must be purchased separately.

Further considerations for aero efficiencies are noted in the handle bar, which Pinarello calls "Talon Ultra-fast GR". It has 7° of flare and inward bend to help optimize rider aero positioning. This can be enhanced by the separately available Gravel TT aero bars which attach via two mounting points molded into the Talon Ultra-fast GR handlebar.

Rider comfort is also a consideration at Pinarello. The Adaptive Seat Post on the Dogma GR has up to 8mm of flex while the Onda fork on the Dogma GR has been optimized for handling and vertical compliance using a 50mm offset and special lay-up of the carbon material.

Dogma GR is available in nine sizes and three colors with a SRAM group (Shimano available only in Europe) at $14,500.00 USD. A frame-only option exists for the Dogma GR at approximately $7,825.00, but it is unclear as to whether this is EU only or available in the USA as well. 

Pinarello Grevil F

Grevil F:

The Grevil F differs in several ways from the Dogma GR. The obvious tire clearances aside, the Grevil F has a sharper focus on rider comfort and handling in rougher terrain.

The Grevil F series is also the most affordable in Pinarello's gravel range with five different spec'ed models available. Starting with the Grevil F3 at  #3,700.00 USD. (Note, The Grevil F1 is not available in the US) The top of the range Grevil F9 is $11,000.00 USD. No frame set option is listed in the press release for the Grevil F series.

The Grevil F frame is optimized for comfort by use of three different types of Toray carbon fiber. Pinarello employs the T-900. T-700, and T-600 series in differing layers and areas of the frame to achieve the best balance of traction, rider comfort, and stiffness with a view toward competition and riding in longer events than five hours, and even for multi-day tours or events. 

The rider comfort is further addressed with the "Twin Arm" chain stays and seat stays along with a claimed 10mm of compliance coming from the Adaptive Seat Post. Furtermore; the redesigned Onda fork, available in two, size-specific offsetys of 50mm and 55mm, is optimized for compliance and vibration reduction. This fork also features three-boss mounting points for water bottles or other accessories on each fork leg.

Grevil F shown with separately available accessories from Pinarello.

 The Grevil F can be accessorized with the same Gravel TT aero bars as the Dogma GR which also attach via two mounting points in the handlebar. The same Bento top tube bag exists for the Grevil F as well as a new., aero 1.5L frame bag. A rear aero bike rack and trunk bag round out the offerings for storage. The Grevil F also features the Aero-load down tube storage cavity, which is also a feature of the Dogma GR.

The Grevil F is also optimized for longer times in the saddle by way of its geometry, which Pinarello says is 1cm longer in the top tube for each size, which requires a slightly shorter stem to be utilized. The bottom bracket area also has been tweaked along with the aforementioned Twin-Arm stays.  

Thanks to Pinarello for the information and images used in this article.