Dark Matter (INT)

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2023 is looking a bit rough

And Rugged. And Dusty. Probably Unpredictable. If that sounds just about right to you, meet the Dark Matter (INT).

Build options:
SRAM Force AXS Wide $7,100
SRAM Rival AXS Wide $4,650
Shimano GRX Mix 2x $3,550
SRAM Rival 1 $3,550
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Color: Wild Olive, Gloss

All images on this page are used for illustrative purposes only. Actual bike specifications may vary depending on country and assembly options available. Please refer to the Features and Configurations section below for options available in your region.

Rugged race or rough adventure

The Dark Matter (INT) takes you ever further off the beaten path with new bikepacking features, cable integration, and updated stack and reach. What hasn’t changed is the confident, responsive ride that’s made it a gravel classic. Light and lean and ready to race, or now with up to four bottle mounts and full paniers, the Dark Matter goes from scrappy race-day ride to sidekick for your longest off-road adventures.

Ideal for

Gravel racers and adventure riders looking for poppy performance and nimble responsiveness on all terrain.

Core Technologies

3D+

For our newest generation of bikes, we wanted to push our 3D System even further by merging it seamlessly with the frame.

Gravel Geometry

Our gravel geometry draws on our endurance geometry, itself directly inspired by our performance road race series, meaning handling, responsiveness and race-ready positioning are paramount.

Topological Compliance System

To achieve the optimal balance of comfort and performance for our endurance line, we needed geometry uniquely aligned with the demands of long-distance riding and racing. In conjunction with the best geometry, we also needed to optimise frame topology and carbon layup.

Argon Fit System

Argon Fit System is designed to provide riders of all sizes with consistent performance and optimal positioning.

Features & Configurations

More mounting points

Additional frame and fork mounting points for extra bottles and gear

SEAMLESS INTEGRATION

Now featuring our new 3D system, including a spacer that offers seamless connection with the frame’s toptube in 0mm and 25mm configurations. Specced with FSA SRS (external between the handlebar and stem, routing through the headset) for maximum versatility and hassle-free maintenance, the updated 3D system is also compatible with FSA ACR (fully integrated), FSA SMR (semi-integrated), Token A-Box, Token S-Box, Ritchey Switch and Deda DCR.*

LIGHT OR LOADED

Bikepacking-ready with three mounting points added on each side of the fork, additional bottle cage mounting options in the front triangle, new rear rack mounts and relocation of the toptube mounting bolts. Or, leave some of the gear at home and have one of the peppiest gravel racers on the market.

ALL-TERRAIN HANDLING

With an eye toward ride quality, the Dark Matter features seatstays designed to flex and dissipate shocks, and allows for 45c (40c with fenders), to offer maximum traction and comfort on all surfaces.

RIDER DESIGNED

Gravel geometry provides fork rake specific to frame size, to allow for tight turn clearance on more technical runs. With new stack and reach measures fine-tuned to each size range, a dialed-in fit is assured. Our new seatpost, as well as being 50g lighter, now offers a reversible saddle clamp with 15mm or 25mm setback for optimal fit adjustments.

Max tire size

45c (for both 700C and 650B)

Removable Front Derailleur Hanger

For clean installation of 1x, compatible with 46/30T to 52/36T or 1x46T

*

Listed compatibility is for 25mm configuration, using a press-fit column and non-rotating caps. In 0mm configuration, 3D system is only compatible with FSA SRS using custom SRS cap.

Configuration
MSRP
Colorway
Frame
Fork
Seatpost
Headset
BB
(Bottom bracket)
Front derailleur
Rear derailleur
Crankset
See crankset measurements
Cassette
Chain
Wheelset
Tires
Brakes
Rotors
Brake levers
Shifters
Handlebar
See handlebar measurements
Stem
See stem measurements
Bar Tape
Saddle
SRAM Force AXS Wide
$7,100
Wild Olive, Gloss
Inferno Red, Gloss
Dark Matter (INT)
Dark Matter (INT)
Argon 18 TDS
FSA No.69 SRS + 3D
SRAM DUB PF 86.5 Road Wide
SRAM Force eTap AXS Wide
SRAM Force eTap AXS max 36T
SRAM Force DUB Wide 43/30
SRAM Force XG-1270 10-36
SRAM Force 12S
HUNT 42 Limitless Gravel Disc XDR
Vittoria Terreno Dry TLR G2.0 700x38c
SRAM Force eTap AXS
SRAM Centerlock Centerline XR / F:160mm R:140mm
SRAM Force eTap AXS
SRAM Force eTap AXS
FSA A-Wing Pro AGX
FSA OS-99
Ciclovation Grind Touch
Repente Quasar
SRAM Rival AXS Wide
$4,650
Wild Olive, Gloss
Inferno Red, Gloss
Dark Matter (INT)
Dark Matter (INT)
Argon 18 TDS
FSA No.69 SRS + 3D
SRAM DUB PF 86.5 Road Wide
SRAM Rival AXS Wide
SRAM Rival eTap AXS max 36T
SRAM Rival DUB Wide 43/30
SRAM Rival XG-1250 10-36
SRAM Rival 12S
HUNT 4Season Gravel XDR
Vittoria Terreno Dry TLR G2.0 700x38c
SRAM Rival eTap AXS
SRAM Centerlock Paceline / F:160mm R:140mm
SRAM Rival eTap AXS
SRAM Rival eTap AXS
FSA NS Adventure Compact HR-RD-310S
FSA OS-167 Omega Pro
Ciclovation Grind Touch
Repente Quasar
Shimano GRX Mix 2x
$3,550
Wild Olive, Gloss
Inferno Red, Gloss
Dark Matter (INT)
Dark Matter (INT)
Argon 18 TDS
FSA No.69 SRS + 3D
Shimano BB-RS500
Shimano GRX RX810
Shimano GRX RX810
Shimano GRX FC-RX600 46/30
Shimano 105 CS-HG7000 11-34
KMC X11 EPT Chain
HUNT 4Season Gravel
Vittoria Terreno Dry TLR G2.0 700x38c
Shimano GRX RX400
Shimano SM-RT70 / F:160mm R:140mm
Shimano GRX RX600
Shimano GRX RX600
FSA NS Adventure Compact HR-RD-310S
FSA OS-167 Omega Pro
Ciclovation Grind Touch
Repente Quasar S
SRAM Rival 1
$3,550
Wild Olive, Gloss
Inferno Red, Gloss
Dark Matter (INT)
Dark Matter (INT)
Argon 18 TDS
FSA No.69 SRS + 3D
SRAM GXP BB86 86.5
N/A
SRAM Rival 1
SRAM S-350 42T
SRAM PG-1130 11-42
KMC X11 EPT Chain
HUNT 4Season Gravel
Vittoria Terreno Dry TLR G2.0 700x38c
SRAM Rival HRD
SRAM Centerlock Paceline / F:160mm R:140mm
SRAM Rival HRD
SRAM Rival HRD
FSA NS Adventure Compact HR-RD-310S
FSA OS-167 Omega Pro
Ciclovation Grind Touch
Repente Quasar S

Geometry

XXS44-46
XS47-50
S51-53
M54-56
L57-59
XL60-62
A
Seat tube Height
cm
42.0
45.0
48.5
52.0
55.5
59.0
B
Seat tube angle
deg
75.5
74.9
74.3
73.7
73.1
72.5
C
Head Tube Angle
deg
69.5
71.0
71.4
72.0
72.0
72.5
D
Top tube length
cm
49.2
51.3
53.4
55.6
57.9
60.3
E
Chain stay length
cm
42.8
42.8
42.8
42.8
42.8
42.8
F
Wheelbase
cm
100.8
101.1
102.4
103.0
104.6
105.9
G
BB Drop
cm
7.0
7.0
7.0
7.0
7.0
7.0
H1
Headtube Length (3D 0mm)
cm
11.9
13.4
15.3
16.9
19.0
21.5
H2
Headtube Length (3D 25mm)
cm
14.3
15.8
17.8
19.4
21.5
23.9
H3
-
cm
-
-
-
-
-
-
I
Stand Over Height
cm
70.1
72.9
76.0
79.1
82.1
85.2

Fit

(Stack and Reach)

XXS44-46
XS47-50
S51-53
M54-56
L57-59
XL60-62
J
Stack 3D (0mm)
cm
52.9
54.9
56.9
58.9
60.9
63.4
J
Stack 3D (25mm)
cm
55.2
57.2
59.2
61.2
63.2
65.7
J
-
cm
-
-
-
-
-
-
K
Reach 3D (0mm)
cm
35.7
36.7
37.7
38.7
39.7
40.7
K
Reach 3D (25mm)
cm
34.8
35.9
36.9
38.0
39.0
40.0
K
-
cm
-
-
-
-
-
-
Saddle Height Min
cm
62.5
65.5
69.0
72.5
76.0
79.5
Saddle Height Max
cm
74.0
77.0
80.5
84.0
87.5
91.0
Standover Height is measured with 700x40c tires

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