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Argon 18 Dark Matter Force 1X Bike
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ARGON 18 DARK MATTER FORCE 1X BIKE 2019
NOT JUST ANOTHER GRAVEL BIKE
Gravel riding has become immensely popular in the last few years. Gravel bikes have a more relaxed frame geometry than a traditional cyclocross bike which means riding longer distances won't be as taxing. When Argon 18 created the Dark Matter, they didn't just want to create a cookie cutter gravel bike. They wanted to create something that felt as fast and responsive on the trail as it would on the road. Their mission was accomplished. The 2018 Argon 18 Dark Matter Force 1x Bike is a gravel bike that feels at home in almost all terrains. It features a longer wheelbase than their endurance bikes, but still shorter than most other gravel bikes that have an equivalent tire clearance. It has a monocoque carbon fiber frame and fork that has a 54mm rake on the smaller frames and a 49mm rake on medium, large, and extra large frames. The frame uses flat mount disc brakes with either 140mm or 160mm rotors and the frame has tire clearance for up to 45mm wide tires, or 40mm with fenders mounted. It has a TDS-C seatpost that offers compliance and comfort. Lastly, the frame has a downtube protector and internal cable routing.
This model of the Dark Matter comes with a SRAM Force 1x drivetrain that includes a Force 1 crankset, shifter, and rear derailleur. The cassette has an 11-42 tooth gear range and the crankset has a 42-tooth chainring. This combination will be perfect for gravel grinding and racing while still providing ample climbing gears. The SRAM Force 1 hydraulic disc brakes provide excellent stopping power needed for long descents so riders will have the confidence to bomb down the mountain once they ride to the top. The HED Ardennes GP Plus Disc wheels are paired with Challenge Gravel Grinder 700x42 tires which provide excellent traction in most situations. If you're looking for a gravel bike that you can race on or cruise down the local bike trails, then you'll love the Argon 18 Dark Matter Force 1x Bike.
Features
- SRAM Force 1x drivetrain provides smooth and reliable shifting in all terrains
- SRAM Force hydraulic disc brakes bring the confidence-inspiring stopping power
- HED Ardennes GP Plus Disc wheels paired with Challenge Gravel Grinder 700x42 tires
- Modular cable routing system is clean, smart, and efficient
- Tire clearance for up to 45c tires or 40c with fenders
| Frame | Monocoque Carbon Fiber |
|---|---|
| Fork | Monocoque Carbon Fiber |
| Headset | FSA 30 + 3D+ |
| Shifters | SRAM Force 1 |
| Front Derailleur | - |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM Force 1x |
| Crankset | SRAM Force 1 X-Sync, 42t |
| Crank Arm Lengths | - |
| Bottom Bracket | SRAM BB Press Fit GXP |
| Pedals | - |
| Chain | SRAM PC1170 |
| Cassette | SRAM PG1130, 11-42t |
| Brakes | SRAM Force |
| Rotor Size | 160mm Front, 140mm Rear |
| Wheelset | HED Ardennes GP Plus Disc |
| Tires | Challenge Gravel Grinder, 700x42 |
| Handlebar | FSA NS Adventure Compact Alloy |
| Handlebar Widths | - |
| Stem | FSA NS OS-96/CM Alloy |
| Stem Lengths | - |
| Tape | Black |
| Seatpost | Argon 18 TDS-C Carbon, 27.2mm |
| Seatclamp | - |
| Saddle | Prologo Scratch RS |
| Intended Use | Gravel, Road, Adventure |
| Weight | - |
Note: Components are subject to change without notice.
Geometry and Size Guide
| Size | XX Small | Extra Small | Small | Medium | Large | Extra Large |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A: Seat Tube Length | 420 | 450 | 485 | 520 | 555 | 590 |
| B: Effective Top Tube | 492 | 513 | 534 | 556 | 579 | 603 |
| C: Stack | 530 | 550 | 570 | 590 | 610 | 635 |
| D: Reach | 356 | 367 | 377 | 387 | 397 | 407 |
| E: BB Height | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| F: BB Drop | 70 | 70 | 70 | 70 | 70 | 70 |
| G: Head Tube Length | 120 | 135 | 154 | 171 | 192 | 216 |
| H: Head Tube Angle | 69.5 ° | 71.0 ° | 71.4 ° | 72.0 ° | 72.0 ° | 72.5 ° |
| I: Seat Tube Angle | 75.5 ° | 74.9 ° | 74.3 ° | 73.7 ° | 73.1 ° | 72.5 ° |
| J: Standover Height | 701 | 729 | 760 | 791 | 821 | 852 |
| K: Chainstay Length | 428 | 428 | 428 | 428 | 428 | 428 |
| L: Wheelbase | 1008 | 1011 | 1024 | 1030 | 1046 | 1059 |
| Crank Arm Length | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Stem Length | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Handlebar Width | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Size | XX Small | Extra Small | Small | Medium | Large | Extra Large |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A: Seat Tube Length | 16.5 | 17.7 | 19.1 | 20.5 | 21.9 | 23.2 |
| B: Effective Top Tube | 19.4 | 20.2 | 21.0 | 21.9 | 22.8 | 23.7 |
| C: Stack | 20.9 | 21.7 | 22.4 | 23.2 | 24.0 | 25.0 |
| D: Reach | 14.0 | 14.4 | 14.8 | 15.2 | 15.6 | 16.0 |
| E: BB Height | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| F: BB Drop | 2.8 | 2.8 | 2.8 | 2.8 | 2.8 | 2.8 |
| G: Head Tube Length | 4.7 | 5.3 | 6.1 | 6.7 | 7.6 | 8.5 |
| H: Head Tube Angle | 69.5 ° | 71.0 ° | 71.4 ° | 72.0 ° | 72.0 ° | 72.5 ° |
| I: Seat Tube Angle | 75.5 ° | 74.9 ° | 74.3 ° | 73.7 ° | 73.1 ° | 72.5 ° |
| J: Standover Height | 27.6 | 28.7 | 29.9 | 31.1 | 32.3 | 33.5 |
| K: Chainstay Length | 16.9 | 16.9 | 16.9 | 16.9 | 16.9 | 16.9 |
| L: Wheelbase | 39.7 | 39.8 | 40.3 | 40.6 | 41.2 | 41.7 |
| Crank Arm Length | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Stem Length | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Handlebar Width | - | - | - | - | - | - |
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including (Cadmium, Phthalates, Bisphenol, Nickel (Metallic), di(2-ethylhexyl)phthalate "DEHP"), which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and/or cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information, go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including (Cadmium, Phthalates, Bisphenol, Nickel (Metallic), di(2-ethylhexyl)phthalate "DEHP"), which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and/or cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information, go to Q & A
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can it fit 650B wheels?
BEST ANSWER: Lisa over at Argon 18 just told me 650b works !
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- Scott M Staff on Aug 3, 2019
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