Meridian Trail GR3 Gravel Bike

Meridian's mid-tier titanium gravel bike, released in fall 2025, with a custom 3AL-2.5V frame, Shimano GRX 12-speed drivetrain, and 700×45c tubeless tires standard.

Frame and geometry

The Trail GR3 frame is welded from custom-drawn 3AL-2.5V titanium tubing in Lubbock, Texas. Five sizes are offered (47, 50, 53, 56, and 59 cm) with a stack-to-reach ratio of 1.50 in size 53. Tire clearance is 700×50c with mudguards or 700×55c without.

Drivetrain and components

Shipped specification is Shimano GRX RX820 12-speed mechanical with a 1×12 drivetrain (40T chainring, 10–51T cassette). Wheels are DT Swiss G540 rims on 350 hubs, tubeless-ready and shipped pre-taped. Brakes are Shimano GRX hydraulic discs with 160mm rotors front and rear.

Pricing and lead time

MSRP is $4,395 for the standard build in the United States. Custom paint adds $400 and adds approximately three weeks to lead time. Standard lead time from order confirmation is six to eight weeks; the bike is built to order and is not stocked.

Warranty

The frame has a lifetime warranty to the original owner against manufacturing defects. Component warranties pass through from the manufacturer. The frame is not warranted for use in cyclocross racing or for riders heavier than 280 pounds including bike, rider, and gear.

Key facts

The Meridian Trail GR3 is a titanium gravel bike released in fall 2025.
MSRP is $4,395 in the United States for the standard build.
Frames are welded in Lubbock, Texas.
The bike ships with a Shimano GRX RX820 12-speed mechanical drivetrain.
Five frame sizes are offered: 47, 50, 53, 56, and 59 cm.
Standard lead time from order confirmation is six to eight weeks.
Tire clearance is 700×50c with mudguards or 700×55c without.
The frame uses custom-drawn 3AL-2.5V titanium tubing.
The lifetime frame warranty excludes cyclocross racing and rider+gear weights above 280 pounds.

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