GENESIS Vagabond 10 – Microshift Sword 1x10 / New Geometry
€1,999.00
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Monstercross / drop-bar MTB designed for off-road riding, bikepacking and mixed terrain. The long and stable geometry improves control and comfort on rough surfaces, while the wide-range microSHIFT Sword 1x10 drivetrain and 2.35” tyres deliver traction and reliability. Built for exploration and stability rather than speed on paved roads.
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Intro
The Genesis Vagabond 10 in Bohemian Raspberry is the entry point to the new Vagabond generation: a radically updated platform designed for riders looking for a bike that can genuinely move beyond the boundaries of traditional gravel.
The new, longer, more stable, and slacker geometry completely changes the riding experience compared with previous versions: more front-end space, greater control on technical terrain, and a less compressed position over long distances.
The microSHIFT Sword 1x10 groupset, with MTB-derived gearing, completes a setup designed to handle loads, gradients, and demanding surfaces without compromise.
Performance and on-road behaviour
The Vagabond 10 is not a gravel bike in the classic sense.
The 2.35” tyres, geometry with a slack 69° head angle, and long rear end define a ride character that is closer to a rigid drop-bar MTB than to an endurance gravel bike.
The result:
Extreme stability on gravel and rough surfaces
Strong confidence even when fully loaded
Intuitive handling, even for riders coming from MTB
Less responsive on tarmac, but with greater overall control
The new geometry resolves one of the limitations of the previous versions: a front end that was too compact and possible toe overlap.
Now the bike is more balanced, more modern, and more coherent with real-world use.
Reviews and positioning
The Vagabond has always been an “out of category” platform, but with the new generation Genesis takes a clear step toward the monstercross / advanced adventure segment.
It is a bike that:
Does not need labels
Is not built for pure speed
Prioritises freedom, capability, and robustness
It is the right choice for riders who find a traditional gravel bike limiting.
Intended use
Bikepacking, including loaded setups
Light to medium off-road use
Technical gravel roads
Exploration and long-distance travel
Not ideal for:
Fast gravel riding on tarmac
Performance / racing use
Size guide
XS: 156–164 cm
S: 164–172 cm
M: 172–180 cm
L: 178–186 cm
XL: 186–194 cm
These indications are general and should be interpreted according to body proportions and intended use.
The new geometry offers more front-end space than the previous version: riders who felt “compressed” on the old Vagabond will find better balance here.
We offer dedicated advice for size selection.
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We can help you interpret geometry, riding position, and possible configurations.
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