Gazelle Chamonix C8 High-Step 2022
Bike details
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame aluminium
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Wheels 700c
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Travel Front 30mm
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Suspension Hardtail
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Brakes Drum
Parts list
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Stable, lightweight oversized aluminium frame with 70.5° headset angle and 71.5° saddle tube angle gives positive steering control and sporty riding characteristics. Low step-through frame with extra stable construction and sporty look.
Suspension Fork
30 mm
Wheels
Rims
Ryde Eco 19
Tires
Schwalbe Citizen
Brakes
Brakes
rollerbrakes
Cockpit
Grips
Plastic wear-resistant handlebar grips for a firm grasp
Seat
Saddle
Selle Royal Nuvola
Fit data
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 49cm | 53cm | 57cm | 61cm | 65cm |
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| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
Model Overview
Chamonix C8 High-Step completes the Gazelle Chamonix model. There are 18 bikes that carry this model name. You can easily view all of the Gazelle Chamonix bikes models from 2022, here.
Model range prices
Gazelle Chamonix C7 Low-Step 2022 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 955$. Gazelle Chamonix S8 High-Step 2022 on the other hand costs 1379$, and is the most expensive model.
Safety
Take safety seriously when you ride your bike, and always wear your helmet. Moreover, don’t ride on the sidewalk. This is actually against the law in some states and can be dangerous for both you and pedestrians.
Commuter bikes average price
If you want to purchase a solid Commuter bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 762$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Commuter bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
When Gazelle released this model in 2022, its price was 1061$. If we compare this with the average Commuter bike cost we notice that the price is 39.24% higher.
Commuter bikes average weight
Commuter bikes have an average weight of 14.29 kg (31.5 lbs). Having an easier bike than average will give you a great advantage on climbs. However, a heavier bike will gain more speed on descends.
much heavier than average, Chamonix C8 High-Step has a weight of 18.37 kg (40.5 lbs). In other words, this model is 28.55% heavier than the average Commuter bike.
Overview of components
Wheels
As for the wheels, Gazelle Chamonix C8 High-Step 2022, has a 700c aluminum model. These are the most popular wheels for road, aero, gravel, cyclocross, race, and gravel bikes. However, while they give you great speed and control, these wheels are not so bump-friendly.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Chamonix C8 High-Step comes with Drum brakes.
