garyfisher Gary Fisher PreCaliber 24 2008

2008 Youth

Bike details

Overview

Key information split into simple groups.

Bike summary

  • Category
  • Frame Aluminum
  • Wheels 24"
  • Fork Suntour
  • Groupset SRAM, Suntour
  • Suspension Hardtail
  • Brakes Rim

Parts list

Components

Main components, grouped by system.

Bike components

Frame

Frame

Gold Series butted and hydroformed aluminum

Suspension Fork

SR M2000

Drivetrain

Rear Derailleur

SRAM 3.0

Front Derailleur

Suntour XCM

Shift Levers

Great Fit SRAM 3.0 Comp shifter

Cassette

Shimano 14-28, 7 speed

Crank

Bontrager Approved

Pedals

Wellgo platform

Wheels

Rims

Aluminum hubs w/alloy 24" rims

Tires

Kenda 24x1.95

Brakes

Brakes

Alloy linear pull w/Great Fit alloy levers

Cockpit

Stem

Bontrager, 60mm, 15d

Handlebar

Bontrager Sport Riser, 25mm rise

Headset

Adjustable ball bearing

Seat

Saddle

Great Fit 24" size, padded

Seatpost

Steel

Fit data

Geometry

Numbers for sizing and ride feel.

Size24"
Wheels24"

About this model

PreCaliber 24 belongs to the Garyfisher Precaliber model. Gary Fisher released 15 bikes variations of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all Garyfisher Precaliber bikes models from 2008, by clicking here.

Safety

When you go for a ride, don’t forget to put your helmet on. Moreover, ride with traffic, not against it. This will help you stay visible to drivers and also makes it easier for them to see you.

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Overview of components

Fork

The Suntour is included from the factory. It has a travel distance of mm. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.

Wheels

As for the wheels, Gary Fisher PreCaliber 24 2008, has a 24″ aluminum model. The 24″ wheels are a good fit for folding bikes, BMX, or children bikes. In conclusion, you can use them better on-road, and less on technical terrain.

Brakes

We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The PreCaliber 24 comes with Rim brakes. Slightly lighter than hydraulic brakes, rim brakes are a budget choice. However, they have problems in wet conditions.