Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 80mm -
Fork Fox
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Suspension Hardtail -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
158cm - 171cm
MD
168cm - 180cm
LG
178cm - 189cm
XL
186cm - 199cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Platinum Series 6066 butted & hydroformed aluminum, eccentric BB, cold-forged dropouts, G2 29" Geometry
Suspension Fork
Fox F80RL 29, 80mm travel, custom G2 Geometry 51mm offset crown, air spring, external rebound & lockout
Drivetrain
Cassette
18T
Bottom Bracket
EBB, press-fit
Wheels
Rims
Bontrager Race Disc front hub/Bontrager Race sealed micro-cassette rear singlespeed hub, Bontrager Duster 29 tubeless ready* 28mm wide disc rims, 32h
Tires
Bontrager XDX, 29x2.1 (53/51), tubeless ready, abrasion resistant,120 TPI aramid folding bead
Brakes
Brakes
Avid BB7, mechanical disc, 160mm Roundagon 6-bolt rotors
Cockpit
Stem
Bontrager SSR, 10d rise, 31.8mm
Handlebar
Bontrager Race Big Sweep, 620mm width, 12d backsweep, 31.8mm
Headset
1-1/8" threadless, semi-integrated, semi-cartridge bearings
Seat
Saddle
Bontrager Race
Seatpost
Bontrager SSR, micro adjust, 27.2
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 158 cm | 168 cm | 178 cm | 186 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 171 cm | 180 cm | 189 cm | 199 cm |
Model Overview
Rig belongs to the Garyfisher Rig model. Gary Fisher launched 6 bikes of this model so far.
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.
Crosscountry bikes average price
If you want to purchase a solid Crosscountry bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 1905$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Crosscountry bike. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
Rig components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the Fox model. The travel on this model is 80mm. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. To sum up, when buying a bicycle, make sure you get a fork that is capable of delivering decent travel.
Wheels size
When leaving the production line, the Rig model has 29″ aluminum wheels. With 29″ wheels, bumps will feel lighter and you’ll gain more speed on descends, compared to smaller wheel-sized bikes. However, these wheels are not ideal for smaller people.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Gary Fisher Rig has Mechanical Disc brakes installed. They are much easier to maintain than hydraulic disk brakes. However, they don’t have the stopping power of hydraulic brakes.
Sizes
There are 4 sizes available for this model. Rider height can be anywhere between 158 cm – 199 cm (5.18 ft – 6.53 ft). In conclusion, you won’t have a problem finding one that suits you.