Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Steel -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Tiagra, Shimano -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 2 × 10 -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
50cm
160cm - 170cm
52cm
168cm - 178cm
54cm
176cm - 188cm
56cm
186cm - 195cm
58cm
193cm - 205cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
triple butted cromoly
Suspension Fork
cromoly 700C
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SHIMANO Tiagra
Front Derailleur
SHIMANO Tiagra (28.6)
Shift Levers
SHIMANO Tigrra (20)
Cassette
SHIMANO HG500-10 11-34 (10)
Crank
SHIMANO Tiagra Compact 50-34 teeth 170 / 172.5 / 175 mm cranks
Chain
KMC X10
Wheels
Front Hub
QUANDO Road Disc 32 holes
Rear Hub
QUANDO Road Disc 32 holes
Rims
JALCO CR25D 32 holes
Spokes
black stainless steel 1.8 mm
Tires
RITCHEY Cross Shield 700 x 35c
Brakes
Brakes
REVER MCX2 disc mechanical (160 mm rotors)
Cockpit
Stem
AUTHOR
Handlebar
PROMAX 420 / 440 / 460 mm
Seat
Saddle
AUTHOR Aura
Seatpost
AUTHOR (27.2)
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 50cm | 52cm | 54cm | 56cm | 58cm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.51 mm | 1.54 mm | 1.57 mm | 1.6 mm | 1.65 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 279 mm | 279 mm | 280 mm | 281 mm | 281 mm |
| Front Center | 600 mm | 606 mm | 617 mm | 626 mm | 630 mm |
| Rake | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm |
| Trail | 76 mm | 73 mm | 73 mm | 70 mm | 66 mm |
| Stack | 561 mm | 579 mm | 598 mm | 621 mm | 643 mm |
| Reach | 372 mm | 376 mm | 380 mm | 388 mm | 390 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 528 mm | 543 mm | 558 mm | 578 mm | 593 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74.5 ° | 74 ° | 73.5 ° | 73 ° | 72.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 500 mm | 520 mm | 540 mm | 560 mm | 580 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70.5 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° | 71.5 ° | 72 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 120 mm | 140 mm | 160 mm | 180 mm | 200 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 423 mm | 423 mm | 423 mm | 423 mm | 423 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1013 mm | 1019 mm | 1030 mm | 1040 mm | 1044 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 70 mm | 70 mm | 69 mm | 68 mm | 68 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
| Rider Min Height | 160 cm | 168 cm | 176 cm | 186 cm | 193 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 170 cm | 178 cm | 188 cm | 195 cm | 205 cm |
About this model
Ronin is an Author Ronin model. 12 bikes variations carry this model name so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2019, by clicking on this link.
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.
Gravel bikes average price
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Gravel bike is 2462$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Gravel bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
Average weight for Gravel bikes
Gravel bikes weigh an average of 8.13 kg (17.92 lbs). A lighter bike will give you some extra advantage when climbing. A heavier bike will have more speed for descents.
Author Ronin it’s weighing 11.9 kg (26.23 lbs). At this weight, is much heavier than average. In short, the average Gravel bike weight is 46.37% lower than this one.
Ronin components
Fork material
Ronin has a steel fork, which is tougher than carbon in the case of an impact. However, it can add some extra weight to the bike.
Wheels
The Ronin 2019 bike is equipped with 700c aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. There is no doubt, that 700c wheels are very popular on all road bike models. However, while they give you great speed and control, these wheels are not so bump-friendly.
Brakes
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This bike has Mechanical Disc brakes. They are much easier to maintain than hydraulic disk brakes. However, with hydraulic disk brakes, you have the ultimate braking power!
Sizes
There are 5 sizes available for this model. Rider height can be anywhere between 160 cm – 205 cm (5.25 ft – 6.73 ft). In short, it won’t be difficult to find the right one for you.