NS Nerd Mini 2022
2022 Mountain
Estimate price |
3,440$
Weight | 13.9 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 130mm -
Travel Rear 120mm -
Fork Marzocchi Bomber Z2
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Groupset SX Eagle, Truvativ -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
NS Nerd Mini w/ 120mm travel, AL6061-T6, custom formed and butted tubes
Suspension Fork
Marzocchi Bomber Z2, 130mm travel, 110x15mm, 1.5T
Rear Shock
Manitou Radium Expert 190x40
Drivetrain
Shift Levers
SRAM SX Eagle™, 12spd
Cassette
SRAM PG-1210,12spd 11-50t
Crank
Truvativ SX Eagle™ PS 155mm 32t
Bottom Bracket
SRAM Power Spline BSA Bottom Bracket
Chain
SRAM, 12 spd
Chain Guide
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Pedals
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Wheels
Front Hub
NS 15 15x100 disc (sealed bearings)
Rear Hub
NS Cassette 148x12mm Boost (sealed bearings)
Rims
Octane One Solar Lite 27.5”, 32h, tubeless ready
Spokes
Spokes w/14mm nipples
Tires
Maxxis Ardent 27.5 x 2.25
Brakes
Brakes
Hydraulic Disc
Cockpit
Stem
NS Tone 31.8, 45mm
Handlebar
NS Bar 720mm, 20mm rise
Grips
NS Hold Fast supersoft
Headset
GW integrated tapered IS42/IS52, sealed bearings
Seat
Saddle
WTB Volt Medium Steel SL
Seatpost
Kind Shock Rage i internal 100mm 31,6mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | One Size |
|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.46 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 393 mm |
| Front Center | 699 mm |
| Rake | 17 mm |
| Trail | 132 mm |
| Stack | 606 mm |
| Reach | 416 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 571 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 75.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 355 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 67 ° |
| Chainstay Length | 433 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1131 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | -38 mm |
| Standover Height | 674 mm |
| Wheels | 27" |
Model Overview
Nerd Mini belongs to the Ns Nerd model. NS released 10 bikes variations of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all Ns Nerd bikes models from 2022, by clicking here.
Model range prices
NS Nerd Jr 2022 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 2600$. NS Nerd Mini 2022 on the other hand costs 3184$, 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.
Average price for Trail bikes
If you want an acceptable Trail bike you should know that the average price is 2762$. However, you could also get a good Trail bike even if you pay a lower amount than the average price. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 3184$. If we compare this with the average Trail bike cost we notice that the price is 15.28% higher.
Trail bikes average weight
Trail bikes weigh an average of 12.98 kg (28.62 lbs). You will have a greater advantage on climbs if your bike is easier than the average. On descents, however, a heavier bike will give you extra speed.
NS Nerd Mini it’s weighing 13.9 kg (30.64 lbs). At this weight, is a bit heavier than average. In other words, this model is 7.09% heavier than the average Trail bike.
Nerd Mini components
Fork
NS Nerd Mini 2022 bike is equipped with the Marzocchi Bomber Z2 fork, and has 130mm travel. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. In conclusion, always look for a fork with decent travel when you buy a bike.
Rear Shock
From the factory, it comes with the Manitou Radium Expert 190×40 rear shock model, which has a travel of 120mm. Rear shocks offer better comfort, better traction, and better cornering. This allows for quicker riding on rough roads and trails. In short, if you want smooth rides, get a full-suspension bicycle.
Wheels
The wheels on Nerd Mini are the 27.5″ aluminum type. 27.5″ wheels will reach higher speeds than smaller-sized wheels. However, the 27.5″ wheels are less forgiving than the 29″ wheels.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. NS Nerd Mini has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. With Hydraulic Disc brakes, you’ll be able to stop on a dime, even in wet or icy conditions. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Dropper post
Every bike should have a dropper post, and this one does. Therefore, climbing or descending will be a breeze.