Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Steel -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 160mm -
Fork RockShox Lyrik Select+
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Groupset GX Eagle -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
155cm - 165cm
MD
163cm - 174cm
MD/LG
172cm - 183cm
LG
181cm - 192cm
XL
190cm - 200cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Suspension Fork
Rock Shox Lyrik Select+ 160mm Boost 110x15mm
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM GX Eagle
Shift Levers
SRAM GX Eagle
Cassette
SRAM GX Eagle 10-52t
Crank
SRAM GX 170mm
Bottom Bracket
92mm Press Fit (PF92)*
Chain
SRAM GX Eagle
Pedals
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Wheels
Rims
Chromag 29" Phase30 Rims / Chromag R4 Hubs. (Magna40 Rims for 27+)
Tires
Maxxis Minion DHF/DHR
Brakes
Brakes
SRAM G2 RSC
Cockpit
Stem
Chromag HiFi 40mm
Handlebar
Chromag OSX 25mm Rise, 800mm Wide
Grips
Chromag Format
Headset
Cane Creek Forty ZS
Seat
Saddle
Chromag Trailmaster DT
Seatpost
RockShox Reverb, (150mm - S, M, M/L) (175mm - L) (200mm - XL)
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | MD/LG | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.49 mm | 1.41 mm | 1.38 mm | 1.33 mm | 1.3 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 320 mm | 320 mm | 320 mm | 320 mm | 320 mm |
| Front Center | 762 mm | 787 mm | 808 mm | 836 mm | 857 mm |
| Rake | 51 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm | 50 mm | 51 mm |
| Trail | 126 mm | 126 mm | 126 mm | 127 mm | 126 mm |
| Stack | 632 mm | 632 mm | 641 mm | 650 | 659 mm |
| Reach | 423 mm | 448 mm | 465 mm | 489 mm | 505 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 580 mm | 605 mm | 624 mm | 650 | 669 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 76 ° | 76 ° | 76 ° | 76 ° | 76 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 368 mm | 406 mm | 431 mm | 456 mm | 494 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 64 ° | 64 ° | 64 ° | 64 ° | 64 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 95 mm | 95 mm | 105 mm | 115 mm | 125 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 422 mm | 422 mm | 422 mm | 422 mm | 422 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1179 mm | 1204 mm | 1225 mm | 1253 mm | 1274 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm |
| Standover Height | 679 mm | 716 mm | 740 mm | 764 mm | 801 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 155 cm | 163 cm | 172 cm | 181 cm | 190 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 165 cm | 174 cm | 183 cm | 192 cm | 200 cm |
Model Overview
ROOTDOWN G2 is a Chromag Rootdown model. 20 bikes variations carry this model name so far. You can easily view all of the Chromag Rootdown bikes models from 2022, here.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Chromag ROOTDOWN G3 2022 has a starting price of 3277$. Chromag Rootdown Ti G1 2022 on the other hand is the most expensive at 6755$.
Safety
When cycling always take safety very seriously. Wear a helmet, obey the traffic rules and wear hi-vis clothes. In short, take care of yourself so others can take care of you.
Enduro bikes average price
If you want an acceptable Enduro bike you should know that the average price is 3599$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Enduro bike. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2022 for 4175$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that ROOTDOWN G2 price is 16% higher than the average cost of an Enduro bike.
Overview of components
Fork
Chromag ROOTDOWN G2 2022 bike is equipped with the RockShox Lyrik Select+ fork, and has 160mm travel. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Wheels
As for the wheels, Chromag ROOTDOWN G2 2022, has a 29″ aluminum model. These wheels are more forgiving when you go over roots, rocks, bumps, or other obstacles you encounter on your ride. However, if you’re not a tall person, you might find it difficult to adapt to this wheel size.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Chromag ROOTDOWN G2 has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Sizes
There are 5 sizes available for this model. Rider height can be anywhere between 155 cm – 200 cm (5.09 ft – 6.56 ft). In conclusion, it won’t take much to find one that’s right for you.
Dropper post
The Chromag model is also equipped with a dropper post. If you are a technical rider, a dropper post is essential. A dropper post provides increased safety while riding. The lever system, allows you to move your saddle up and down, which is very useful on climbs and descends.