Polygon STRATTOS S3 2023
2023 Road
Estimate price |
689$
Weight | 9.8 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Sora -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 2 × 9 -
Brakes Rim
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
162cm - 170cm
MD
168cm - 176cm
LG
174cm - 182cm
XL
179cm - 187cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
aluminum
Suspension Fork
LIGHT WEIGHT CARBON FORK, STRAIGHT 1-1/8"
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SHIMANO SORA RD-R3000-SS DIRECT ATTACH
Front Derailleur
Shimano Sora FD-R3000 Band-Type 31.8mm
Shift Levers
SHIMANO SORA ST-R3000, 2x9-SPEED DUAL CONTROL LEVER
Cassette
SUNRACE CSM96.9AS 11-28T
Crank
SHIMANO SORA FC-R3000 50/34T
Bottom Bracket
SHIMANO BSA THREADED FOR 2-PIECE CRANKSET, 68MM
Chain
KMC X9
Pedals
ALLOY CAGE & BODY W/ REFLECTOR
Wheels
Front Hub
F: ALLOY QRx100mm 32H / R: ALLOY QRx130mm 32H
Rear Hub
F: ALLOY QRx100mm 32H / R: ALLOY QRx130mm 32H
Rims
ALLOY DOUBLE WALL 622-15 32H FOR TYRE 622-20/35 W/ CNC
Tires
PERFORMANCE TIRE 700C
Brakes
Brakes
TEKTRO R315
Brake Levers
SHIMANO SORA ST-R3000
Cockpit
Stem
Entity OE Alloy, 31.8mm,10°
Handlebar
ENTITY SPORT ALLOY, 400mm (XS, S, M) / 420mm (L, XL), BB: 31.8mm, R/D: 124mm, B/R: 80mm
Headset
ZERO STACK (ZS) SEMI-INTEGRATED BEARING FOR STRAIGHT HEAD TUBE, ZS 44/28.6 | ZS 44/30, ID: 44MM
Seat
Saddle
ENTITY, STEEL ø 7mm
Seatpost
ENTITY SPORT ALLOY, 27.2 x 350mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.37 mm | 1.41 mm | 1.46 mm | 1.49 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 268 mm | 268 mm | 268 mm | 268 mm |
| Front Center | 591 mm | 598 mm | 600 mm | 611 mm |
| Rake | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm |
| Trail | 71 mm | 68 mm | 62 mm | 62 mm |
| Stack | 512 mm | 532.5 mm | 555.1 mm | 574.1 mm |
| Reach | 373 mm | 377 mm | 381 mm | 386.3 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 517 mm | 532 mm | 547.7 mm | 558.7 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74.5 ° | 74 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 460 mm | 490 mm | 520 mm | 550 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70.5 ° | 71 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 120 mm | 140 mm | 160 mm | 180 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 407 mm | 407 mm | 407 mm | 407 mm |
| Wheelbase | 986 mm | 993 mm | 995 mm | 1006 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 75 mm | 75 mm | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Standover Height | 700 | 728 mm | 756 mm | 783 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
| Rider Min Height | 162 cm | 168 cm | 174 cm | 179 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 170 cm | 176 cm | 182 cm | 187 cm |
About this model
STRATTOS S3 is part of the Polygon Strattos model. Polygon released 46 bikes variations of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all Polygon Strattos bikes models from 2023, by clicking here.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Polygon STRATTOS S2 2023 has a starting price of 569$. Polygon Strattos S8 Disc 2023 on the other hand is the most expensive at 2599$.
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 Race bikes
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Race bike is 3350$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Race bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
This bike was released in 2023 and its price was 689$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that STRATTOS S3 price is 386.21% smaller than the average cost of a Race bike.
Average weight for Race bikes
Race bikes have an average weight of 6.82 kg (15.04 lbs). A lighter bike will give you some extra advantage when climbing. A heavier bike will have more speed for descents.
Weighing 9.8 kg (21.61 lbs), the STRATTOS S3 model is much heavier than average. In conclusion, the average Race bike weighs 43.7% less than STRATTOS S3.
STRATTOS S3 components
Fork material
The fork on this bike is made out of carbon, so, it won’t add up to much weight to your bike. However, the price you have to pay for a carbon fork is considerably higher.
Wheels size
When it comes to wheels, the STRATTOS S3 bike is equipped with the 700c aluminum model. These are the most popular wheels for road, aero, gravel, cyclocross, race, and gravel bikes. However, these wheels don’t perform so well when passing over obstacles.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Polygon STRATTOS S3 is equipped with Rim brakes. Rim brakes deliver an average performance overall. However, you could spend a little extra and get a bike that has hydraulic brakes.
Sizes
There are 4 sizes available for this model. Rider height can be anywhere between 162 cm – 187 cm (5.31 ft – 6.14 ft). In short, you can easily find one that suits you.