Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Apex, FSA -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 1 × 11 -
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
NS AL6061-T6 custom formed and butted tubes, tapered integrated headtube, 142x12mm dropouts
Suspension Fork
NS Bikes Gravel+ Alloy fork, 15mm dropouts, 1.5T, NS thru axle
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM Apex Type 2.1, long cage, 11spd
Shift Levers
SRAM Apex, 11spd
Cassette
Microshift CS-H113 11-42t
Crank
FSA Omega S:170mm, M:172.5mm, L:175mm 42t
Chain
SRAM, 11 spd
Pedals
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Wheels
Front Hub
NS Bikes 100x15mm (loose ball)
Rear Hub
NS Bikes 142x12mm (loose ball)
Rims
NS Bikes Gravel+, 29” 32h, tubeless ready
Spokes
Spokes w/14mm nipples
Tires
r WTB Riddler 700x45C
Brakes
Brakes
Front: TEKTRO MD-C510 mechanical disc brake 160mm, Rear: TEKTRO MD-C510 mechanical disc brake 160mm
Cockpit
Stem
NS Bikes Rag+ Stem 31.8 S:70mm, M:80mm, L:90mm, XL:100mm, angle, - 7°/+ 7° (flip flop)
Handlebar
NS Flare 31.8 420, 440, 460mm
Grips
Selle Italia SMOOTAPE Gran Fondo
Headset
GW integrated tapered IS42/IS52, sealed bearings
Seat
Saddle
Selle Italia X3
Seatpost
Kalloy 27.2mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.38 mm | 1.46 mm | 1.47 mm | 1.5 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 419 mm | 420 mm | 420 mm | 419 mm |
| Front Center | 609 mm | 615 mm | 636 mm | 656 mm |
| Rake | 2 mm | -3 mm | -2 mm | -1 mm |
| Trail | 128 mm | 127 mm | 126 mm | 125 mm |
| Stack | 533 mm | 576 mm | 599 mm | 627 mm |
| Reach | 386 mm | 394 mm | 407 mm | 417 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 552 mm | 567 mm | 588 mm | 606 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 475 mm | 510 mm | 540 mm | 570 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 69.5 ° | 70.5 ° | 70.5 ° | 70.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 125 mm | 145 mm | 170 mm | 200 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 435 mm | 435 mm | 435 mm | 435 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1033 mm | 1040 mm | 1062 mm | 1082 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | -70 mm | -71 mm | -71 mm | -70 mm |
| Standover Height | 763 mm | 792 mm | 825 mm | 853 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
| Rider Min Height | 158 cm | 168 cm | 178 cm | 186 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 171 cm | 180 cm | 189 cm | 199 cm |
About this model
RAG+ 3 is a Ns Ragplus model. There are 7 bikes that carry this model name.
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.
Gravel bikes average price
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Gravel bike is 2462$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Gravel bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
This bike was released in 2023 and its price was 1698$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that RAG+ 3 price is 44.99% smaller than the average cost of a Gravel bike.
RAG+ 3 components
Fork material
The fork on this bike is made out of aluminum, which doesn’t add too much extra weight to the bike. However, it is not so stiff as steel or carbon forks are.
Wheels size
As for the wheels, NS RAG+ 3 2023, has a 700c aluminum model. These wheels are the most used kind for road bikes in general. 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. NS RAG+ 3 is equipped with Mechanical Disc brakes. These brakes are also very popular, and a lot cheaper than hydraulic disk brakes. However, performance-wise there is room for improvement.
Sizes
RAG+ 3 comes in 4 sizes, that range from 158 cm – 199 cm (5.18 ft – 6.53 ft). In conclusion, you won’t have a problem finding one that suits you.