NS Crust Toothpaste 2023
2023 Urban
Estimate price |
1,146$
Weight | 12.3 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Steel -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain Single Speed -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
158cm - 170cm
MD
168cm - 179cm
LG
176cm - 187cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
NS Bikes Crust frame, Cromoly steel tubes
Suspension Fork
NS Crust fork, Cromoly steel, 9mm dropouts, 1&1/8 steerer tube
Rear Shock
/
Drivetrain
Shift Levers
/
Cassette
18t freewheel
Crank
Lasco 165mm, 42t CNC chainring
Bottom Bracket
Square taper
Chain
PYC P510HX
Chain Guide
/
Pedals
VP Nylon
Wheels
Front Hub
NS Bikes 9x100mm bolt on
Rear Hub
NS Bikes 10x135mm bolt on
Rims
NS Bikes Urban, 27,5 inch, 25mm inner width, 32h
Spokes
Spokes w/ 14mm nipples
Tires
WTB Horizon 650B x 47
Brakes
Brakes
Mechanical Disc
Brake Levers
Tektro
Cockpit
Stem
NS RAG+ stem 31.8, 100mm
Handlebar
NS bikes bar, alloy, 700mm, low rise
Grips
NS Hold fast unlocked
Seat
Saddle
Selle Italia X3
Seatpost
25,8 x 400mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.47 mm | 1.44 mm | 1.43 mm |
| Front Center | 629 mm | 643 mm | 663 mm |
| Rake | 662 mm | 668 mm | 677 mm |
| Trail | -1896 mm | -1908 mm | -1926 mm |
| Stack | 586 mm | 595 mm | 610 mm |
| Reach | 398 mm | 413 mm | 428 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 584 mm | 597 mm | 616 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 500 mm | 535 mm | 570 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 418 mm | 418 mm | 418 mm |
| Wheelbase | 999 mm | 1010 mm | 1016 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | -69 mm | -69 mm | -69 mm |
| Standover Height | 786 mm | 810 mm | 836 mm |
| Wheels | 650 | 650 | 650 |
| Rider Min Height | 158 cm | 168 cm | 176 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 170 cm | 179 cm | 187 cm |
About this model
Crust Toothpaste completes the Ns Crust model. NS released 2 bikes variations of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2023, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
NS Crust Toothpaste 2023 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 1061$. NS Crust Black 2023 on the other hand costs 1061$, and is the most expensive model.
Safety
Make sure you wear a helmet on every ride, and that your bike performs well. In short, this means checking the tires, brakes, and chain to make sure everything is in good working order.
Commuter bikes average price
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Commuter bike is 762$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Commuter bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
When NS released this model in 2023, its price was 1061$. Comparing this to the average Commuter bike price, we see that the price is 39.24% more expensive.
Average weight for Commuter bikes
If we make a quick analysis of the average weight of a Commuter bike, we get 13.77 kg (30.36 lbs). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
Crust Toothpaste weighs 12.3 kg (27.12 lbs) and is considerably lighter than the average. In other words, this model is 11.95% lighter than the average Commuter bike.
Overview of components
Fork material
The fork on this bike is made out of steel, which tends to be more flexible than carbon forks in general. However, a carbon fork is considerably lighter.
Wheels
When leaving the production line, the Crust Toothpaste model has aluminum wheels. 650b wheels make a great choice if you want to sacrifice speed for comfort. However, they don’t perform so well when you go over bumps and obstacles.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The Crust Toothpaste has Mechanical Disc brakes. They deliver good performance and cost less than hydraulic disk brakes. However, performance-wise there is room for improvement.
Sizes
Crust Toothpaste comes in 3 sizes, that range from 158 cm – 187 cm (5.18 ft – 6.14 ft). In short, it won’t be difficult to find the right one for you.