Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Fork RST F1RST
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Groupset Deore -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
17"
168cm - 180cm
19"
177cm - 190cm
21"
187cm - 202cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
triple butted hydroformed alloy 6061 29"
Suspension Fork
RST F1RST 29 15 TRL air, remote lock out (100 mm)
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SHIMANO Deore
Shift Levers
SHIMANO Deore (12)
Cassette
SHIMANO CS-M6100-12, 10-51 (12)
Crank
SHIMANO M510-1, 34 teeth, 170 / 175 mm cranks
Chain
KMC X12
Wheels
Front Hub
AUTHOR Helium 15 / SHIMANO, 15 × 100 mm thru front axle, 12 × 148 mm thru rear axle, 32 holes
Rear Hub
AUTHOR Helium 15 / SHIMANO, 15 × 100 mm thru front axle, 12 × 148 mm thru rear axle, 32 holes
Rims
AUTHOR Xenon TRC 29, 32 holes
Spokes
black stainless steel 2.0 mm
Tires
VITTORIA Barzo aramid 29" × 2.25"
Brakes
Brakes
SHIMANO BR-MT410, disc hydraulic (7" rotors)
Cockpit
Stem
AUTHOR alloy
Handlebar
AUTHOR Flatbar, 9°, 700 / 720 mm
Grips
AUTHOR Pro Lock
Seat
Saddle
AUTHOR Navigator
Seatpost
AUTHOR alloy (31.6)
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 17" | 19" | 21" |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.523 mm | 1.484 mm | 1.45 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 313 mm | 313 mm | 313 mm |
| Front Center | 677 mm | 697 mm | 718 mm |
| Rake | 51 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm |
| Trail | 82 mm | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Stack | 629 mm | 638 mm | 648 mm |
| Reach | 413 mm | 430 mm | 447 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 605 mm | 625 mm | 645 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 432 mm | 483 mm | 535 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 110 mm | 120 mm | 130 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 443 mm | 443 mm | 443 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1113 mm | 1133 mm | 1154 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 61 mm | 61 mm | 61 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 168 cm | 177 cm | 187 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 180 cm | 190 cm | 202 cm |
About this model
Context 29 completes the Author Context model. Author launched 9 bikes of this model so far. Check out the entire range from 2024 of this model, by clicking this link.
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.
Crosscountry bikes average price
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Crosscountry bike is 1905$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Crosscountry bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
Average weight for Crosscountry bikes
The average weight for Crosscountry bikes is 12.4 kg (27.34 lbs). A lighter bike will give you some extra advantage when climbing. A heavier bike will have more speed for descents.
Context 29 weighs 12.3 kg (27.12 lbs) and is slightly lighter than the average. In short, the average Crosscountry bike weight is 0.81% higher than this one.
Context 29 components
Fork
The Context 29 comes factory-installed with the RST F1RST fork. This has a travel range of 100mm. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. To sum it all, when buying a bike, ensure that you look for a fork capable of decent travel.
Wheels
The Context 29 2024 bike is equipped with 29″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. Having 29″ wheels means that you need less fork travel, leading to a reduction of the pedal bob effect. However, 29″ wheels will make your bike react slower to obstacles you may encounter.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Author Context 29 is equipped with Hydraulic Disc brakes. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Sizes
This bike is available in 3 sizes. They vary from 168 cm – 202 cm (5.51 ft – 6.63 ft). In conclusion, it won’t take much to find one that’s right for you.