Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Fork SunTour
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Groupset Tourney, Shimano -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 3 × 7 -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
152cm - 165cm
MD
162cm - 175cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
AL6 XC SPORT FRAME
Suspension Fork
SUNTOUR XCE28 100MM TRAVEL
Rear Shock
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Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SHIMANO TY300 6/7-SPEED DIRECT ATTACH
Shift Levers
SHIMANO ST-EF41 3x7-SPEED TRIGGER
Cassette
SHIMANO TZ500 7-SPEED 14-28T
Crank
STEEL TCSH2-CFPG, 42/34/24T 7-SPEED
Bottom Bracket
CARTRIDGE BEARING 68x119MM
Chain
KMC HV-500
Wheels
Rims
DOUBLE WALL ALLOY RIMS W/ ALLOY HUBS
Tires
DELI 27.5x2.10”
Brakes
Brakes
MECHANICAL DISC BRAKE
Cockpit
Stem
ENTITY OE, ALLOY, E: 45MM, B: 31.8MM, R/D: 0
Handlebar
STEEL, W: 680MM, B: 31.8MM, R/D: 40MM
Seat
Saddle
MTB STEEL RAIL SADDLE
Seatpost
NTITY OE, ALLOY
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD |
|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.54 mm | 1.48 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 303 mm | 303 mm |
| Front Center | 640 mm | 660 mm |
| Rake | 42 mm | 42 mm |
| Trail | 91 mm | 91 mm |
| Stack | 599.1 mm | 603.8 mm |
| Reach | 389.7 mm | 408.2 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 571 mm | 591 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 406 mm | 456 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 69 ° | 69 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 105 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 436 mm | 436 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1071 mm | 1092 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 47 mm | 47 mm |
| Standover Height | 706 mm | 748 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" |
| Rider Min Height | 152 cm | 162 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 165 cm | 175 cm |
Model Overview
CASCADE 3 belongs to the Polygon Cascade model. 15 bikes variations carry this model name so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2022, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Polygon CASCADE 2 2022 has a starting price of 519$. Polygon CASCADE 4 2022 on the other hand is the most expensive at 599$.
Safety
Your safety is a top priority so always wear a helmet when you ride your bike. Moreover, wear the right clothing. You want to be visible to other drivers, so avoid wearing dark clothing.
Crosscountry bikes average price
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Crosscountry bike is 1905$. However, you could also get a good Crosscountry bike even if you pay a lower amount than the average price. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2022 for 539$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that CASCADE 3 price is 253.43% lower than the average cost of a Crosscountry bike.
Overview of components
Fork
This bike has the SunTour fork installed. The fork’s travel is 100mm. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. To sum it all, when buying a bike, ensure that you look for a fork capable of decent travel.
Wheels size
The CASCADE 3 2022 bike is equipped with 27.5″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. 27.5″ wheels are a mixture between 29″ wheels and 26″ wheels. However, these wheels have a slower top speed if you compare them to 29″ wheels.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Polygon CASCADE 3 has Mechanical Disc brakes installed. They are much easier to maintain than hydraulic disk brakes. However, with hydraulic disk brakes, you have the ultimate braking power!
Sizes
Polygon CASCADE 3 bike has 2 sizes, in the range of 152 cm – 175 cm (4.99 ft – 5.74 ft). In conclusion, it won’t take much to find one that’s right for you.