Focus WHISTLER 3.8 2021
2021 Mountain
Estimate price |
916$
Weight | 14.2 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Fork SunTour XCR 32
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Groupset XT, Deore -
Suspension Hardtail -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
6061 aluminium, BSA BB, international disc brake standard
Suspension Fork
SR Suntour XCR 32 LO-R, 100 mm travel, 9 mm QR
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore XT M781, 10-speed
Front Derailleur
Shimano Deore M6000
Shift Levers
Shimano Deore M6000
Cassette
Shimano HG50, 11-36T
Crank
Shimano MT500
Bottom Bracket
BSA
Chain
KMC X10.93
Wheels
Front Hub
Shimano TX505, QR
Rear Hub
Shimano TX505, QR
Rims
Schürmann YAK 21
Tires
Schwalbe Smart Sam 2.25
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano MT200, hydraulic disc brake
Brake Levers
Shimano MT200
Cockpit
Stem
aluminium, 31.8mm
Handlebar
aluminium, riserbar, 720mm
Grips
Velo VLG108
Headset
VP Components
Seat
Saddle
FOCUS Sport
Seatpost
Alloy, 27,2 mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL | XS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.48 mm | 1.54 mm | 1.53 mm | 1.52 mm | 1.53 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 299 mm | 312 mm | 312 mm | 312 mm | 312 mm |
| Front Center | 571 mm | 641 mm | 655 mm | 677 mm | 693 mm |
| Rake | 46 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm |
| Trail | 80 mm | 93 mm | 93 mm | 93 mm | 94 mm |
| Stack | 538 mm | 616 mm | 626 mm | 644 mm | 664 mm |
| Reach | 363 mm | 399 mm | 409 mm | 424 mm | 434 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 502 mm | 574 mm | 587 mm | 607 mm | 623 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 75.5 ° | 74 ° | 74 ° | 74 ° | 74 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 455 mm | 420 mm | 460 mm | 500 mm | 540 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 71 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 120 mm | 100 mm | 110 mm | 130 mm | 150 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 419 mm | 451 mm | 451 mm | 451 mm | 451 mm |
| Wheelbase | 978 mm | 1085 mm | 1099 mm | 1121 mm | 1137 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 75 mm | 62 mm | 62 mm | 62 mm | 62 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
About this model
WHISTLER 3.8 is part of the Focus Whistler model. 34 bikes variations carry this model name so far. Take a sneak peek at all Focus Whistler bikes models from 2021, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Focus WHISTLER 3.5 2021 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 583$. On the other hand, Focus WHISTLER 3.9 2021, is the most expensive and costs 1061$.
Safety
Your safety should be the top priority when you go for a ride. In short, make sure that you always use a helmet, high visibility clothing, and proper lights when riding at night-time.
Crosscountry bikes average price
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Crosscountry bike is 1905$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Crosscountry bike. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 848$. If we compare this with the average Crosscountry bike cost we notice that the price is 124.65% smaller.
Crosscountry bikes average weight
Crosscountry bikes have an average weight of 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.
With a weight of 14.2 kg (31.31 lbs), Focus bike is considerably heavier than average. To sum up, it’s 14.52% heavier than the average weight of Crosscountry bikes.
WHISTLER 3.8 components
Fork
The WHISTLER 3.8 comes factory-installed with the SunTour XCR 32 fork. This has a travel range of 100mm. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. In conclusion, always look for a fork with decent travel when you buy a bike.
Wheels size
As for the wheels, Focus WHISTLER 3.8 2021, has a 29″ aluminum model. Having 29″ wheels means that you need less fork travel, leading to a reduction of the pedal bob effect. However, if you’re not a tall person, you might find it difficult to adapt to this wheel size.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Focus WHISTLER 3.8 is equipped with Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.