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.
MD
162cm - 175cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
ALUTECH XC SPORT 27.5"
Suspension Fork
SUNTOUR XCE, 100MM 27.5" TRAVEL
Rear Shock
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Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SHIMANO RD-TY200 6/7-SPEED DA
Shift Levers
SHIMANO ST-EF41 3X7 SPEED
Cassette
SHIMANO TZ500 7-SPEED 14-28T
Crank
WHEELTOP TCSH2-CFPG 42/34/24T 170 MM
Bottom Bracket
CARTRIDGE BB
Chain
KMC HV-500 7-SPEED
Wheels
Rims
DOUBLE WALL ALLOY RIMS W/ ALLOY HUBS
Tires
PERFORMANCE TIRE 27.5" X2.1
Brakes
Brakes
TEKTRO MD-M280 DISC BRAKE
Cockpit
Stem
ENTITY OE E: 45MM, BB: 31.8MM
Handlebar
STEEL W:680MM R:40MM BB:31.8MM
Seat
Saddle
FOMING STEEL RAIL
Seatpost
STEEL CANDLE TYPE 27.2MMX300MM
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | MD |
|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.48 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 303 mm |
| Front Center | 660 mm |
| Rake | 42 mm |
| Trail | 91 mm |
| Stack | 602.8 mm |
| Reach | 407.2 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 590 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 456 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 69 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 105 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 435 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1091 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 47 mm |
| Standover Height | 752 mm |
| Wheels | 27" |
| Rider Min Height | 162 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 175 cm |
About this model
CASCADE 2 belongs to the Polygon Cascade model. Polygon launched 15 bikes of this model so far. Check out the entire range from 2021 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
Polygon CASCADE 2 2021 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 469$. Polygon CASCADE 4 2021 on the other hand costs 599$, and is the most expensive model.
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.
Average price for Crosscountry bikes
If you want to purchase a solid Crosscountry bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 1905$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Crosscountry bike. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2021 for 469$. Comparing the average cost of a Crosscountry bike to this one, you will see that CASCADE 2 price is 306.18% smaller.
Overview of components
Fork
The CASCADE 2 comes factory-installed with the SunTour fork. This has a travel range of 100mm. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. In short, make sure you choose one with a decent fork when you purchase your dream bike.
Wheels size
As for the wheels, Polygon CASCADE 2 2021, has a 27.5″ aluminum model. 27.5″ wheels will reach higher speeds than smaller-sized wheels. However, these wheels have a slower top speed if you compare them to 29″ wheels.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The CASCADE 2 comes with Mechanical Disc brakes. They deliver good performance and cost less than hydraulic disk brakes. However, they don’t have the stopping power of hydraulic brakes.
Sizes
This bike has one size only, so it might not fit you. In conclusion, double-check its size to make sure it’s a good fit for you.