Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset GRX 800, 105 -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 2 × 11 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
48cm
152cm - 161cm
50.5cm
158cm - 167cm
53cm
165cm - 174cm
55.5cm
171cm - 180cm
58cm
177cm - 186cm
60.5cm
184cm - 194cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
High-Modulus Carbon
Suspension Fork
High-Modulus Carbon
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano GRX RD-RX810
Front Derailleur
Shimano 105 FD-R7000
Shift Levers
Shimano 105 ST-R7020 11 speed
Cassette
Shimano 105 CS-R7000 11-32T
Crank
Praxis Alba 50/34T
Bottom Bracket
Praxis M30 PressFit BB386
Chain
KMC X11
Wheels
Front Hub
Sealed Bearing 12x100mm TA
Rear Hub
Sealed Bearing, Alloy Freehub 12x142mm TA
Rims
Alex ATD560 Tubeless Ready - Black
Tires
Hutchinson Sector 700x32c, Folding, Tubeless Ready
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano 105 BR-R7020 Hydraulic Disc
Brake Levers
Shimano 105 ST-R7020 Hydraulic
Cockpit
Stem
Norco SL Aluminum
Handlebar
Norco Aero All Road Aluminum, 10 deg Flare
Headset
FSA Orbit No. 42
Seat
Saddle
Norco SL Race Chromo Rails
Seatpost
Norco SL Aluminum
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 48cm | 50.5cm | 53cm | 55.5cm | 58cm | 60.5cm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.42 mm | 1.43 mm | 1.44 mm | 1.46 mm | 1.48 mm | 1.5 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 269 mm | 271.5 mm | 271.5 mm | 271.5 mm | 274 mm | 274 mm |
| Front Center | 581 mm | 588 mm | 598 mm | 605 mm | 618 mm | 630 mm |
| Rake | 51 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm | 48 mm | 48 mm | 48 mm |
| Trail | 62 mm | 59 mm | 56 mm | 58 mm | 56 mm | 54 mm |
| Stack | 528 mm | 539 mm | 558 mm | 576 mm | 596 mm | 616 mm |
| Reach | 371 mm | 378 mm | 388 mm | 394 mm | 403 mm | 411 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 517 mm | 532 mm | 550 mm | 567 mm | 585 mm | 602 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74.5 ° | 74 ° | 73.75 ° | 73.25 ° | 73 ° | 72.75 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 385 mm | 414 mm | 442 mm | 477 mm | 507 mm | 537 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 71.25 ° | 71.75 ° | 72.25 ° | 72.5 ° | 72.75 ° | 73 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 107.5 mm | 120 mm | 137.5 mm | 155 mm | 177.5 mm | 197.5 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 417 mm | 417 mm | 417 mm | 417 mm | 420 mm | 420 mm |
| Wheelbase | 986 mm | 994 mm | 1004 mm | 1011 mm | 1028 mm | 1040 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 75 mm | 72 mm | 72 mm | 72 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm |
| Standover Height | 659 mm | 689 mm | 708 mm | 740 mm | 771 mm | 799 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
| Rider Min Height | 152 cm | 158 cm | 165 cm | 171 cm | 177 cm | 184 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 161 cm | 167 cm | 174 cm | 180 cm | 186 cm | 194 cm |
About this model
Section C3 is a Norco Section model. Norco launched 36 bikes of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all Norco Section bikes models from 2021, by clicking here.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Norco Section A2 2021 has a starting price of 1599$. Norco Section C3 2021 on the other hand is the most expensive at 3499$.
Safety
Take safety seriously when you ride your bike, and always wear your helmet. Moreover, don’t ride on the sidewalk. This is actually against the law in some states and can be dangerous for both you and pedestrians.
Gravel bikes average price
If you want to purchase a solid Gravel bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 2462$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Gravel bike. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 3499$. If we compare this with the average Gravel bike cost we notice that the price is 42.12% higher.
Overview of components
Fork material
Section C3 has a carbon fork, so, its weight is considerably lighter than one made out of steel. However, they cost a bit more than steel forks.
Wheels size
The Section C3 2021 bike is equipped with 700c aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. There is no doubt, that 700c wheels are very popular on all road bike models. However, while they give you great speed and control, these wheels are not so bump-friendly.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Norco Section C3 has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.
Sizes
Section C3 comes in 6 sizes, that range from 152 cm – 194 cm (4.99 ft – 6.36 ft). In conclusion, it won’t take much to find one that’s right for you.