Dawes Ultra Galaxy 2020
2020 Urban
Estimate price |
1,606$
Weight | 15 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Steel -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Sora -
Suspension Rigid -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Reynolds 520 Double Butted Chromoly
Suspension Fork
Chromoly Fork with 1 1/8¿ steerer, low-rider fork mounts
Drivetrain
Shift Levers
Shimano Sora ST-R3000 STI Levers 3 x 9spd
Cassette
Shimano Cassette CS-HG400, 9 Speed, 11-34T
Chain
Shimano CN-HG93
Pedals
Supplied
Wheels
Front Hub
Shimano Deore, HB-M475 36H, QR, Alloy
Rear Hub
Shimano Deore, HB-M475 36H, QR, Alloy
Rims
ALEX DRAW 1.7P Double Wall Alloy, Tubeless Ready
Tires
Schwalbe Marathon, with GreenGuard & Reflective sidewall 700 x 32C
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano Sora Mechanical BR-R317 Disc Brakes, 160mm rotors
Cockpit
Stem
Alloy Ahead Stem, 70mm extension (50cm), 80mm extension (54cm, 58cm), Rise +/- 7 Degree
Handlebar
Dawes Alloy Butted Racing Bar, 77mm Reach, 124mm Drop, 420mm wide (50cm), 440mm wide (54cm, 58cm)
Seat
Saddle
Dawes Comfort Touring saddle
Seatpost
Alloy Micro Adjust, 27.2mm x 400mm, 5mm Offset
About this model
Ultra Galaxy belongs to the Dawes Ultra model. 1 bike variation carries this model name so far.
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.
Average price for Commuter bikes
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Commuter bike that is reliable is 762$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Commuter bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 1460$. Comparing the average cost of a Commuter bike to this one, you will see that Ultra Galaxy price is 91.6% more expensive.
Average weight for Commuter bikes
Commuter bikes weigh an average of 14.29 kg (31.5 lbs). You will have a greater advantage on climbs if your bike is easier than the average. On descents, however, a heavier bike will give you extra speed.
Ultra Galaxy weighs 15 kg (33.07 lbs) and is slightly heavier than the average. In other words, this model is 4.97% heavier than the average Commuter bike.
Ultra Galaxy components
Fork material
The fork is made out of steel, which tends to be more flexible than carbon forks in general. However, a carbon fork is considerably lighter.
Wheels
As for the wheels, Dawes Ultra Galaxy 2020, has a 700c aluminum model. These are the most popular wheels for road, aero, gravel, cyclocross, race, and gravel bikes. However, these wheels don’t perform so well when passing over obstacles.
Brakes
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This bike has Mechanical Disc brakes. These brakes are also very popular, and a lot cheaper than hydraulic disk brakes. However, with hydraulic disk brakes, you have the ultimate braking power!
Sizes
Dawes Ultra Galaxy 2020 is available in one size only. In short, make sure you double-check if it fits you.