Triban RC 120 Road Bike, Abyss – Micfroshift 2020
2020 Road
Estimate price |
507$
Weight | 10.9 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset microSHIFT -
Suspension Rigid -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Comfort-oriented frame geometry with a higher steering socket and a shorter top tube that offers a more upright position than a classic road frame. 6061 T6 aluminium sloping frame with semi-integrated headset. Frame weight, size M: 1830 g.
Suspension Fork
Carbon fork that is more lightweight and offers more precise directional control. Aheadset 1"1/8 head tube that provides great strength and rigidity to the steering assembly. Inserts in the fork to fit a pannier rack. Maximum load on the fork: 9 kg
Drivetrain
Shift Levers
sturdy Microshift 8-speed shifter. Very comfortable ergonomy: shifter with a pleasant feel
Cassette
Microshift 11 x 34 cassette, (11/13/15/18/21/24/28/34), Shimano Tourney double chainring 50/34 bottom bracket. Cranks:, XS, S, M: 170 mm. L, XL: 175mm, Bottom bracket with integrated bearing
Pedals
Hybrid platform pedals.
Wheels
Rims
Triban 700 wheels, Aero 28 hubs
Tires
Triban Protect 700 x 28 tyres. Anti-puncture protection, Supple carcass for low weight, Max pressure: 8 bar /116 psi. 48mm Triban inner tube with Presta valve
Brakes
Brakes
Aluminium brake levers equipped with cartridge brake pads for increased braking efficiency.
About this model
RC 120 Road Bike, Abyss – Micfroshift is part of the Triban Rc model. 35 bikes variations carry this model name so far. Take a sneak peek at all Triban Rc bikes models from 2020, by clicking here.
Model range prices
TRIBAN RC 100 Road Bike 2020 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 339$. TRIBAN RC 520 Gravel Adventure Bike 2020 on the other hand costs 1033$, and is the most expensive model.
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.
Endurance bikes average price
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Endurance bike is 2346$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on an Endurance bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
At the moment of the release date, TRIBAN RC 120 Road Bike, Abyss – Micfroshift price was 461$. In conclusion, this bike price is 408.89% smaller than the price of the average Endurance bike.
Endurance bikes average weight
Endurance bikes weigh an average of 8.2 kg (18.08 lbs). A lighter bike will give you some extra advantage when climbing. A heavier bike will have more speed for descents.
TRIBAN RC 120 Road Bike, Abyss – Micfroshift it’s weighing 10.9 kg (24.03 lbs). At this weight, is much heavier than average. To sum up, it’s 32.93% heavier than the average weight of Endurance bikes.
Overview of components
Fork material
RC 120 Road Bike, Abyss – Micfroshift has a carbon fork, so, it won’t add up to much weight to your bike. However, the price you have to pay for a carbon fork is considerably higher.
Wheels
When it comes to wheels, the RC 120 Road Bike, Abyss – Micfroshift bike is equipped with the 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
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The RC 120 Road Bike, Abyss – Micfroshift comes with Rim brakes. Slightly lighter than hydraulic brakes, rim brakes are a budget choice. However, they are not nearly as effective as hydraulic brakes are.
Sizes
TRIBAN RC 120 Road Bike, Abyss – Micfroshift 2020 is available in one size only. In short, make sure you double-check if it fits you.