Polygon RELIC JR 26 2020
2020 Youth
Estimate price |
449$
Weight | 14.56 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 26" -
Travel Front 80mm -
Fork SunTour XCT
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Groupset Altus, Tourney -
Suspension Hardtail -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
AL6 RIGID FRAME, 10X135MM, IS MOUNT
Suspension Fork
SR SUNTOUR XCT SUSPENSION FORK, TRAVEL 80MM
Rear Shock
-
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SHIMANO ALTUS RD-M310
Shift Levers
SHIMANO TOURNEY ST-TX800
Cassette
SUNRACE CSM55.8AU0.US0, 11-32T
Crank
ALLOY CRANK 42/34/24T, 165MM
Bottom Bracket
STEEL BB
Chain
KMC Z-7
Wheels
Rims
DOUBLE WALL RIMS WITH ALLOY HUBS
Tires
DELI TIRES, 26”X2.10”
Brakes
Brakes
TEKTRO MD-M300, MECHANICAL DISC BRAKE
Cockpit
Stem
ENTITY OE, ALLOY, 60MM
Handlebar
ENTITY OE, ALLOY, 680MM
Seat
Saddle
POLYGON SADDLE, STEEL RAIL
Seatpost
ENTITY SPORT, ALLOY, 27.2X350MM
Model Overview
RELIC JR 26 is a Polygon Relic model. Polygon released 14 bikes variations of this model so far.
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.
Youth bikes average price
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Youth bike is 278$. However, you could also get a good Youth bike even if you pay a lower amount than the average price. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 449$. In conclusion, this bike price is 61.51% more expensive than the price of the average Youth bike.
Average weight for Youth bikes
The average weight for Youth bikes is 11.74 kg (25.88 lbs). An easier bike will give you a big advantage in climbs. However, a heavier bike can gain speed when you descend.
RELIC JR 26 weighs 14.56 kg (32.1 lbs) and is much heavier than the average. In other words, this model is 24.02% heavier than the average Youth bike.
RELIC JR 26 components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the SunTour XCT model. The travel on this model is 80mm. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. In short, make sure you choose one with a decent fork when you purchase your dream bike.
Wheels size
When leaving the production line, the RELIC JR 26 model has 26″ aluminum wheels. Being a little smaller, these wheels will fit both small and tall riders. However, you will need increased suspension than in the case of 29″ wheels.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Polygon RELIC JR 26 has Mechanical Disc brakes installed. 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, make sure it fits you, or look for another model.