Breezer Uptown 8+ 2020
2020 Urban
Estimate price |
799$
Weight | 15.46 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 26" -
Groupset Nexus -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain Internally Geared Hub -
Brakes Rim
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
158cm - 171cm
MD
168cm - 180cm
LG
178cm - 189cm
XL
186cm - 199cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Breezer custom-tapered aluminum, double water bottle mount
Suspension Fork
Breezer chromoly
Drivetrain
Shift Levers
Shimano Nexus 8 Revo-Shift, 8-speed
Cassette
Shimano, 18T
Crank
Forged 3-piece aluminum, 38T
Bottom Bracket
VP-BC73C cartridge-style
Chain
KMC
Pedals
VP, polished aluminum body, chromoly axle
Wheels
Rims
Shimano 3W Dynamo front / Nexus 8 rear, 36H hubs, Vera alloy rims
Tires
Vera Citywide, 26 x 1.75" w/ Puncture Protection, reflective stripe
Brakes
Brakes
Breezer aluminum linear pull, stainless hardware
Brake Levers
Aluminum, 4-Finger Ergonomic
Cockpit
Stem
Breezer Aluminum, 25.4, quill-style
Handlebar
Breezer North Road Aluminum, 25.4, 26mm rise, 570mm wide, 33 degree sweep
Grips
Breezer Perforated Comfort
Headset
FSA , 1", threaded
Seat
Saddle
Breezer Comfort
Seatpost
Breezer Suspension aluminum, 40mm travel, 27.2mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front Center | 607 mm | 627 mm | 647 mm | 667 mm |
| Rake | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 574 mm | 594 mm | 614 mm | 634 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 71 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 450 mm | 500 mm | 550 mm | 600 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 71 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 150 mm | 150 mm | 150 mm | 180 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 454 mm | 454 mm | 454 mm | 454 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1056 mm | 1076 mm | 1096 mm | 1116 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm |
| Standover Height | 735 mm | 773 mm | 799 mm | 837 mm |
| Wheels | 26" | 26" | 26" | 26" |
| Rider Min Height | 158 cm | 168 cm | 178 cm | 186 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 171 cm | 180 cm | 189 cm | 199 cm |
About this model
Uptown 8+ belongs to the Breezer Uptown model. Breezer launched 70 bikes of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Breezer Uptown bikes models from 2020, here.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Breezer Uptown EX 2020 has a starting price of 429$. Breezer Uptown 8+ LS 2020 on the other hand is the most expensive at 799$.
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 Cruiser bikes
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Cruiser bike that is reliable is 332$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Cruiser bike. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
When Breezer released this model in 2020, its price was 799$. Comparing this to the average Cruiser bike price, we see that the price is 140.66% higher.
Average weight for Cruiser bikes
On a deeper look, we notice that the average weight of a Cruiser bike is 15.83 kg (34.9 lbs). A lighter bike will give you some extra advantage when climbing. A heavier bike will have more speed for descents.
slightly lighter than average, Uptown 8+ has a weight of 15.46 kg (34.08 lbs). In other words, this model is 2.39% lighter than the average Cruiser bike.
Overview of components
Fork material
Uptown 8+ has a steel fork, which tends to be more flexible than carbon forks in general. However, a carbon fork is considerably lighter.
Wheels
As for the wheels, Breezer Uptown 8+ 2020, has a 26″ aluminum model. The 26″ wheels are lighter than the 27.5 or 29″ wheels. However, they provide less traction than 29″ wheels do.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Breezer Uptown 8+ has Rim brakes installed. Rim brakes are cheaper than hydraulic brakes, and also easier to maintain. However, you could spend a little extra and get a bike that has hydraulic brakes.
Sizes
This bike is available in 4 sizes. They vary from 158 cm – 199 cm (5.18 ft – 6.53 ft). In conclusion, it won’t take much to find one that’s right for you.