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Orbea CARPE 20 2020

2020 Urban
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Orbea Carpe 20 2020

Bike details

Overview

Key information split into simple groups.

Bike summary

  • Category
  • Frame Aluminum
  • Wheels 700c
  • Groupset Altus, Shimano
  • Suspension Rigid
  • Drivetrain 1 × 9
  • Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing

Recommended size guide.

  • XS

    150cm - 161cm

  • SM

    159cm - 171cm

  • MD

    169cm - 181cm

  • LG

    179cm - 191cm

  • XL

    189cm - 200cm

Parts list

Components

Main components, grouped by system.

Bike components

Frame

Frame

Orbea Urban Speed, Aluminium 6000, Orbea Tube Shaping, Flat Mount Disc Brake, 135x9 QR, Carrier and Mudguard compatible, max 700x40C, Inner Cable routing,

Suspension Fork

Speed 400mm Carbon Flat mount

Drivetrain

Rear Derailleur

Shimano Altus M2000 SGS Shadow

Shift Levers

Shimano SL-M2010

Cassette

Sun Race CSM989 11-36t 9-Speed

Crank

Orbea Alloy 42t

Chain

Shimano HG53 9-Speed

Pedals

VP-538 Black

Wheels

Rims

Orbea Airline Corsa Disc 700X19c

Tires

Kenda K1067 700x38C Reflective type+puncture protection

Brakes

Brakes

Shimano MT201 Hydraulic Disc

Cockpit

Stem

Alloy 31.8mm interface 7º

Handlebar

Alloy 31.8mm Riser 640mm

Headset

1-1/8" Semi-Integrated

Seat

Saddle

Velo 1221

Seatpost

Alloy 27.2 Offset 0

Fit data

Geometry

Numbers for sizing and ride feel.

SizeXSSMMDLGXL
Stack Reach Ratio
1.42 mm1.43 mm1.45 mm1.47 mm1.53 mm
Bottom Bracket Height
281 mm281 mm283 mm283 mm285 mm
Front Center
596 mm612 mm626 mm637 mm648 mm
Rake
51 mm51 mm51 mm51 mm51 mm
Trail
66 mm66 mm66 mm64 mm60 mm
Stack
531 mm548 mm567 mm588 mm621 mm
Reach
374 mm384 mm391 mm401 mm406 mm
Top Tube Length
517 mm542 mm555 mm576 mm597 mm
Seat Tube Angle
75 °74 °74 °73.5 °73 °
Seat Tube Length
430 mm480 mm525 mm555 mm580 mm
Head Tube Angle
71 °71 °71 °71.5 °72 °
Head Tube Length
109 mm127 mm150 mm170 mm200 mm
Chainstay Length
431 mm431 mm431 mm431 mm431 mm
Wheelbase
1017 mm1033 mm1048 mm1059 mm1071 mm
Bottom Bracket Drop
70 mm70 mm68 mm68 mm66 mm
Standover Height
734 mm764 mm796 mm820 mm848 mm
Wheels700700700700700
Rider Min Height150 cm159 cm169 cm179 cm189 cm
Rider Max Height161 cm171 cm181 cm191 cm200 cm

About this model

CARPE 20 completes the Orbea Carpe model. 17 bikes variations carry this model name so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2020, by clicking on this link.

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.

General Urban bikes average price

If you want to purchase a solid General Urban bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 499$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great General Urban bike. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.

Internal Cable Routing

It’s also important to mention the internal cable routing that this bike has. In short, this will allow you to keep your bike cables in great condition. Say goodbye to hanging cables.

CARPE 20 components

Fork material

When it comes to the fork, this bike has a carbon one, 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 size

As for the wheels, Orbea CARPE 20 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

We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The CARPE 20 comes with Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.

Sizes

CARPE 20 comes in 5 sizes, that range from 150 cm – 200 cm (4.92 ft – 6.56 ft). In conclusion, it won’t take much to find one that’s right for you.