Polygon ZENITH ACTIVE i3 2019
Bike details
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
-
-
Frame Aluminum
-
Wheels 26"
-
Groupset Nexus
-
Suspension Rigid
-
Drivetrain Internally Geared Hub
-
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
AL6 COMMUTER NEXUS
Suspension Fork
HI-TEN STEEL RIGID FORK
Rear Shock
-
Drivetrain
Shift Levers
SHIMANO NEXUS SL-3S41E
Cassette
SHIMANO NEXUS 18T
Crank
ALLOY CRANK 44T, 170MM
Bottom Bracket
CARTRIDGE BEARING
Chain
KMC Z-610RB
Wheels
Rims
ARAYA TX-633 RIMS WITH SHIMANO NEXUS-3 HUB
Tires
SCHWALBE BIG BEN, 26”X2.15”
Brakes
Brakes
TEKTRO 837AL (F) SHIMANO ROLLER BRAKE BR-IM31R (R)
Cockpit
Stem
ALLOY, 100MM
Handlebar
ALLOY, 610MM
Seat
Saddle
SELLE ROYAL ONDINA, STEEL RAIL
Seatpost
ALLOY, 27.2X300MM
Fit data
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD |
|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.46 mm | 1.44 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 298 mm | 298 mm |
| Front Center | 606 mm | 626 mm |
| Rake | 45 mm | 45 mm |
| Trail | 74 mm | 74 mm |
| Stack | 542 mm | 556 mm |
| Reach | 370.8 mm | 385.7 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 566 mm | 586 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 70 ° | 70 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 406 mm | 445 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 69 ° | 69 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 140 mm | 155 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 454 mm | 454 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1057 mm | 1077 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 37 mm | 37 mm |
| Standover Height | 478 mm | 482 mm |
| Wheels | 26" | 26" |
Model Overview
ZENITH ACTIVE i3 belongs to the Polygon Zenith model. Polygon launched 13 bikes of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Polygon Zenith bikes models from 2019, here.
Model range prices
Polygon ZENITH TOWN i3 2019 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 629$. On the other hand, Polygon ZENITH ACTIVE i3 2019, is the most expensive and costs 629$.
Safety
Make sure you wear a helmet on every ride, and that your bike performs well. In short, this means checking the tires, brakes, and chain to make sure everything is in good working order.
Average price for Comfort bikes
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Comfort bike is 360$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Comfort bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
This bike was released in 2019 and its price was 629$. Comparing this to the average Comfort bike price, we see that the price is 74.72% more expensive.
Comfort bikes average weight
Comfort bikes have an average weight of 15.11 kg (33.31 lbs). A lighter bike will give you some extra advantage when climbing. A heavier bike will have more speed for descents.
With a weight of 15 kg (33.07 lbs), Polygon bike is slightly lighter than average. To sum up, it’s 0.73% lighter than the average weight of Comfort bikes.
Overview of components
Fork material
The fork on this bike is made out of steel, which is tougher than carbon in the case of an impact. However, it can add some extra weight to the bike.
Wheels size
When leaving the production line, the ZENITH ACTIVE i3 model has 26″ aluminum wheels. These wheels give you great handling over your bike. However, they are less forgiving when riding over obstacles such as bumps and roots.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The ZENITH ACTIVE i3 has Rim brakes. Rim brakes are cheaper than hydraulic brakes, and also easier to maintain. However, they have problems in wet conditions.
