Boardman SLR 9.6 2019
2019 Road
Estimate price |
4,878$
Weight | 7.4 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Ultegra Di2 -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 2 × 11 Electronic -
Brakes Rim
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
XXS
155cm - 168cm
XS
166cm - 173cm
SM
171cm - 178cm
MD
176cm - 184cm
LG
182cm - 190cm
XL
188cm - 200cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Boardman SLR - C10 Carbon
Suspension Fork
Boardman SLR - C10 Carbon
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Ultegra Di2 R8050 SS
Front Derailleur
Shimano Ultegra Di2 R8050
Shift Levers
Shimano Ultegra Di2 R8050 2x11
Cassette
Shimano Ultegra R8000 - 11-30
Crank
Shimano Ultegra R8000 50-34T
Bottom Bracket
FSA PF30 with 24mm adapter
Chain
Shimano CN-HG701
Wheels
Rims
Knight Composites 35 TLA
Tires
Vittoria Corsa G+ 25mm
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano Ultegra R8000
Cockpit
Stem
Boardman Elite Alloy
Handlebar
Boardman Elite Alloy
Headset
FSA No.42
Seat
Saddle
Fizik Antares R7
Seatpost
Boardman SLR Carbon 0-20mm adjustable offset
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XXS | XS | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.34 mm | 1.36 mm | 1.42 mm | 1.44 mm | 1.49 mm | 1.49 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 271 mm | 271 mm | 268 mm | 268 mm | 268 mm | 268 mm |
| Front Center | 575 mm | 586 mm | 588 mm | 598 mm | 599 mm | 615 mm |
| Rake | 48 mm | 48 mm | 48 mm | 48 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm |
| Trail | 68 mm | 66 mm | 59 mm | 56 mm | 56 mm | 56 mm |
| Stack | 486 mm | 507 mm | 532 mm | 553 mm | 575 mm | 590 mm |
| Reach | 363 mm | 372 mm | 375 mm | 383 mm | 386 mm | 397 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 504 mm | 519 mm | 534 mm | 549 mm | 564 mm | 579 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74 ° | 74 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 445 mm | 470 mm | 485 mm | 500 mm | 525 mm | 545 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70.5 ° | 71 ° | 72 ° | 72.5 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 120 mm | 140 mm | 160 mm | 180 mm | 195 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 404 mm | 404 mm | 404 mm | 404 mm | 406 mm | 406 mm |
| Wheelbase | 970 mm | 981 mm | 983 mm | 992 mm | 996 mm | 1012 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 65 mm | 65 mm | 68 mm | 68 mm | 68 mm | 68 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
| Rider Min Height | 155 cm | 166 cm | 171 cm | 176 cm | 182 cm | 188 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 168 cm | 173 cm | 178 cm | 184 cm | 190 cm | 200 cm |
About this model
SLR 9.6 is a Boardman Slr model. 32 bikes variations carry this model name so far. Take a sneak peek at all Boardman Slr bikes models from 2019, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Boardman SLR 8.6 Alloy Womens 2019 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 669$. On the other hand, Boardman SLR 9.8 Disc 2019, is the most expensive and costs 7177$.
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.
Average price for Race bikes
If you want to purchase a solid Race bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 3350$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Race bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 4379$. If we compare this with the average Race bike cost we notice that the price is 30.72% higher.
Race bikes average weight
On a deeper look, we notice that the average weight of a Race bike is 6.82 kg (15.04 lbs). Having an easier bike than average will give you a great advantage on climbs. However, a heavier bike will gain more speed on descends.
a bit heavier than average, SLR 9.6 has a weight of 7.4 kg (16.31 lbs). To sum up, it’s 8.5% heavier than the average weight of Race bikes.
Overview of components
Fork material
The fork is made out of carbon, 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
As for the wheels, Boardman SLR 9.6 2019, has a 700c carbon model. These are the most popular wheels for road, aero, gravel, cyclocross, race, and gravel bikes. However, while they give you great speed and control, these wheels are not so bump-friendly.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The SLR 9.6 comes with Rim brakes. Rim brakes deliver an average performance overall. However, they have problems in wet conditions.
Sizes
SLR 9.6 comes in 6 sizes, that range from 155 cm – 200 cm (5.09 ft – 6.56 ft). In conclusion, you won’t have a problem finding one that suits you.