Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 650b -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain Belt Drive -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
6013 T6/2 Altanium aluminium, double butted, from approx. 2190 g matt black 16,5"
Suspension Fork
ACTIVA PRO TA 1 1/8“ – 1.5“, aluminium, 15mm thru axle matt black
Drivetrain
Cassette
CDX Center Track pulley 20 t.
Crank
Gates crankset Carbon Drive 50 teeth 175mm
Pedals
ROSE Pro C 17 black/matt
Wheels
Rims
Wheelset R Thirty Disc / PL-8X 15mm CL / Rohloff 500/14 CC DB black 27,5"
Tires
Schwalbe Marathon Mondial Double Defense, Travelstar 27,5x2,0 black 27,5x2,0
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano BL-T8000 / BR-M8000
Cockpit
Stem
ROSE Micro-Adjust 31,8 mm matt-blatte/black 90mm
Handlebar
ROSE XC, 630mm matt black 31,8mm
Grips
ERGON GP3 Large
Seat
Saddle
Terry Figura GTC Gel
Seatpost
ROSE Race Attack SP-63 XL 350mm black/matt 30,9 mm
About this model
ACTIVA PRO ROHLOFF belongs to the Rose Activa model. Rose released 14 bikes variations of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Rose Activa bikes models from 2019, here.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Rose ACTIVA PRO Urban 2019 has a starting price of 1804$. Rose ACTIVA PRO PINION 18 2019 on the other hand is the most expensive at 4246$.
Safety
Your safety should be the top priority when you go for a ride. In short, make sure that you always use a helmet, high visibility clothing, and proper lights when riding at night-time.
Average price for Touring bikes
If you want an acceptable Touring bike you should know that the average price is 1007$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Touring bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 3609$. Comparing this to the average Touring bike price, we see that the price is 258.39% more expensive.
Overview of components
Fork material
The fork on this bike is made out of aluminum, which doesn’t add too much extra weight to the bike. However, it is not so stiff as steel or carbon forks are.
Wheels size
As for the wheels, Rose ACTIVA PRO ROHLOFF 2019, has a aluminum model. 650b wheels make a great choice if you want to sacrifice speed for comfort. However, if speed is what you’re after, 700c wheels are a better fit.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The ACTIVA PRO ROHLOFF comes with Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Sizes
This bike has one size only, so it might not fit you. In conclusion, double-check its size to make sure it’s a good fit for you.