Breezer Uptown 8+ 2018
2018 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 |
Model Overview
Uptown 8+ is a Breezer Uptown model. Breezer launched 70 bikes of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Breezer Uptown bikes models from 2018, here.
Model range prices
Breezer Uptown EX LS 2018 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 429$. On the other hand, Breezer UPTOWN 8 2018, is the most expensive and costs 799$.
Safety
When cycling always take safety very seriously. Wear a helmet, obey the traffic rules and wear hi-vis clothes. In short, take care of yourself so others can take care of you.
Cruiser bikes average price
If you want to purchase a solid Cruiser bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 332$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Cruiser bike. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
At the moment of the release date, Breezer Uptown 8+ price was 799$. Comparing the average cost of a Cruiser bike to this one, you will see that Uptown 8+ price is 140.66% higher.
Average weight for Cruiser bikes
If we make a quick analysis of the average weight of a Cruiser bike, we get 15.83 kg (34.9 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.
With a weight of 15.46 kg (34.08 lbs), Breezer bike is slightly lighter than average. In conclusion, the average Cruiser bike weighs 2.39% more than Uptown 8+.
Overview of components
Fork material
The fork on this bike is made out of steel, so, it can add some extra weight to your bike. However, steel is a pretty tough and durable material.
Wheels
As for the wheels, Breezer Uptown 8+ 2018, has a 26″ aluminum model. The 26″ wheels are lighter than the 27.5 or 29″ wheels. However, they are less forgiving when riding over obstacles such as bumps and roots.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Breezer Uptown 8+ is equipped with Rim brakes. Slightly lighter than hydraulic brakes, rim brakes are a budget choice. However, they are not nearly as effective as hydraulic brakes are.
Sizes
This bike is available in 4 sizes. They vary from 158 cm – 199 cm (5.18 ft – 6.53 ft). In short, you can easily find one that suits you.