Norco Storm 3 Step-Thru 29″ 2018
2018 Mountain
Estimate price |
459$
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 75mm -
Fork SunTour
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Groupset Tourney, Shimano -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 3 × 8 -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Storm 6061 Alloy Step Thru Frame
Suspension Fork
Suntour M3030 75mm
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Tourney RD-TX800 8spd
Front Derailleur
Shimano Tourney FD-TX50 3spd
Shift Levers
Rear: Shimano Easy-Fire 500 8spd, Front: Shimano Easy-Fire 500 3spd
Cassette
Sun Race CSM55 8spd 11/34
Crank
Shimano TY301 42/34/24
Bottom Bracket
Cartridge BB
Chain
KMC Z7 8spd
Pedals
Steel Cage Pedal
Wheels
Front Hub
Joytech D041DSE Alloy Disc QR
Rear Hub
Joytech D142TSE Alloy Disc QR
Rims
WTB SX19 27.5"
Tires
WTB Beeline 27.5 x 2.2
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro MD-280 160mm Mech Disc
Brake Levers
Shimano EF51 Tourney Levers
Cockpit
Stem
Norco Alloy 70mm/80mm
Handlebar
X6 Alloy 720mm x 31.8
Grips
Norco Grip
Headset
Zero Stack Headset
Seat
Saddle
Norco XC Saddle
Seatpost
Norco Alloy 31.6
About this model
Storm 3 Step-Thru 29″ completes the Norco Storm model. 177 bikes variations carry this model name so far. Take a sneak peek at all Norco Storm bikes models from 2018, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Norco Storm 2.3 2018 is the cheapest bike model and costs 269$. Norco Storm 1 29 2018 is the most expensive one and costs 729$.
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 Crosscountry bikes
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Crosscountry bike that is reliable is 1905$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Crosscountry bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2018 for 459$. Comparing the average cost of a Crosscountry bike to this one, you will see that Storm 3 Step-Thru 29″ price is 315.03% lower.
Overview of components
Fork
The Storm 3 Step-Thru 29″ comes factory-installed with the SunTour fork. This has a travel range of 75mm. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. To sum up, when buying a bicycle, make sure you get a fork that is capable of delivering decent travel.
Wheels size
When it comes to wheels, the Storm 3 Step-Thru 29″ bike is equipped with the 29″ aluminum model. With 29″ wheels, bumps will feel lighter and you’ll gain more speed on descends, compared to smaller wheel-sized bikes. However, these wheels are not ideal for smaller people.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The Storm 3 Step-Thru 29″ has Mechanical Disc brakes. They deliver good performance and cost less than hydraulic disk brakes. However, performance-wise there is room for improvement.
Sizes
This bike has one size only, so it might not fit you. In conclusion, make sure it fits you, or look for another model.