Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Fork SunTour XCT
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Groupset Tourney, Altus -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 3 × 8 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
XXS
145cm - 159cm
XS
157cm - 168cm
SM
165cm - 176cm
MD
174cm - 183cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Storm 6061 Alloy XC Frame
Suspension Fork
Suntour XCT HLO 100mm
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Tourney RD-TX800 8spd
Front Derailleur
Shimano Tourney FD-TX50 3spd
Shift Levers
Rear: Shimano Altus SL-M310 Rapidfire 8spd, Front: Shimano Altus SL-M310 Rapidfire 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 29"/27.5" DW Rims
Tires
WTB Nineline 29 x 2.25/Beeline 27.5" x 2.25
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro HD-M285 Hydraulic 160mm
Brake Levers
Tektro HD-M285
Cockpit
Stem
Alloy 80mm/70mm x 31.8
Handlebar
X6 Alloy 720mm x 31.8
Grips
Norco Grip
Headset
Zero Stack Headset
Seat
Saddle
Norco XC Saddle
Seatpost
Norco Alloy 31.6
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XXS | XS | SM | MD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.82 mm | 1.76 mm | 1.69 mm | 1.62 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 295 mm | 295 mm | 295 mm | 300 mm |
| Front Center | 600 mm | 618 mm | 642 mm | 666 mm |
| Rake | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm |
| Trail | 95 mm | 93 mm | 91 mm | 90 mm |
| Stack | 596 mm | 607 mm | 617 mm | 627 mm |
| Reach | 327 mm | 344 mm | 366 mm | 388 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 506 mm | 531 mm | 561 mm | 591 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73.5 ° | 73.1 ° | 72.7 ° | 72.3 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 340 mm | 390 mm | 430 mm | 470 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 68.5 ° | 68.75 ° | 69 ° | 69.25 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 110 mm | 120 mm | 130 mm | 145 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 426 mm | 426 mm | 426 mm | 426 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1020 mm | 1039 mm | 1062 mm | 1087 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 55 mm | 55 mm | 55 mm | 50 mm |
| Standover Height | 722 mm | 715 mm | 724 mm | 767 mm |
| Front Travel | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" |
| Rider Min Height | 145 cm | 157 cm | 165 cm | 174 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 159 cm | 168 cm | 176 cm | 183 cm |
About this model
Storm 3 Hydro 27.5 is part of the Norco Storm model. Norco released 177 bikes variations of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2018, by clicking on this link.
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
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.
Crosscountry bikes average price
If you want to purchase a solid Crosscountry bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 1905$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Crosscountry bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2018 for 499$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Storm 3 Hydro 27.5 price is 281.76% smaller than the average cost of a Crosscountry bike.
Overview of components
Fork
The Storm 3 Hydro 27.5 comes factory-installed with the SunTour XCT fork. This has a travel range of 100mm. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Wheels
The wheels on Storm 3 Hydro 27.5 are the 27.5″ aluminum type. The 27.5″ wheels are a great choice for smaller riders. However, the 27.5″ wheels are less forgiving than the 29″ wheels.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Norco Storm 3 Hydro 27.5 has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.
Sizes
Storm 3 Hydro 27.5 comes in 4 sizes, that range from 145 cm – 183 cm (4.76 ft – 6 ft). In conclusion, you won’t have a problem finding one that suits you.