Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain Internally Geared Hub -
Brakes Rim
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
158cm - 170cm
MD
168cm - 179cm
LG
176cm - 187cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
City Glide Mixte Alloy
Suspension Fork
Chromoly
Rear Shock
N/A
Drivetrain
Shift Levers
N/A
Cassette
Nexus 20T
Crank
Alloy 42T - Silver
Bottom Bracket
Cartridge BB
Chain
KMC Z610H
Chain Tensioner
N/A
Pedals
Classic City - Silver
Wheels
Front Hub
Formula alloy hub - Silver
Rear Hub
Shimano Nexus 3spd IGH
Rims
Double wall alloy - Silver
Tires
Vee Rubber 700x35c - Black w/gumwall
Brakes
Brakes
Alloy Calipers - Silver
Brake Levers
Classic Forged Alloy - Silver
Disk Rotors
N/A
Cockpit
Stem
Alloy Quill - Silver
Handlebar
Alloy City Bar - Silver
Grips
Dual Density Ergonomic - Black
Headset
Threaded 1-1/8" - Silver"
Seat
Saddle
Selle Royal Ondina - Black
Seatpost
Alloy 27.2mm - Silver
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.55 mm | 1.57 mm | 1.58 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 287 mm | 287 mm | 287 mm |
| Front Center | 617 mm | 632 mm | 647 mm |
| Rake | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm |
| Trail | 76 mm | 76 mm | 76 mm |
| Stack | 583 mm | 602 mm | 621 mm |
| Reach | 376 mm | 384 mm | 392 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 590 mm | 605 mm | 620 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 395 mm | 455 mm | 515 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70.5 ° | 70.5 ° | 70.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 150 mm | 170 mm | 190 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 455 mm | 455 mm | 455 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1064 mm | 1079 mm | 1094 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm |
| Standover Height | 659 mm | 652 mm | 641 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 |
| Rider Min Height | 158 cm | 168 cm | 176 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 170 cm | 179 cm | 187 cm |
About this model
Cityglide 3IGH Mixte is a Norco Cityglide model. Norco released 26 bikes variations of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2017, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
Norco Cityglide 7 Speed Mixte 2017 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 449$. Norco Cityglide 8IGH 2017 on the other hand costs 669$, and is the most expensive model.
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 General Urban bikes
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy General Urban bike is 499$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a General Urban bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 519$. Comparing the average cost of a General Urban bike to this one, you will see that Cityglide 3IGH Mixte price is 4.01% more expensive.
Overview of components
Fork material
Cityglide 3IGH Mixte has a steel fork, which is tougher than carbon in the case of an impact. However, it can add some extra weight to the bike.
Wheels
When leaving the production line, the Cityglide 3IGH Mixte model has 700c aluminum wheels. These are the most popular wheels for road, aero, gravel, cyclocross, race, and gravel bikes. However, these wheels don’t perform so well when passing over obstacles.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Norco Cityglide 3IGH Mixte is equipped with Rim brakes. Rim brakes are cheaper than hydraulic brakes, and also easier to maintain. However, they have problems in wet conditions.
Sizes
Cityglide 3IGH Mixte comes in 3 sizes, that range from 158 cm – 187 cm (5.18 ft – 6.14 ft). In conclusion, it won’t take much to find one that’s right for you.