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 - 171cm
MD
168cm - 180cm
LG
178cm - 189cm
XL
186cm - 199cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
City Glide Alloy
Suspension Fork
Chromoly Straight Blade
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 8spd 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 - Silver
Handlebar
Alloy Fast City Bar -Silver
Grips
Dual Density Ergonomic - Black
Headset
Threadless 1-1/8" - Silver"
Seat
Saddle
Norco Retro - Black
Seatpost
Alloy 27.2mm - Silver
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.55 mm | 1.57 mm | 1.58 mm | 1.59 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 287 mm | 287 mm | 287 mm | 287 mm |
| Front Center | 607 mm | 622 mm | 637 mm | 652 mm |
| Rake | 45 mm | 45 mm | 44 mm | 45 mm |
| Trail | 76 mm | 76 mm | 77 mm | 76 mm |
| Stack | 578 mm | 597 mm | 616 mm | 634 mm |
| Reach | 373 mm | 381 mm | 390 mm | 398 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 584 mm | 599 mm | 614 mm | 629 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 450 mm | 500 mm | 550 mm | 600 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70.5 ° | 70.5 ° | 70.5 ° | 70.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 140 mm | 160 mm | 180 mm | 200 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 459 mm | 459 mm | 459 mm | 459 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1058 mm | 1073 mm | 1088 mm | 1103 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm |
| Standover Height | 757 mm | 788 mm | 820 mm | 853 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
| Rider Min Height | 158 cm | 168 cm | 178 cm | 186 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 171 cm | 180 cm | 189 cm | 199 cm |
About this model
Cityglide 8IGH completes the Norco Cityglide model. 26 bikes variations carry this model name 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 cheapest bike model and costs 449$. Norco Cityglide 8IGH 2017 is the most expensive one and costs 669$.
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
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable General Urban bike is 499$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a General Urban bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
This bike was released in 2017 and its price was 669$. Comparing this to the average General Urban bike price, we see that the price is 34.07% higher.
Cityglide 8IGH components
Fork material
The fork 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 size
As for the wheels, Norco Cityglide 8IGH 2017, has a 700c aluminum model. These wheels are the most used kind for road bikes in general. 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 8IGH is equipped with Rim brakes. Slightly lighter than hydraulic brakes, rim brakes are a budget choice. However, they have problems in wet conditions.
Sizes
Cityglide 8IGH comes in 4 sizes, that range from 158 cm – 199 cm (5.18 ft – 6.53 ft). In conclusion, you won’t have a problem finding one that suits you.