Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Fork SunTour XCM HLO
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Groupset Alivio, Altus -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 3 × 9 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Storm 27.5" Alloy XC Frame
Suspension Fork
Suntour XCM HLO 27.5 100mm
Rear Shock
N/A
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Alivio Shadow 9spd
Front Derailleur
Shimano Altus 3spd
Shift Levers
Jagwire
Cassette
Shimano CS-HG200 11/34 9spd
Crank
Shimano Acera 40/30/22 9spd
Bottom Bracket
Cartridge BB
Chain
KMC Z99 9spd
Chain Tensioner
N/A
Pedals
Wellgo Resin Pedals
Wheels
Front Hub
Joytech D341DSE Alloy Disc QR
Rear Hub
Joytech D342TSE-HL Alloy Disc QR 9spd
Rims
Alex MD19 DW 29"
Tires
N/A
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro Auriga Hydraulic 160mm
Brake Levers
Tektro Auriga
Disk Rotors
N/A
Cockpit
Stem
Norco Alloy 80mm
Handlebar
Norco Alloy 15mm riser 720mm
Grips
Norco Grip
Headset
FSA No. 10P w/15mm conical spacer Black
Seat
Saddle
Norco XC Saddle
Seatpost
Norco Alloy 31.6
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XXS | XS | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.82 mm | 1.76 mm | 1.69 mm | 1.62 mm | 1.56 mm | 1.5 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 295 mm | 295 mm | 295 mm | 300 mm | 300 mm | 300 mm |
| Front Center | 600 mm | 618 mm | 642 mm | 666 mm | 688 mm | 711 mm |
| Rake | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm | 43 mm | 42 mm |
| Trail | 102 mm | 101 mm | 99 mm | 97 mm | 94 mm | 93 mm |
| Stack | 596 mm | 607 mm | 617 mm | 627 mm | 638 mm | 648 mm |
| Reach | 327 mm | 344 mm | 366 mm | 388 mm | 409 mm | 431 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 506 mm | 531 mm | 561 mm | 591 mm | 621 mm | 651 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73.5 ° | 73.1 ° | 72.7 ° | 72.3 ° | 71.9 ° | 71.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 340 mm | 390 mm | 430 mm | 470 mm | 510 mm | 550 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 68.5 ° | 68.75 ° | 69 ° | 69.25 ° | 69.5 ° | 69.75 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 110 mm | 120 mm | 130 mm | 145 mm | 155 mm | 165 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 426 mm | 426 mm | 426 mm | 426 mm | 426 mm | 426 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1020 mm | 1039 mm | 1062 mm | 1087 mm | 1110 mm | 1132 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 55 mm | 55 mm | 55 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm |
| Standover Height | 722 mm | 715 mm | 724 mm | 767 mm | 775 mm | 785 mm |
| Front Travel | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
Model Overview
Storm 7.1 is part of the Norco Storm model. 177 bikes variations carry this model name so far. Take a sneak peek at all Norco Storm bikes models from 2016, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Norco Storm 2.3 2016 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 285$. On the other hand, Norco Storm 7.1 2016, is the most expensive and costs 675$.
Safety
Your safety should be the top priority when you go for a ride. In short, make sure that you always use a helmet, high visibility clothing, and proper lights when riding at night-time.
Average price for Crosscountry bikes
If you want an acceptable Crosscountry bike you should know that the average price is 1905$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Crosscountry bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
This bike was released in 2016 and its price was 675$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Storm 7.1 price is 182.22% smaller than the average cost of a Crosscountry bike.
Overview of components
Fork
Norco Storm 7.1 2016 bike is equipped with the SunTour XCM HLO fork, and has 100mm travel. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Wheels size
When leaving the production line, the Storm 7.1 model has 29″ aluminum wheels. These wheels are more forgiving when you go over roots, rocks, bumps, or other obstacles you encounter on your ride. However, if you’re not a tall person, you might find it difficult to adapt to this wheel size.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Norco Storm 7.1 is equipped with Hydraulic Disc brakes. With Hydraulic Disc brakes, you’ll be able to stop on a dime, even in wet or icy conditions. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.