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 XCM HLO
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Groupset X4, Suntour SR -
Suspension Hardtail -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
27.5"/650B Hardtail 6061 Aluminum, Women's Specific Custom Drawn Tubing,
Suspension Fork
SR Suntour XCM HLO DS 27.5", 100mm Travel, Hydraulic Lock-Out
Drivetrain
Shift Levers
SRAM X4 Trigger, 24 Speed
Cassette
SRAM PG-820 11-32T
Crank
SR Suntour XCC, 22/32/42T
Chain
KMC Z71
Wheels
Front Hub
Crucial Alloy Disc w/ QR
Rear Hub
Crucial Alloy Disc Cassette w/ QR
Spokes
Stainless 14G Black w/ 2 Painted At P/V
Tires
Kenda Small Black-8, 27.5"x 2.1", P/V, Wire 3O TPI
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro Novella Disc 180mm Rotor
Cockpit
Stem
Crucial Forged Aluminum Four Bolt Clamp, 31.8mm Bar Bore
Handlebar
Aluminum Flat, 9 Deg Sweep, 680mm Length, 31.8mm Bar Bore
Grips
Velo Dual Compound Single Clamp Silver
Headset
VP- Z104PE Semi Cartridge 1-1/8"
Seat
Saddle
Women's Crucial/Velo Padded MTB
Seatpost
Crucial Alloy Micro Adjust 27.2mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XSM | SM | MD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bottom Bracket Height | 310 mm | 310 mm | 310 mm |
| Front Center | 625 mm | 654 mm | 679 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 543 mm | 573 mm | 598 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74 ° | 74 ° | 74 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 330 mm | 380 mm | 430 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 433 mm | 433 mm | 433 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1053 mm | 1083 mm | 1108 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" |
About this model
Summit 1 is part of the K2 Summit model. There are 2 bikes that carry this model name. Take a sneak peek at all K2 Summit bikes models from 2015, by clicking here.
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.
Average price for Crosscountry bikes
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Crosscountry bike is 1905$. However, you could also get a good Crosscountry bike even if you pay a lower amount than the average price. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Overview of components
Fork
The Summit 1 comes factory-installed with the SunTour XCM HLO fork. This has a travel range of 100mm. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. To sum up, when buying a bicycle, make sure you get a fork that is capable of delivering decent travel.
Wheels
As for the wheels, K2 Summit 1 2015, has a 27.5″ model. These wheels will provide you with more control over the bike. However, the overall traction of 27.5″ wheels is lower than 29″ wheels.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Summit 1 comes with Mechanical Disc brakes. They are much easier to maintain than hydraulic disk brakes. However, performance-wise there is room for improvement.