Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 80mm -
Fork RockShox Reba
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Groupset XT, SLX -
Suspension Hardtail -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Pinnacle 6066-T6 triple butted aluminium alloy
Suspension Fork
Rockshox Reba SL Solo Air 100mm, 15mm axle + tapered steerer (80mm Travel for size small)
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XT-M786 Clutch design
Front Derailleur
Shimano SLX FD-M676
Shift Levers
Shimano XT SL-M780-10
Cassette
Shimano CS-HG62-10 11-36T
Bottom Bracket
Shimano External
Chain
KMC nickel finish
Pedals
Not Supplied
Wheels
Front Hub
Shimano HB-M618 Centre-Lock disc, 15mm thru-axle
Rear Hub
Shimano FH-M615 Centre-Lock disc
Rims
Alex Volar 32H 19mm internal width
Spokes
Stainless PG
Tires
Continental X-King 2.2"
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano SLX BR-M670 Hydraulic Discs
Brake Levers
Shimano SLX BL-M670
Cockpit
Stem
Pinnacle SL MTB Ahead stem, 80mm
Handlebar
Pinnacle DB Aluminium flat-top bar, 5mm rise, 720mm width, 9 degree sweep
Grips
Single lock-on dual-density grip
Headset
FSA XX44 for 44mm ID - External lower cup
Seat
Saddle
Pinnacle Sport MTB men's
Model Overview
Ramin Five belongs to the Pinnacle Ramin model. Pinnacle released 1 bike variation of this model so far.
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 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.
Average weight for Crosscountry bikes
Crosscountry bikes have an average weight of 12.4 kg (27.34 lbs). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
Pinnacle Ramin Five it’s weighing 12.6 kg (27.78 lbs). At this weight, is slightly heavier than average. In short, the average Crosscountry bike weight is 1.61% lower than this one.
Overview of components
Fork
Pinnacle Ramin Five 2014 bike is equipped with the RockShox Reba fork, and has 80mm 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
As for the wheels, Pinnacle Ramin Five 2014, has a 29″ aluminum model. Having 29″ wheels means that you need less fork travel, leading to a reduction of the pedal bob effect. However, 29″ wheels will make your bike react slower to obstacles you may encounter.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Ramin Five comes with Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Sizes
This bike has one size only, so it might not fit you. In short, make sure you double-check if it fits you.