Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Shimano, Sora -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 3 × 8 -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Specialized A1 Premium Aluminum, fully butted, 1-1/8"" lower bearing, w/ rack/fender fittings, internal cable routing
Suspension Fork
Tricross, aluminum, alloy steerer/ crown for 1-1/8"" bearing, w/ fender fittings
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano 2400
Front Derailleur
Shimano Sora, triple
Shift Levers
Shimano 2400 STI
Cassette
Sunrace, 8-speed, 12-25
Crank
Shimano 2400, triple
Bottom Bracket
Sealed cartridge bearings, square taper, 68mm shell
Chain
KMC Z51
Pedals
Nylon flat test ride, loose ball, w/ reflectors
Wheels
Rims
AXIS Classic
Tires
Specialized Borough CX Sport, 60TPI, wire bead, 700x32c
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro, cantilever
Brake Levers
Tektro secondary lever
Cockpit
Stem
Alloy, 4-bolt clamp, 31.8mm
Handlebar
Specialized Comp, 6061 alloy, shallow bend
Headset
1-1/8"" sealed Cr-Mo cartridge bearings integrated w/ headset, 20mm alloy cone spacer, w/ 20mm of spacers
Seat
Saddle
Body Geometry Riva Plus, Cr-Mo rails, 155mm
Seatpost
Specialized Sport, alloy, 2-bolt, 27.2mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 46cm | 49cm | 52cm | 54cm | 56cm | 58cm | 61cm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.53 mm | 1.58 mm | 1.6 mm | 1.63 mm | 1.65 mm | 1.68 mm | 1.73 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 263 mm | 263 mm | 263 mm | 264 mm | 264 mm | 266 mm | 266 mm |
| Front Center | 597 mm | 597 mm | 592 mm | 598 mm | 603 mm | 603 mm | 611 mm |
| Rake | 51 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm | 49 mm | 49 mm | 47 mm | 47 mm |
| Trail | 75 mm | 72 mm | 62 mm | 64 mm | 61 mm | 60 mm | 57 mm |
| Stack | 540 mm | 556 mm | 571 mm | 585 mm | 601 mm | 616 mm | 642 mm |
| Reach | 352 mm | 352 mm | 356 mm | 360 mm | 365 mm | 367 mm | 372 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 489 mm | 498 mm | 522 mm | 535 mm | 548 mm | 558 mm | 577 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 76 ° | 75.5 ° | 74 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.25 ° | 73 ° | 72.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 460 mm | 490 mm | 520 mm | 540 mm | 560 mm | 580 mm | 610 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 69.5 ° | 70 ° | 71.5 ° | 71.5 ° | 72 ° | 72.5 ° | 73 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 115 mm | 130 mm | 140 mm | 155 mm | 170 mm | 185 mm | 210 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 432 mm | 432 mm | 432 mm | 432 mm | 432 mm | 432 mm | 432 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1018 mm | 1019 mm | 1013 mm | 1020 mm | 1025 mm | 1026 mm | 1033 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 73 mm | 73 mm | 73 mm | 71 mm | 71 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm |
| Standover Height | 735 mm | 758 mm | 779 mm | 797 mm | 810 mm | 828 mm | 856 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
Model Overview
Tricross is part of the Specialized Tricross model. Specialized released 27 bikes variations of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Specialized Tricross bikes models from 2014, here.
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 Touring bikes
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Touring bike that is reliable is 1007$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Touring bike. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Internal Cable Routing
Moreover, this bike comes with internal cable routing allowing you to keep the cables in a good condition. It also makes it look more professional.
Tricross components
Fork material
Tricross has an aluminum fork, which doesn’t add too much extra weight to the bike. However, it is not so stiff as steel or carbon forks are.
Wheels
The Tricross 2014 bike is equipped with 700c aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. 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
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Tricross comes with Rim brakes. Slightly lighter than hydraulic brakes, rim brakes are a budget choice. However, you could spend a little extra and get a bike that has hydraulic brakes.