Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Travel Front 63mm -
Fork SunTour NEX
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Groupset Acera, Altus -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 3 × 8 -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Fuji A2-SL custom butted alloy w/ 1 1/8" headtube
Suspension Fork
SR NEX suspension w/ mecanical lockout, 63mm travel
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Acera, 8-speed
Front Derailleur
Shimano Altus
Shift Levers
Shimano EF65, EZ Fire, 8-speed
Cassette
Shimano Acera, 11-32T, 8-speed
Crank
Shimano M171, 48/38/28T w/ chainguard
Bottom Bracket
Sealed bearing
Chain
KMC HV700, 8-speed
Pedals
Nylon platform
Wheels
Rims
Vera Terra DPM23 rims 32h, alloy front / Shimano RM30 rear hubs, black spokes
Tires
Vera CityWide, 700 x 35c, 30 tpi
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro, linear pull, alloy
Brake Levers
Shimano EF65, 2-finger brake/shifter combo
Cockpit
Stem
Pavement, alloy, 25.4mm, adjustable
Handlebar
Pavement, alloy, riser, 25.4mm, 9° sweep, 30mm rise
Headset
FSA, 1 1/8" threaded, caged bearings
Seat
Saddle
Fuji Pavement w/ elastomer bumper
Seatpost
Pavement, suspension alloy, 27.2mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
Model Overview
Crosstown 2.1 LS belongs to the Fuji Crosstown model. Fuji released 134 bikes variations of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2014, by clicking on this link.
Safety
Take safety seriously when you ride your bike, and always wear your helmet. Moreover, don’t ride on the sidewalk. This is actually against the law in some states and can be dangerous for both you and pedestrians.
Average price for Comfort bikes
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Comfort bike is 360$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Comfort bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
Comfort bikes average weight
On a deeper look, we notice that the average weight of a Comfort bike is 15.11 kg (33.31 lbs). Having an easier bike than average will give you a great advantage on climbs. However, a heavier bike will gain more speed on descends.
With a weight of 14.6 kg (32.19 lbs), Fuji bike is slightly lighter than average. In conclusion, the average Comfort bike weighs 3.49% more than Crosstown 2.1 LS.
Crosstown 2.1 LS components
Fork
The Crosstown 2.1 LS comes factory-installed with the SunTour NEX fork. This has a travel range of 63mm. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. In conclusion, always look for a fork with decent travel when you buy a bike.
Wheels size
When leaving the production line, the Crosstown 2.1 LS model has 700c aluminum wheels. These are the most popular wheels for road, aero, gravel, cyclocross, race, and gravel bikes. However, while they give you great speed and control, these wheels are not so bump-friendly.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The Crosstown 2.1 LS has Rim brakes. Rim brakes deliver an average performance overall. However, they have problems in wet conditions.