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 XCT
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Groupset Acera, Altus -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 3 × 8 -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Fuji A2-SL custom-butted alloy w/ PowerCurve down tube, oversized seat tube
Suspension Fork
SR Suntour SF14-XCT-MLO w/ 100mm travel
Rear Shock
N/A
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Acera, M360 SGS, 8-speed
Front Derailleur
Shimano Altus, M310, 34.9mm
Shift Levers
Shimano EF51 EZ Fire, 8-speed
Cassette
Shimano HG31, 11-34T, 8-speed
Crank
SR Suntour XCT, 42/32/22T
Bottom Bracket
FSA square taper w/ sealed cartridge bearing
Chain
KMC, HV700, 8-speed
Pedals
Plastic platform
Wheels
Rims
Formula DC-20 front / DC-22 rear, 32H hubs w/ Vera Terra DPD18 rims
Tires
Vera Eos, 29" x 2.1", 30 tpi
Brakes
Brakes
Mechanical disc, 180mm/160mm rotor
Brake Levers
Shimano EF51 2-finger brake/shifter combo
Cockpit
Stem
Oval, melt-forged alloy, 31.8mm clamp diameter, 10° rise
Handlebar
Oval M100, alloy bar, 9° sweep, 31.8mm diameter, 710mm wide
Headset
FSA 1 1/8" semi-integrated, caged bearings
Seat
Saddle
Oval Mountain w/ satin steel rails
Seatpost
Oval, alloy double-bolt micro-adjust, 31.6mm x 350mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | SM/MD | MD | MD/LG | LG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.72 mm | 1.69 mm | 1.59 mm | 1.55 mm | 1.56 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 314 mm | 314 mm | 314 mm | 314 mm | 314 mm |
| Front Center | 624 mm | 639 mm | 659 mm | 674 mm | mm |
| Rake | 46 mm | 46 mm | 46 mm | 46 mm | 46 mm |
| Trail | 80 mm | 74 mm | 78 mm | 80 mm | mm |
| Stack | 637.8 mm | 640.2 mm | 640.2 mm | 647.2 mm | 666.1 mm |
| Reach | 370.6 mm | 379.1 mm | 402.5 mm | 417.5 mm | 426.3 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 573 mm | 588 mm | 608 mm | 623 mm | 638 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 381 mm | 432 mm | 482.6 mm | 533 mm | 584 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 71 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 120 mm | 130 mm | 130 mm | 130 mm | 150 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 443 mm | 443 mm | 443 mm | 443 mm | 443 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1059 mm | 1075 mm | 1095 mm | 1110 mm | mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 60 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm |
| Standover Height | 779 mm | 807 mm | 829 mm | 854 mm | 887 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
Model Overview
Nevada 29 1.7 is part of the Fuji Nevada model. There are 241 bikes that carry this model name. You can easily view all of the Fuji Nevada bikes models from 2014, here.
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, even though the average price of a Crosscountry bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality bike. 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.
Crosscountry bikes average weight
On a deeper look, we notice that the average weight of a Crosscountry bike is 12.4 kg (27.34 lbs). A lighter bike will give you some extra advantage when climbing. A heavier bike will have more speed for descents.
Nevada 29 1.7 weighs 14.56 kg (32.1 lbs) and is much heavier than the average. In other words, this model is 17.42% heavier than the average Crosscountry bike.
Overview of components
Fork
The SunTour XCT is included from the factory. It has a travel distance of 100mm. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. To sum it all, when buying a bike, ensure that you look for a fork capable of decent travel.
Wheels size
As for the wheels, Fuji Nevada 29 1.7 2014, has a 29″ aluminum model. These wheels are more forgiving when you go over roots, rocks, bumps, or other obstacles you encounter on your ride. However, the 29″ wheels will add a little more weight to the bike itself.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Fuji Nevada 29 1.7 is equipped with Mechanical Disc brakes. They deliver good performance and cost less than hydraulic disk brakes. However, they don’t have the stopping power of hydraulic brakes.