Bike details
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category
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Frame Aluminum
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Wheels 29"
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Travel Front 100mm
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Fork RockShox Reba
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Groupset XT, SLX
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Suspension Hardtail
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Drivetrain 2 × 10
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Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Recommended size guide.
XS
156cm - 166cm
SM
163cm - 174cm
MD
171cm - 182cm
LG
179cm - 189cm
XL
185cm - 195cm
Parts list
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Breezer D'Fusion Hydroformed Custom-Butted 6066 Aluminum, Tapered Head Tube, BB92 Press-Fit Bottom Bracket
Suspension Fork
Rock Shox Reba 29 RL, 1.5" Taper Steerer, 15mm MAxle, PushLoc Remote, 100mm Travel
Rear Shock
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Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore XT 10-Speed, SGS, Shadow Plus Design
Front Derailleur
Shimano Deore XT 10-Speed, 34.9mm
Shift Levers
Shimano SLX 20-Speed, I-Spec
Cassette
Shimano HG-62 10-Speed, 11-36T
Crank
Shimano Deore XT 10-Speed, Hollowtech II, 38-24T
Bottom Bracket
Shimano BB92 Press-Fit Bearing System
Chain
KMC X10
Pedals
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Wheels
Rims
WTB Phase TCS i19 29" (Tubeless-Ready)
Tires
WTB Bronson 29x2.2" TCS (Tubeless-Ready)
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano SLX Hydraulic Disc Brake, 180mm Front, 160mm Rear
Brake Levers
Shimano SLX Hydraulic Disc Brake
Cockpit
Stem
Oval Concepts 613, 3D-Forged 7050 Aluminum, 31.8, 6°/84°
Handlebar
Oval Concepts 650, 7050 Aluminum, 31.8, 710mm Wide, +/- 5mm Rise, 9° Sweep
Headset
FSA Orbit 1 1/8"-1 1/2", Fully Integrated, 36° ACB-Sealed, 7.8mm Aluminum Top Cover
Seat
Saddle
WTB Volt, Satin Steel Rail
Seatpost
Oval Concepts 600, 3D-Forged 2014 Aluminum, 27.2mm
Fit data
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD | LG | XL |
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| Bottom Bracket Height | 305 mm | 305 mm | 305 mm | 305 mm | 305 mm |
| Front Center | 617.7 mm | 628.5 mm | 643.5 mm | 653.4 mm | 668.4 mm |
| Rake | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 572 mm | 587 mm | 602 mm | 612 mm | 627 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 380 mm | 430 mm | 470 mm | 500 mm | 530 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 71 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 100 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm | 130 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 436 mm | 436 mm | 436 mm | 436 mm | 436 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1047 mm | 1058 mm | 1073 mm | 1083 mm | 1098 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 69 mm | 69 mm | 69 mm | 69 mm | 69 mm |
| Standover Height | 759 mm | 783 mm | 807 mm | 826 mm | 845 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 156 cm | 163 cm | 171 cm | 179 cm | 185 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 166 cm | 174 cm | 182 cm | 189 cm | 195 cm |
Model Overview
Thunder 29 Team is part of the Breezer Thunder model. Breezer launched 45 bikes of this model so far. Check out the entire range from 2013 of this model, by clicking 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 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.
Thunder 29 Team components
Fork
Breezer Thunder 29 Team 2013 bike is equipped with the RockShox Reba fork, and has 100mm travel. 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, Breezer Thunder 29 Team 2013, has a 29″ aluminum model. With 29″ wheels, bumps will feel lighter and you’ll gain more speed on descends, compared to smaller wheel-sized bikes. However, if you’re not a tall person, you might find it difficult to adapt to this wheel size.
Brakes
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This bike has Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.
Sizes
Breezer Thunder 29 Team bike has 5 sizes, in the range of 156 cm – 195 cm (5.12 ft – 6.4 ft). In conclusion, it won’t take much to find one that’s right for you.
