Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Fork RockShox Recon Gold RL
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Groupset X7, X5 -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 3 × 10 -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Nitro Alloy XC W/Formed and Butted Tubing
Suspension Fork
RockShox Recon Gold TK SoloAir 15mm
Rear Shock
N/A
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM X7 10spd Long Cage
Front Derailleur
SRAM X5 3spd
Shift Levers
Jagwire
Cassette
SRAM PG1030 11/36
Crank
FSA Comet MegaExo 44/32/22T - Black
Bottom Bracket
FSA MegaExo BB-7000
Chain
SRAM PG1031 10spd
Chain Tensioner
N/A
Pedals
Wellgo Resin/Steel Cage
Wheels
Front Hub
Formula Alloy 15mm Disc 28h
Rear Hub
Formula Alloy 28h
Rims
WTB SpeedDisc 29er 28h
Tires
WTB Nano 29x2.1"
Brakes
Brakes
SRAM Elixir 5 160mm
Brake Levers
SRAM Elixir 5
Disk Rotors
N/A
Cockpit
Stem
Norco Alloy
Handlebar
Norco Lite 700mm Flat Bar
Grips
T-One H20 Grips
Headset
FSA No.57B Tapered
Seat
Saddle
Norco XC Saddle
Seatpost
Norco Alloy
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | - | - | - | - | - |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.66 mm | 1.61 mm | 1.54 mm | 1.48 mm | 1.43 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 302 mm | 302 mm | 307 mm | 307 mm | 307 mm |
| Front Center | 633 mm | 641 mm | 657 mm | 676 mm | 696 mm |
| Rake | 47 mm | 47 mm | 46 mm | 47 mm | 46 mm |
| Trail | 86 mm | 83 mm | 80 mm | 79 mm | 80 mm |
| Stack | 623 mm | 625 mm | 627 mm | 631 mm | 636 mm |
| Reach | 375 mm | 388 mm | 408 mm | 426 mm | 445 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 558 mm | 578 mm | 598 mm | 618 mm | 638 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 72 ° | 71.5 ° | 71.5 ° | 71.5 ° | 71.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 381 mm | 432 mm | 470 mm | 508 mm | 546 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70 ° | 70.5 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 100 mm | 105 mm | 110 mm | 115 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 438 mm | 438 mm | 438 mm | 438 mm | 438 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1062 mm | 1070 mm | 1087 mm | 1107 mm | 1127 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 68 mm | 68 mm | 63 mm | 63 mm | 63 mm |
| Front Travel | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
About this model
Nitro 9.1 is a Norco Nitro model. Norco released 15 bikes variations of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2013, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
Norco Nitro 6 2013 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 1175$. On the other hand, Norco Nitro 9.1 2013, is the most expensive and costs 1550$.
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
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Crosscountry bike is 1905$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Crosscountry bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 1550$. If we compare this with the average Crosscountry bike cost we notice that the price is 22.9% smaller.
Overview of components
Fork
The RockShox Recon Gold RL is included from the factory. It has a travel distance of 100mm. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. In conclusion, always look for a fork with decent travel when you buy a bike.
Wheels
When it comes to wheels, the Nitro 9.1 bike is equipped with the 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
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The Nitro 9.1 has Mechanical Disc brakes. They are much easier to maintain than hydraulic disk brakes. However, with hydraulic disk brakes, you have the ultimate braking power!