Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 80mm -
Fork SunTour XCR
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Groupset Deore, Acera -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 3 × 9 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
A1 Premium Aluminum, fully butted, women's recreational 29"" geometry and tubesets, double ORE DT, externally relieved HT, forged dropouts w/ replaceable alloy hanger
Suspension Fork
SR Suntour XCR (SF11-XCR-DS-29-LO-SP), 1pc. alloy lower, 30mm steel stanchions, hyd. damping w/ LO and custom women's tuned Spike Valve, 80mm travel
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore Shadow, 9-speed, SGS cage
Front Derailleur
Shimano Acera, 9-speed, 34.9mm clamp, top-swing, dual-pull
Shift Levers
Shimano Acera, 9-speed Rapidfire plus, SL type w/ optical display
Cassette
Shimano 9-speed, 11-34t
Crank
Shimano Acera, 3pc, 9-speed, Octalink spline
Bottom Bracket
Shimano, Octalink spline, cartridge bearing, 68mm
Chain
KMC X-9, 9-speed, reusable Missing Link
Pedals
Alloy 1pc. body and cage, reflector kit, 9/16"" w/ reflectors
Wheels
Front Hub
Formula disc hub, high-low flange, double-sealed loose ball, machined disc mount, 21mm contact, QR, 32h
Rear Hub
Formula disc hub, cassette, double-sealed loose ball, polished races, machined disc mount and flanges, 19mm contact, QR, 32h
Rims
Alex RH Disc 29"", alloy double-wall, 28mm, pin joint, 32h
Spokes
Stainless black, 2.0mm (14g)
Tires
Specialized The Captain Sport, 60 TPI, wire bead, 29x2.0""
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro Draco hydraulic disc brake, post mount, 160mm 6-bolt rotor
Brake Levers
Tektro Draco hydraulic w/ women's shorter reach lever
Cockpit
Stem
3D forged 6061 alloy, 4 bolt clamp, 7º rise, 31.8mm
Handlebar
Double butted alloy flat bar, 10º backsweep, 4º upsweep, 31.8mm
Grips
Women's Body Geometry XCT, dual density Kraton
Headset
1-1/8"" threadless, loose ball w/ seals
Seat
Saddle
Women's Body Geometry Riva, 155mm width
Seatpost
Alloy, 2 bolt head, 30.9mm, 12.5mm offset, micro adjust
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 15" | 17" | 19" |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.61 mm | 1.58 mm | 1.52 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 309 mm | 309 mm | 309 mm |
| Front Center | 628 mm | 640 mm | 666 mm |
| Rake | 46 mm | 46 mm | 46 mm |
| Trail | 87 mm | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Stack | 605 mm | 616 mm | 626 mm |
| Reach | 376 mm | 390 mm | 412 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 556 mm | 573 mm | 598 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 381 mm | 432 mm | 483 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70 ° | 70.5 ° | 70.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 448 mm | 448 mm | 448 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1068 mm | 1080 mm | 1106 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 64 mm | 64 mm | 64 mm |
| Standover Height | 692 mm | 736 mm | 760 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" |
Model Overview
Myka Elite Disc 29 completes the Specialized Myka model. 48 bikes variations carry this model name so far. Check out the entire range from 2012 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
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy 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. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
Myka Elite Disc 29 components
Fork
This bike has the SunTour XCR fork installed. The fork’s travel is 80mm. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. To sum up, when buying a bicycle, make sure you get a fork that is capable of delivering decent travel.
Fork material
When it comes to the fork, this bike has an aluminum one, 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 Myka Elite Disc 29 2012 bike is equipped with 29″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. With 29″ wheels, bumps will feel lighter and you’ll gain more speed on descends, compared to smaller wheel-sized bikes. However, these wheels are not ideal for smaller people.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Myka Elite Disc 29 comes with Hydraulic Disc brakes. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.