Norco Fae 2011
2011 Mountain
Estimate price |
725$
Weight | 13.56 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 26" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Fork SunTour XCR
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Groupset Deore, Alivio -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 3 × 9 -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
XS
151cm - 164cm
SM
159cm - 170cm
MD
165cm - 177cm
LG
171cm - 184cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Forma double butted 7005 alloy frame
Suspension Fork
Suntour XCR-LO w/lock-out 100mm travel
Rear Shock
N/A
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore RD-M591 - Black
Front Derailleur
Shimano Alivio FD-M430 - Black
Shift Levers
Shimano Alivio SL-M430 27speed
Cassette
Shimano CS-HG30 11-32T 9speed
Crank
FSA Dyna Drive 44/32/22T - Black
Bottom Bracket
FSA BB-8420ST Power Drive Cartridge
Chain
KMC HG53
Chain Tensioner
N/A
Pedals
Resin body w/steel cage - Black
Wheels
Front Hub
Shimano HB-RM65 CenterLock hubs - Black
Rear Hub
Shimano FH-RM65 CenterLock hubs - Black
Rims
WTB SX-24 disc double wall black 32h
Spokes
Stainless black w/brass nipples
Tires
Continental Speed King 2.1""
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano BR-M445 w/160mm rotors - Black
Brake Levers
Shimano BR-M445 - Black
Cockpit
Stem
Norco - Black
Handlebar
Norco 15mm riser bar - Black
Grips
Norco Shield dual density grip
Headset
FSA TH-888 w/15mm conical spacer
Seat
Saddle
Norco Forma Comfort
Seatpost
Norco - Black
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD | LG |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bottom Bracket Height | 300 mm | 300 mm | 300 mm | 300 mm |
| Front Center | 609 mm | 614 mm | 629 mm | 644 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 533 mm | 548 mm | 563 mm | 578 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 318 mm | 381 mm | 432 mm | 470 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70 ° | 70.5 ° | 70.5 ° | 70.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 110 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm | 120 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 428 mm | 428 mm | 428 mm | 428 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1035 mm | 1039 mm | 1055 mm | 1070 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 43 mm | 43 mm | 43 mm | 43 mm |
| Standover Height | 702 mm | 715 mm | 736 mm | 750 mm |
| Wheels | 26" | 26" | 26" | 26" |
| Rider Min Height | 151 cm | 159 cm | 165 cm | 171 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 164 cm | 170 cm | 177 cm | 184 cm |
Model Overview
Fae completes the Norco Fae model. Norco launched 3 bikes of this model so far.
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
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Crosscountry bike that is reliable is 1905$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Crosscountry bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
At the moment of the release date, Norco Fae price was 725$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Fae price is 162.76% lower than the average cost of a Crosscountry bike.
Crosscountry bikes average weight
Crosscountry bikes have an average weight of 12.4 kg (27.34 lbs). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
a bit heavier than average, Fae has a weight of 13.56 kg (29.89 lbs). In conclusion, the average Crosscountry bike weighs 9.35% less than Fae.
Fae components
Fork
The Fae comes factory-installed with the SunTour XCR fork. This has a travel range of 100mm. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. To sum it all, when buying a bike, ensure that you look for a fork capable of decent travel.
Wheels
As for the wheels, Norco Fae 2011, has a 26″ aluminum model. The 26″ wheels are lighter than the 27.5 or 29″ wheels. However, they are less forgiving when riding over obstacles such as bumps and roots.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The Fae has 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.
Sizes
Fae comes in 4 sizes, that range from 151 cm – 184 cm (4.95 ft – 6.04 ft). In short, it won’t be difficult to find the right one for you.