BMC alpenchallenge AC02 IGH 2017
2017 Urban
Estimate price |
1,599$
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Alfine -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain Belt Drive, IGH -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
158cm - 171cm
MD
168cm - 180cm
LG
178cm - 189cm
XL
186cm - 199cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Al-13 Butted, Hydroformed aluminum
Suspension Fork
Alpenchallenge AC02, Al-13 aluminum
Rear Shock
-
Drivetrain
Shift Levers
Shimano Alfine 8, Rapidfire Plus
Cassette
Gates CDN-CT SureFit, 24
Crank
Gates CenterTrack CDN-CT, 55
Chain
Gates CDN-CT, 120
Wheels
Front Hub
Shimano M4050 (F) / Alfine 8 (R)
Rear Hub
Shimano M4050 (F) / Alfine 8 (R)
Rims
DT SWISS R522D
Tires
Continental Sport Contact II, 35mm
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano M506/M506 / RT54 rotors (160/160)
Cockpit
Stem
BMC LSM 03
Handlebar
BMC LSB 03
Seat
Saddle
Selle Royal Sirio
Seatpost
BMC LSP 03
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.36 mm | 1.41 mm | 1.43 mm | 1.47 mm |
| Front Center | 608 mm | 637 mm | 654 mm | 682 mm |
| Rake | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm |
| Trail | 71 mm | 71 mm | 71 mm | 71 mm |
| Stack | 537 mm | 578 mm | 599 mm | 638 mm |
| Reach | 396 mm | 411 mm | 419 mm | 435 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 558 mm | 591 mm | 607 mm | 640 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73 ° | 72.5 ° | 72.5 ° | 72 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 440 mm | 510 mm | 560 mm | 610 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 71 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 122 mm | 165 mm | 187 mm | 228 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 442 mm | 442 mm | 442 mm | 442 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1042 mm | 1072 mm | 1087 mm | 1117 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm |
| Standover Height | 746 mm | 803 mm | 834 mm | 869 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
| Rider Min Height | 158 cm | 168 cm | 178 cm | 186 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 171 cm | 180 cm | 189 cm | 199 cm |
Model Overview
alpenchallenge AC02 IGH completes the Bmc Alpenchallenge model. 46 bikes variations carry this model name so far. Check out the entire range from 2017 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
BMC alpenchallenge AC02 2017 is the cheapest bike model and costs 1399$. BMC alpenchallenge AC01 IGH 2017 is the most expensive one and costs 2699$.
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.
Commuter bikes average price
If you want to purchase a solid Commuter bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 762$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Commuter bike. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 1599$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that alpenchallenge AC02 IGH price is 109.84% higher than the average cost of a Commuter bike.
alpenchallenge AC02 IGH components
Fork material
The fork on this bike is made out of aluminum, which doesn’t add too much extra weight to the bike. However, it is not so stiff as steel or carbon forks are.
Wheels size
The wheels on alpenchallenge AC02 IGH are the 700c aluminum type. These are the most popular wheels for road, aero, gravel, cyclocross, race, and gravel bikes. However, these wheels don’t perform so well when passing over obstacles.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The alpenchallenge AC02 IGH has Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Sizes
This bike is available in 4 sizes. They vary from 158 cm – 199 cm (5.18 ft – 6.53 ft). In conclusion, finding one for you shouldn’t be a problem.