Boardman HYB 8.6 Green 2021
2021 Urban
Estimate price |
745$
Weight | 11.2 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Alivio, Acera -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 2 × 9 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
170cm - 179cm
MD
177cm - 183cm
LG
181cm - 189cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
7005 Alloy, smooth welded
Suspension Fork
Alloy bladed fork, 1 1/8” cromo Steerer
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Alivio M3100, 9-speed
Front Derailleur
Shimano Acera T3000, 31.8mm clamp
Shift Levers
Shimano Alivio, 2x9
Cassette
Shimano HG201, 9-speed, 11-36 Tooth
Crank
Prowheel, square taper 46/30 ToothT
Bottom Bracket
FSA BB7420, Square taper
Chain
KMC 9-Speed
Wheels
Front Hub
Formula QR
Rear Hub
Formula QR
Rims
Boardman Alloy 700C Tubeless Ready
Tires
Schwalbe Citizen 700 x 37c, kevlar guard. Kenda presta tube
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro M275 hydraulic disc, Tektro 160mm rotor
Cockpit
Stem
Integrated with handlebar
Handlebar
Boardman Integrated 1 Piece Bar / Stem - 9 degree backsweep, 4 degree upsweep
Headset
FSA no.10, 1 1/8”, Semi Integrated
Seat
Saddle
Boardman Hybrid by Velo, steel rails
Seatpost
Boardman Alloy, 27.2 x 350mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.4 mm | 1.4 mm | 1.4 mm |
| Rake | 43 mm | 43 mm | 43 mm |
| Stack | 553 mm | 576 mm | 600 mm |
| Reach | 395 mm | 412 mm | 430 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 564 mm | 589 mm | 614 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 450 mm | 490 mm | 540 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 120 mm | 145 mm | 170 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 424 mm | 424 mm | 424 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 |
| Rider Min Height | 170 cm | 177 cm | 181 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 179 cm | 183 cm | 189 cm |
About this model
HYB 8.6 Green belongs to the Boardman Hyb model. Boardman launched 19 bikes of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all Boardman Hyb bikes models from 2021, by clicking here.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Boardman HYB 8.6 Women’s 2021 has a starting price of 669$. Boardman HYB 8.9 2021 on the other hand is the most expensive at 1216$.
Safety
When you go for a ride, don’t forget to put your helmet on. Moreover, ride with traffic, not against it. This will help you stay visible to drivers and also makes it easier for them to see you.
Hybrid bikes average price
If you want an acceptable Hybrid bike you should know that the average price is 562$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Hybrid bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
When Boardman released this model in 2021, its price was 669$. Comparing this to the average Hybrid bike price, we see that the price is 19.04% more expensive.
Average weight for Hybrid bikes
If we make a quick analysis of the average weight of a Hybrid bike, we get 13.85 kg (30.53 lbs). Having an easier bike than average will give you a great advantage on climbs. However, a heavier bike will gain more speed on descends.
HYB 8.6 Green weighs 11.2 kg (24.69 lbs) and is much lighter than the average. In conclusion, the average Hybrid bike weighs 23.66% more than HYB 8.6 Green.
HYB 8.6 Green components
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 HYB 8.6 Green 2021 bike is equipped with 700c aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. 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
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Boardman HYB 8.6 Green has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Sizes
Boardman HYB 8.6 Green bike has 3 sizes, in the range of 170 cm – 189 cm (5.58 ft – 6.2 ft). In conclusion, finding one for you shouldn’t be a problem.