Boardman HYB 8.6 Silver 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 |
Model Overview
HYB 8.6 Silver completes the Boardman Hyb model. 19 bikes variations carry this model name so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2021, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
Boardman HYB 8.6 Women’s 2021 is the cheapest bike model and costs 669$. Boardman HYB 8.9 2021 is the most expensive one and costs 1216$.
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 Hybrid bikes
If you want to purchase a solid Hybrid bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 562$. However, even though the average price of a Hybrid bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality bike. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2021 for 669$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that HYB 8.6 Silver price is 19.04% higher than the average cost of a Hybrid bike.
Hybrid bikes average weight
If we make a quick analysis of the average weight of a Hybrid bike, we get 13.85 kg (30.53 lbs). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
Boardman HYB 8.6 Silver it’s weighing 11.2 kg (24.69 lbs). At this weight, is much lighter than average. To sum up, it’s 23.66% lighter than the average weight of Hybrid bikes.
Overview of 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 size
The HYB 8.6 Silver 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, while they give you great speed and control, these wheels are not so bump-friendly.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Boardman HYB 8.6 Silver 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
HYB 8.6 Silver comes in 3 sizes, that range from 170 cm – 189 cm (5.58 ft – 6.2 ft). In conclusion, finding one for you shouldn’t be a problem.