Boardman MTR 8.8 2019
2019 Mountain
Estimate price |
1,694$
Weight | 14.4 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 140mm -
Fork RockShox Recon Silver RL
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Groupset Deore, FSA -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 10 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
160cm - 172cm
MD
167cm - 180cm
LG
175cm - 188cm
XL
183cm - 195cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
6061 Alloy, smooth welded, dropper post ready
Suspension Fork
Rock Shox Recon RL, 140mm travel, boost 27.5, tapered, 15mm maxle / Rock Shox Deluxe R, 210x55mm
Rear Shock
15mm maxle / Rock Shox Deluxe R
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore Shadow+, 10 speed, long cage
Front Derailleur
N/A
Shift Levers
Shimano Deore, 10 speed
Cassette
Shimano Deore, 11-42t, 10 speed (11-13-15-18-21-24- 28-32-37-42)
Crank
FSA Gamma Pro Mega Exo 34t
Bottom Bracket
FSA BB-7100, 73mm, Mega Exo
Chain
KMC X10 S
Wheels
Front Hub
Formula hubs, 32H front and rear, 141mm Boost QR
Rear Hub
Formula hubs, 32H front and rear, 141mm Boost QR
Rims
Boardman Boost 27.5" Tubeless Ready
Tires
Vittoria Morsa, 27.5x2.3”, wire bead. Kenda tube, presta valve
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano M315, 160 mm rotor
Cockpit
Stem
Boardman Alloy, no rise, 31.8mm clamp
Handlebar
Boardman Alloy, 15mm rise, 9 degree bend, 31.8mm clamp
Headset
FSA Orbit C-40 ACB, 1 1/8” - 1.5” tapered, Integrated
Seat
Saddle
Boardman MTB by Velo, steel rails
Seatpost
Boardman Alloy, 31.6mm, 34.9mm QR seat clamp
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.43 mm | 1.38 mm | 1.35 mm | 1.34 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 338 mm | 338 mm | 338 mm | 338 mm |
| Rake | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm |
| Stack | 585 mm | 593 mm | 603 mm | 617 mm |
| Reach | 409 mm | 431 mm | 448 mm | 459 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 579 mm | 603 mm | 623 mm | 638 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73.5 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 410 mm | 432 mm | 460 mm | 483 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 67 ° | 67 ° | 67 ° | 67 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 110 mm | 120 mm | 130 mm | 145 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 418 mm | 418 mm | 418 mm | 418 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 17 mm | 17 mm | 17 mm | 17 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" |
| Rider Min Height | 160 cm | 167 cm | 175 cm | 183 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 172 cm | 180 cm | 188 cm | 195 cm |
Model Overview
MTR 8.8 completes the Boardman Mtr model. There are 15 bikes that carry this model name. You can easily view all of the Boardman Mtr bikes models from 2019, here.
Model range prices
Boardman MTR 8.6 2019 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 1216$. On the other hand, Boardman MTR 8.9 2019, is the most expensive and costs 1946$.
Safety
Your safety is a top priority so always wear a helmet when you ride your bike. Moreover, wear the right clothing. You want to be visible to other drivers, so avoid wearing dark clothing.
Average price for Trail bikes
If you want an acceptable Trail bike you should know that the average price is 2762$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Trail bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
At the moment of the release date, Boardman MTR 8.8 price was 1520$. Comparing this to the average Trail bike price, we see that the price is 81.71% smaller.
Average weight for Trail bikes
Trail bikes have an average weight of 12.98 kg (28.62 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.
MTR 8.8 weighs 14.4 kg (31.75 lbs) and is considerably heavier than the average. In short, the average Trail bike weight is 10.94% lower than this one.
Overview of components
Fork
This bike has the RockShox Recon Silver RL fork installed. The fork’s travel is 140mm. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. To sum it all, when buying a bike, ensure that you look for a fork capable of decent travel.
Wheels
As for the wheels, Boardman MTR 8.8 2019, has a 27.5″ aluminum model. 27.5″ wheels are a mixture between 29″ wheels and 26″ wheels. However, these wheels have a slower top speed if you compare them to 29″ wheels.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Boardman MTR 8.8 is equipped 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.
Sizes
MTR 8.8 comes in 4 sizes, that range from 160 cm – 195 cm (5.25 ft – 6.4 ft). In conclusion, you won’t have a problem finding one that suits you.