Boardman MTR 8.8 2020
2020 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. Boardman released 15 bikes variations of this model so far. Check out the entire range from 2020 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Boardman MTR 8.6 2020 has a starting price of 1338$. Boardman MTR 8.9 2020 on the other hand is the most expensive at 1946$.
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.
Average price for Trail bikes
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Trail bike is 2762$. However, you could also get a good Trail bike even if you pay a lower amount than the average price. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 1520$. If we compare this with the average Trail bike cost we notice that the price is 81.71% lower.
Average weight for Trail bikes
The average weight for Trail bikes is 12.98 kg (28.62 lbs). A lighter bike will give you some extra advantage when climbing. A heavier bike will have more speed for descents.
considerably heavier than average, MTR 8.8 has a weight of 14.4 kg (31.75 lbs). In short, the average Trail bike weight is 10.94% lower than this one.
MTR 8.8 components
Fork
Boardman MTR 8.8 2020 bike is equipped with the RockShox Recon Silver RL fork, and has 140mm travel. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Wheels
The wheels on MTR 8.8 are the 27.5″ aluminum type. 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. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Sizes
Boardman MTR 8.8 bike has 4 sizes, in the range of 160 cm – 195 cm (5.25 ft – 6.4 ft). In conclusion, you won’t have a problem finding one that suits you.