Boardman MTR 8.8 Womens 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
Wheels
Front Hub
Formula hubs, 32H front and rear, 148mm boost, M12xP1.5 thru-axle
Rear Hub
Formula hubs, 32H front and rear, 148mm boost, M12xP1.5 thru-axle
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 Women’s 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 Womens completes the Boardman Mtr model. There are 15 bikes that carry this model name. Check out the entire range from 2019 of this model, by clicking this link.
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
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.
Average price for Trail bikes
If you want an acceptable Trail bike you should know that the average price is 2762$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Trail bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 1520$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that MTR 8.8 Womens price is 81.71% lower than the average cost of a Trail bike.
Average weight for Trail bikes
If we make a quick analysis of the average weight of a Trail bike, we get 12.98 kg (28.62 lbs). An easier bike will give you a big advantage in climbs. However, a heavier bike can gain speed when you descend.
With a weight of 14.4 kg (31.75 lbs), Boardman bike is considerably heavier than average. In short, the average Trail bike weight is 10.94% lower than this one.
Overview of components
Fork
Boardman MTR 8.8 Womens 2019 bike is equipped with the RockShox Recon Silver RL fork, and has 140mm travel. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. In conclusion, always look for a fork with decent travel when you buy a bike.
Wheels size
The MTR 8.8 Womens 2019 bike is equipped with 27.5″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. 27.5″ wheels are a mixture between 29″ wheels and 26″ wheels. However, the 27.5″ wheels are less forgiving than the 29″ wheels.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The MTR 8.8 Womens has Hydraulic Disc brakes. With Hydraulic Disc brakes, you’ll be able to stop on a dime, even in wet or icy conditions. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Sizes
MTR 8.8 Womens comes in 4 sizes, that range from 160 cm – 195 cm (5.25 ft – 6.4 ft). In short, it won’t be difficult to find the right one for you.