Boardman SLR 8.9 Women’s 2021
2021 Road
Estimate price |
1,626$
Weight | 8.9 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset 105, FSA -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 2 × 11 -
Brakes Rim
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
XS
155cm - 165cm
SM
162cm - 171cm
MD
169cm - 177cm
LG
175cm - 183cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
C7 Carbon - Aero-Optimised
Suspension Fork
C7 Carbon with tapered steerer
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano 105 11 speed
Front Derailleur
Shimano 105 braze- on
Shift Levers
Shimano 105 2x11
Cassette
Shimano CS-R7000 11 speed, 11-28
Crank
FSA Gossamer Compact 50-34
Bottom Bracket
FSA BB-CF86/CZ Pressfit for MegaExo Chainset
Chain
KMC X11
Pedals
Toe strap road, 9/16”
Wheels
Front Hub
Formula RB-51 front, RB-5711 rear
Rear Hub
Formula RB-51 front, RB-5711 rear
Rims
Boardman Tubeless Ready 28h front & rear
Spokes
Double Butted Stainless Steel, Radial front, 2X rear
Tires
Vittoria Zaffiro Pro G2.0 folding, 700x25c
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro R315, long arm
Cockpit
Stem
Boardman Alloy, 31.8mm clamp
Handlebar
Boardman Alloy, 31.8mm clamp, 70mm reach, 120mm drop
Headset
FSA Orbit C-40 ACB, 1 1/8” - 1.5” Tapered, Integrated.
Seat
Saddle
Boardman SLR Womens
Seatpost
Boardman Alloy, 27.2mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD | LG |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.36 mm | 1.38 mm | 1.44 mm | 1.46 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 271 mm | 271 mm | 268 mm | 268 mm |
| Rake | 48 mm | 48 mm | 48 mm | 48 mm |
| Stack | 504 mm | 524 mm | 550 mm | 571 mm |
| Reach | 371 mm | 380 mm | 382 mm | 391 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 514 mm | 529 mm | 544 mm | 559 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74 ° | 74 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 455 mm | 470 mm | 485 mm | 500 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70.5 ° | 71 ° | 72 ° | 72.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 120 mm | 140 mm | 160 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 414 mm | 414 mm | 414 mm | 414 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 65 mm | 65 mm | 68 mm | 68 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
| Rider Min Height | 155 cm | 162 cm | 169 cm | 175 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 165 cm | 171 cm | 177 cm | 183 cm |
About this model
SLR 8.9 Women’s belongs to the Boardman Slr model. Boardman released 37 bikes variations of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2021, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
Boardman SLR 8.6 2021 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 670$. Boardman SLR 9.6 Disc 2021 on the other hand costs 4811$, and is the most expensive model.
Safety
When cycling always take safety very seriously. Wear a helmet, obey the traffic rules and wear hi-vis clothes. In short, take care of yourself so others can take care of you.
Average price for Race bikes
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Race bike is 3350$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Race bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
This bike was released in 2021 and its price was 1461$. If we compare this with the average Race bike cost we notice that the price is 129.3% lower.
Average weight for Race bikes
Race bikes weigh an average of 6.82 kg (15.04 lbs). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
SLR 8.9 Women’s weighs 8.9 kg (19.62 lbs) and is much heavier than the average. In conclusion, the average Race bike weighs 30.5% less than SLR 8.9 Women’s.
Overview of components
Fork material
The fork is made out of carbon, so, its weight is considerably lighter than one made out of steel. However, they cost a bit more than steel forks.
Wheels
When leaving the production line, the SLR 8.9 Women’s model has 700c aluminum wheels. 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 SLR 8.9 Women’s has Rim brakes installed. Slightly lighter than hydraulic brakes, rim brakes are a budget choice. However, they have problems in wet conditions.
Sizes
SLR 8.9 Women’s comes in 4 sizes, that range from 155 cm – 183 cm (5.09 ft – 6 ft). In conclusion, it won’t take much to find one that’s right for you.