Electra Townie 7D Bike – Steel Blue 2020
Bike details
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum
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Wheels 26"
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Groupset Tourney, Shimano
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Suspension Rigid
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Brakes Rim
Parts list
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
6061 aluminum
Suspension Fork
Uni-Crown rigid
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Tourney
Shift Levers
Shimano Revo
Cassette
Shimano 14-34, 7-speed
Crank
Alloy 3-piece
Bottom Bracket
Sealed cartridge
Chain
Taya Octo
Pedals
Resin platform
Wheels
Front Hub
Alloy, 32h
Rear Hub
Alloy, 32h
Rims
Alloy double wall
Tires
Semi-Slick Street 26x2.0
Brakes
Brakes
Linear-pull Rim Brake
Brake Levers
Alloy
Cockpit
Stem
Alloy
Handlebar
Alloy
Headset
1-1/8 in. threaded steel
Seat
Saddle
Ergonomic with elastomer bumpers
Seatpost
Alloy Pillar
About this model
Townie 7D Bike – Steel Blue is an Electra Townie model. There are 56 bikes that carry this model name. Check out the entire range from 2020 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
Electra Townie 7D 2020 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 529$. On the other hand, Electra Townie Commute 8D EQ 2020, is the most expensive and costs 799$.
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 Comfort bikes
If you want an acceptable Comfort bike you should know that the average price is 360$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Comfort bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 539$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Townie 7D Bike – Steel Blue price is 49.72% more expensive than the average cost of a Comfort bike.
Comfort bikes average weight
Comfort bikes weigh an average of 15.11 kg (33.31 lbs). An easier bike will give you a big advantage in climbs. However, a heavier bike can gain speed when you descend.
slightly heavier than average, Townie 7D Bike – Steel Blue has a weight of 15.65 kg (34.5 lbs). In conclusion, the average Comfort bike weighs 3.57% less than Townie 7D Bike – Steel Blue.
Townie 7D Bike – Steel Blue components
Wheels
When leaving the production line, the Townie 7D Bike – Steel Blue model has 26″ aluminum wheels. The 26″ wheels are lighter than the 27.5 or 29″ wheels. However, they provide less traction than 29″ wheels do.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The Townie 7D Bike – Steel Blue has Rim brakes. Rim brakes deliver an average performance overall. However, they have problems in wet conditions.
Sizes
This bike has one size only, so it might not fit you. In conclusion, make sure it fits you, or look for another model.
