Fuji Norcom Straight 2.1 2018
2018 Road
Estimate price |
3,169$
Weight | 8.94 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Ultegra, Shimano -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 2 × 11 -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
C5 high-modulus aero carbon tubing, integrated seat clamp, integrated head tube, water bottle mount, aero stays w/ chainstay-mounted brake, vertical dropout w/ wheel-position adjustment
Suspension Fork
FC-330 carbon aero monocoque w/ 1 1/8" carbon steerer, integrated airfoil brakes
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Ultegra, 11-speed
Front Derailleur
Shimano Ultegra, braze-on mount
Shift Levers
Shimano SL-BSR1 bar-end TT shifters, 11-speed
Cassette
Shimano Ultegra, 11-28T, 11-speed
Crank
Oval Concepts 700, hollow forged 6066 arms, M30 spindle, forged Praxis 52/36T rings
Bottom Bracket
Praxis M30/BB86
Chain
KMC X11L, 11-speed
Pedals
N/A
Wheels
Rims
Oval Concepts 950 F, 700c 18/24H aero carbon-alloy rims
Tires
Vittoria Zaffiro Pro Slick, 700 x 23, 60tpi, folding
Brakes
Brakes
TRP aero TTV
Brake Levers
Oval 701 TT brake levers, forged alloy lever
Cockpit
Stem
Oval Concepts 760 Aero, forged 7050 stem body, aero faceplate cover, +/-8°
Handlebar
Oval Concepts 750, alloy base bar w/ 750 S-bend alloy extensions
Headset
FSA, 1 1/8" press fit top, integrated bottom bearing
Seat
Saddle
Oval Concepts 500T Tri, Dual Zone with synthetic cover, cromo rail
Seatpost
Oval Concepts, aero carbon, multi-position
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL | XXL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.24 mm | 1.21 mm | 1.2 mm | 1.24 mm | 1.26 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 268 mm | 268 mm | 268 mm | 268 mm | 268 mm |
| Front Center | 575 mm | 590 mm | 621 mm | 635 mm | 653 mm |
| Rake | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm |
| Trail | 58.8 mm | 58.8 mm | 58.8 mm | 58.8 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Stack | 493 mm | 498 mm | 508 mm | 545 mm | 570 mm |
| Reach | 396 mm | 410 mm | 425 mm | 440 mm | 454 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 500 mm | 515 mm | 532 mm | 555 mm | 572 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 78 ° | 78 ° | 78 ° | 78 ° | 78 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 473 mm | 482 mm | 488 mm | 522 mm | 539 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 72.5 ° | 72.5 ° | 72.5 ° | 72.5 ° | 72.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 85 mm | 90 mm | 100 mm | 140 mm | 164 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 400 mm | 400 mm | 400 mm | 400 mm | 400 mm |
| Wheelbase | 965 mm | 980 mm | 1011 mm | 1025 mm | 1044 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 68 mm | 68 mm | 68 mm | 68 mm | 68 mm |
| Standover Height | 775 mm | 783 mm | 790 mm | 826 mm | 848 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
Model Overview
Norcom Straight 2.1 completes the Fuji Norcom model. Fuji launched 39 bikes of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2018, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
Fuji Norcom Straight 2.3 2018 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 2509$. Fuji Norcom Straight 1.1 2018 on the other hand costs 7699$, and is the most expensive model.
Safety
Make sure you wear a helmet on every ride, and that your bike performs well. In short, this means checking the tires, brakes, and chain to make sure everything is in good working order.
Average price for Triathlon bikes
If you want to purchase a solid Triathlon bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 4177$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Triathlon bike. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2018 for 3169$. Comparing the average cost of a Triathlon bike to this one, you will see that Norcom Straight 2.1 price is 31.81% lower.
Triathlon bikes average weight
The average weight for Triathlon bikes is 8.9 kg (19.62 lbs). A lighter bike will give you some extra advantage when climbing. A heavier bike will have more speed for descents.
Weighing 8.94 kg (19.71 lbs), the Norcom Straight 2.1 model is slightly heavier than average. In other words, this model is 0.45% heavier than the average Triathlon bike.
Norcom Straight 2.1 components
Fork material
The fork is made out of carbon, so, it’s a great addition to the bike’s value. However, carbon forks should be regularly inspected for damage because even the smallest crack could cause the fork to fall apart.
Wheels
The wheels on Norcom Straight 2.1 are the 700c carbon type. There is no doubt, that 700c wheels are very popular on all road bike models. However, these wheels don’t perform so well when passing over obstacles.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The Norcom Straight 2.1 has Rim brakes. Rim brakes deliver an average performance overall. However, they have problems in wet conditions.