Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Tourney, Shimano -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 3 × 7 -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Vintage aluminum
Suspension Fork
Vintage CrMo
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Tourney TX800, 7-speed
Front Derailleur
Shimano Tourney TY510
Shift Levers
Shimano EF500, EZ-Fire Plus
Cassette
Freewheel 14-32T, 7-speed
Crank
Shimano FC- TY501, 48/38/28T
Bottom Bracket
Square taper, 68 x 122 mm
Chain
KMC Z51
Pedals
VP resin
Wheels
Front Hub
KT,QR 9 x 100 mm
Rear Hub
KT, freewheel, QR 10 x 135 mm
Rims
Aluminum 700, 32h
Spokes
14g, stainless steel
Tires
CST C1207, 700 x 35c
Brakes
Brakes
C-Star, V-Type
Brake Levers
Shimano EF500
Cockpit
Stem
Forged AheadSet, 7 ?
Handlebar
Aluminum, 38 mm riser, 38° sweep, Ø31.8 mm
Grips
Velo Ergo cork, lock-on
Headset
FSA TH-882, EC34/28.6 | EC34/30.0, 1 1/8''
Seat
Saddle
Selle Royal Essenza Moderate
Seatpost
Aluminium, Ø27.2 mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM/MD | MD/LG |
|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.45 mm | 1.41 mm |
| Front Center | 640 mm | 665 mm |
| Rake | 50 mm | 50 mm |
| Trail | 65 mm | 65 mm |
| Stack | 595 mm | 598 mm |
| Reach | 409 mm | 423 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 588 mm | 618 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 72.5 ° | 72 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 500 mm | 550 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 71 ° | 71 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 130 mm | 165 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 448 mm | 448 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1080 mm | 1105 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 65 mm | 65 mm |
| Standover Height | 766 mm | 793 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 |
Model Overview
Champlain is a Garneau Champlain model. There are 4 bikes that carry this model name. You can easily view all of the Garneau Champlain bikes models from 2023, here.
Model range prices
Garneau Champlain Mixte 2023 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 780$. On the other hand, Garneau Champlain 2023, is the most expensive and costs 780$.
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.
Hybrid bikes average price
If you want to purchase a solid Hybrid bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 562$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Hybrid bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
When Garneau released this model in 2023, its price was 780$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Champlain price is 38.79% more expensive than the average cost of a Hybrid bike.
Champlain components
Fork material
When it comes to the fork, this bike has a steel one, which is tougher than carbon in the case of an impact. However, it can add some extra weight to the bike.
Wheels size
When it comes to wheels, the Champlain bike is equipped with the 700c aluminum model. These wheels are the most used kind for road bikes in general. However, these wheels don’t perform so well when passing over obstacles.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Champlain comes with Rim brakes. Slightly lighter than hydraulic brakes, rim brakes are a budget choice. However, they are not nearly as effective as hydraulic brakes are.