Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 26" -
Groupset Shimano, Giant -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain Internally Geared Hub -
Brakes Coaster
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
ALUXX-grade aluminum
Suspension Fork
Chromoly
Rear Shock
N/A
Drivetrain
Shift Levers
Shimano Revo, Twist
Cassette
Shimano 22T, 3-speed internal
Crank
Giant alloy 3-piece, 44T
Bottom Bracket
Threaded, Sealed
Chain
KMC Z410, Rustproof
Pedals
Nylon, Anti-slip platform
Wheels
Front Hub
[F] Alloy, [R] Shimano Nexus, 3-speed internal, 36h
Rear Hub
[F] Alloy, [R] Shimano Nexus, 3-speed internal, 36h
Rims
Giant Alloy
Spokes
Stainless Steel, 14g
Tires
CST Cruiser, 26x2.125
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano, Coaster brake
Brake Levers
N/A
Cockpit
Stem
Alloy quill
Handlebar
Steel, Cruiser
Seat
Saddle
Giant Comfort Cruiser w/ SuperSoft foam
Seatpost
Alloy, 27.2mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
About this model
Simple Three completes the Giant Simple model. Giant launched 70 bikes of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Giant Simple bikes models from 2016, here.
Model range prices
Giant Simple Single 2016 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 330$. On the other hand, Giant Simple Three 2016, is the most expensive and costs 490$.
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.
Cruiser bikes average price
If you want to purchase a solid Cruiser bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 332$. However, you could also get a good Cruiser bike even if you pay a lower amount than the average price. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2016 for 490$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Simple Three price is 47.59% higher than the average cost of a Cruiser bike.
Simple Three components
Fork material
The fork is made out of steel, which tends to be more flexible than carbon forks in general. However, a carbon fork is considerably lighter.
Wheels size
As for the wheels, Giant Simple Three 2016, has a 26″ aluminum model. The 26″ wheels are lighter than the 27.5 or 29″ wheels. However, they provide less traction than 29″ wheels do.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Simple Three comes with Coaster brakes. Coaster brakes are among the oldest brake types you can find on a bike. However, if your chain falls off or snaps, your coaster brakes won’t function anymore.