Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Fork RockShox Reba
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Groupset XT, Deore -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 2 × 10 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Charger 27.5" DB Alloy XC Frame
Suspension Fork
Rock Shox Reba RL 100mm/15mm
Rear Shock
N/A
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XT 10spd Shadow
Front Derailleur
Shimano Deore 2spd
Shift Levers
Jagwire
Cassette
Shimano Deore HG50 11-36T 10spd
Crank
Shimano SLX FC-677 36/22
Bottom Bracket
Shimano GXP
Chain
KMC X10 10spd
Chain Tensioner
N/A
Pedals
Wellgo Alloy Pedals
Wheels
Front Hub
Norco Alloy 15mm
Rear Hub
Shimano Deore FHM475 10spd
Rims
Alex DP21 TR 27.5" 32H
Tires
N/A
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano SLX BRM-675-B 160mm
Brake Levers
Shimano SLX BRM-675-B
Disk Rotors
N/A
Cockpit
Stem
Norco Alloy 70mm
Handlebar
Norco Lite DB 15mm 720mm
Grips
Norco Grip
Headset
Feimin Sealed Internal H/S
Seat
Saddle
Norco XC Saddle
Seatpost
Norco Alloy 31.6/400mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XXS | XS | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.68 mm | 1.59 mm | 1.52 mm | 1.47 mm | 1.42 mm | 1.37 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 297 mm | 297 mm | 297 mm | 302 mm | 302 mm | 302 mm |
| Front Center | 609 mm | 626 mm | 650 | 674 mm | 697 mm | 720 mm |
| Rake | 41 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm | 43 mm | 43 mm | 42 mm |
| Trail | 93 mm | 90 mm | 88 mm | 85 mm | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Stack | 582 mm | 582 mm | 593 mm | 603 mm | 614 mm | 624 mm |
| Reach | 347 mm | 367 mm | 389 mm | 411 mm | 433 mm | 455 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 516 mm | 541 mm | 571 mm | 601 mm | 631 mm | 661 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74 ° | 73.6 ° | 73.2 ° | 72.8 ° | 72.4 ° | 72 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 340 mm | 390 mm | 430 mm | 470 mm | 510 mm | 550 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 69 ° | 69.25 ° | 69.5 ° | 69.75 ° | 70 ° | 70.25 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 100 mm | 110 mm | 125 mm | 135 mm | 145 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 426 mm | 426 mm | 426 mm | 426 mm | 426 mm | 426 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1028 mm | 1047 mm | 1070 mm | 1096 mm | 1119 mm | 1141 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 55 mm | 55 mm | 55 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm |
| Standover Height | 706 mm | 697 mm | 708 mm | 755 mm | 765 mm | 776 mm |
| Front Travel | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" |
About this model
Charger 7.0 is part of the Norco Charger model. Norco launched 83 bikes of this model so far. Check out the entire range from 2016 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
Norco Charger 7.3 2016 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 895$. On the other hand, Norco Charger 7.0 2016, is the most expensive and costs 1800$.
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.
Average price for Crosscountry bikes
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Crosscountry bike is 1905$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Crosscountry bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2016 for 1800$. Comparing the average cost of a Crosscountry bike to this one, you will see that Charger 7.0 price is 5.83% smaller.
Overview of components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the RockShox Reba model. The travel on this model is 100mm. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. In conclusion, always look for a fork with decent travel when you buy a bike.
Wheels size
The Charger 7.0 2016 bike is equipped with 27.5″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. The 27.5″ wheels are a great choice for smaller riders. However, these wheels have a slower top speed if you compare them to 29″ wheels.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Norco Charger 7.0 has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.