Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 26" -
Travel Front 63mm -
Fork SunTour
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Groupset Tourney, Shimano -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 3 × 7 -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Aluminum with custom tube shapes, rear disc mount
Suspension Fork
SR Suntour M2000N 63mm travel
Rear Shock
N/A
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano RD TX-51 7 speed
Front Derailleur
Shimano FD C050 31.8
Shift Levers
Shimano ST-EF50 EZ-Fire, 7 speed front and rear
Cassette
Shimano MF-TZ07, 7 speed, 14-28T
Crank
SR Suntour CW-XCCT102PB, 42/32/22T black /silver alloy
Bottom Bracket
SR Suntour BB-8 XCT SQS cartridge BB
Chain
KMC Z-50
Pedals
MTB resin body
Wheels
Front Hub
Formula alloy, QR, disc mount
Rear Hub
Formula alloy, QR, disc mount, for thread on FW
Rims
DDM-1 double wall alloy 32 hole
Spokes
UCP 2.0
Tires
Innova MTB 26 x 1.95
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro I.O. mechanical disc brake, 6” rotor
Brake Levers
Shimano EF-50 brake/ shifter
Cockpit
Stem
MTB alloy threadless 1-1/8 stem
Handlebar
MTB 30 mm rise bar , sand blast black
Grips
MTB design krayton rubber
Headset
CH 281 threadless
Seat
Saddle
Norco MTB saddle, custom cover design
Seatpost
Alloy micro adjust 27.2 mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 12.5" | 15" | 17" | 18.5" | 20" | 22" |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bottom Bracket Height | 300 mm | 300 mm | 300 mm | 300 mm | 300 mm | 300 mm |
| Front Center | 622 mm | 628 mm | 644 mm | 654 mm | 664 mm | 674 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 543 mm | 558 mm | 573 mm | 588 mm | 603 mm | 618 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73 ° | 72.5 ° | 72 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 318 mm | 381 mm | 432 mm | 470 mm | 508 mm | 559 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 69.5 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm | 130 mm | 145 mm | 160 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 433 mm | 433 mm | 433 mm | 433 mm | 433 mm | 433 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1053 mm | 1059 mm | 1074 mm | 1084 mm | 1095 mm | 1105 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 43 mm | 43 mm | 43 mm | 43 mm | 43 mm | 43 mm |
| Standover Height | 694 mm | 720 mm | 745 mm | 765 mm | 788 mm | 819 mm |
| Wheels | 26" | 26" | 26" | 26" | 26" | 26" |
About this model
MOUNTAINEER completes the Norco Mountaineer model. There are 5 bikes that carry this model name.
Safety
Your safety should be the top priority when you go for a ride. In short, make sure that you always use a helmet, high visibility clothing, and proper lights when riding at night-time.
Crosscountry bikes average price
If you want an acceptable Crosscountry bike you should know that the average price is 1905$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Crosscountry bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
When Norco released this model in 2009, its price was 385$. Comparing this to the average Crosscountry bike price, we see that the price is 394.81% lower.
MOUNTAINEER components
Fork
This bike has the SunTour fork installed. The fork’s travel is 63mm. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. In conclusion, always look for a fork with decent travel when you buy a bike.
Wheels
As for the wheels, Norco MOUNTAINEER 2009, has a 26″ aluminum model. These wheels give you great handling over your bike. However, you will need increased suspension than in the case of 29″ wheels.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Norco MOUNTAINEER has Mechanical Disc brakes installed. These brakes are also very popular, and a lot cheaper than hydraulic disk brakes. However, they don’t have the stopping power of hydraulic brakes.