Norco Optic A3 Womens 27.5 2018
2018 Mountain
Estimate price |
2,299$
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 120mm -
Travel Rear 110mm -
Fork RockShox Recon Gold RL
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Groupset NX, Suntour SR -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 11 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Optic Aluminum 110mm (29), 120mm (650B)
Suspension Fork
Rockshox Recon Gold RL29 110x15 boost 120mm travel
Rear Shock
Rockshox Monarch R
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM NX 11
Front Derailleur
N/A
Shift Levers
SRAM NX 11 11 speed
Cassette
SRAM NX 11 11-42T
Crank
SR Suntour Zeron Boost 30T (29), 32T (650B) cranks w/1X narrow/wide
Bottom Bracket
SR Suntour 73mm thread in
Chain
SRAM 11 speed
Chain Guide
N/A
Pedals
N/A
Wheels
Front Hub
Novatec 110x15 sealed bearing disc hub
Rear Hub
Novatec 148x12 w 5 sealed bearing
Rims
WTB STP I25, TCS 25mm inner
Spokes
Stainless steel
Tires
Maxxis Forecaster 2.35
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro HD-M285 Hydraulic w/180mm rotor
Brake Levers
Tektro HD-M285
Cockpit
Stem
Alloy MTB stem with 4 bolt front clamp
Handlebar
Norco 25mm rise 6061 DB alloy 760mm
Grips
Norco lock on grip
Headset
FSA #57B tapered internal
Seat
Saddle
WTB Deva Comp
Seatpost
JD Trans X post w/125mm max travel
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM |
|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.49 mm | 1.43 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 334 mm | 334 mm |
| Front Center | 660 mm | 687 mm |
| Rake | 44 mm | 44 mm |
| Trail | 104 mm | 104 mm |
| Stack | 572 mm | 581 mm |
| Reach | 385 mm | 407 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 529 mm | 559 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 75.9 ° | 75.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 380 mm | 410 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 68 ° | 68 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 97 mm | 107 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 417 mm | 422 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1077 mm | 1108 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 18 mm | 18 mm |
| Standover Height | 749 mm | 746 mm |
| Front Travel | 130 mm | 130 mm |
| Rear Travel | 120 mm | 120 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" |
About this model
Optic A3 Womens 27.5 is part of the Norco Optic model. 96 bikes variations carry this model name so far. You can easily view all of the Norco Optic bikes models from 2018, here.
Model range prices
Norco Optic A3 Womens 27.5 2018 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 2299$. On the other hand, Norco Optic C1 29 2018, is the most expensive and costs 6999$.
Safety
Your safety is a top priority so always wear a helmet when you ride your bike. Moreover, wear the right clothing. You want to be visible to other drivers, so avoid wearing dark clothing.
Crosscountry bikes average price
If you want to purchase a solid Crosscountry bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 1905$. However, even though the average price of a Crosscountry bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality bike. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
When Norco released this model in 2018, its price was 2299$. In conclusion, this bike price is 20.68% higher than the price of the average Crosscountry bike.
Optic A3 Womens 27.5 components
Fork
The Optic A3 Womens 27.5 comes factory-installed with the RockShox Recon Gold RL fork. This has a travel range of 120mm. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. To sum up, when buying a bicycle, make sure you get a fork that is capable of delivering decent travel.
Rear Shock
The shock that’s installed on this bike is Rockshox Monarch R, with a travel distance of 110mm. Rear shocks give you increased comfort, control, and traction, which is important when cornering or braking. This allows you to ride faster on bumpy roads. In short, a full-suspension bike will give you the smoothest ride possible.
Wheels size
The wheels on Optic A3 Womens 27.5 are the 29″ aluminum type. With 29″ wheels, bumps will feel lighter and you’ll gain more speed on descends, compared to smaller wheel-sized bikes. However, these wheels are not ideal for smaller people.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Optic A3 Womens 27.5 comes with Hydraulic Disc brakes. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.