Norco PINNACLE 2008
2008 Mountain
Estimate price |
269$
Weight | 14.06 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 26" -
Travel Front 50mm -
Fork SunTour
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Groupset Tourney, Shimano -
Suspension Hardtail -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Lightweight al MTB tubing, suspension fork geometry
Suspension Fork
Suntour SR 2000, 50mm travel
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano TX-51, direct mount
Front Derailleur
Shimano FD-C050, 31.8
Shift Levers
Shimano EF-50
Cassette
Shimano TZ-07, 7 speed, 14-28, thread on
Chain
KMC Z50
Pedals
Wellgo LU-207, resin
Wheels
Front Hub
Formula alloy, 36 hole
Rear Hub
KT, thread on, 36 hole
Rims
Alloy single wall, 36 hole
Spokes
UPC 2.0 CP
Tires
Vee, dual sport, 1.95
Brakes
Brakes
Radius alloy, V-brake
Brake Levers
Shimano EF-50
Cockpit
Stem
Alloy threadless
Handlebar
MTB-153, 30mm rise, 6 degree back sweep, 25.4mm
Grips
Norco 130mm Krayton
Headset
CH-281 threadless
Seat
Saddle
Norco Comfort MTB custom
Seatpost
Norco alloy micro adjust, 27.2, 300mm
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 | 624 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 | 1054 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 | 692 mm | 720 mm | 745 mm | 765 mm | 788 mm | 819 mm |
| Wheels | 26" | 26" | 26" | 26" | 26" | 26" |
Model Overview
PINNACLE completes the Norco Pinnacle model. Norco launched 6 bikes of this model so far.
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$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Crosscountry bike. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 269$. In conclusion, this bike price is 608.18% smaller than the price of the average Crosscountry bike.
Crosscountry bikes average weight
On a deeper look, we notice that the average weight of a Crosscountry bike is 12.4 kg (27.34 lbs). You will have a greater advantage on climbs if your bike is easier than the average. On descents, however, a heavier bike will give you extra speed.
Weighing 14.06 kg (31 lbs), the PINNACLE model is considerably heavier than average. To sum up, it’s 13.39% heavier than the average weight of Crosscountry bikes.
Overview of components
Fork
Norco PINNACLE 2008 bike is equipped with the SunTour fork, and has 50mm travel. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. To sum up, when buying a bicycle, make sure you get a fork that is capable of delivering decent travel.
Wheels size
The PINNACLE 2008 bike is equipped with 26″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. The 26″ wheels are lighter than the 27.5 or 29″ wheels. However, you will need increased suspension than in the case of 29″ wheels.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Norco PINNACLE is equipped with Rim brakes. Slightly lighter than hydraulic brakes, rim brakes are a budget choice. However, they have problems in wet conditions.