Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 150mm -
Travel Rear 130mm -
Fork RockShox Yari RC
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Groupset NX, NX Eagle -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 11 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
MD
165cm - 177cm
LG
175cm - 188cm
XL
185cm - 198cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Norco Sight, Aluminum, 130mm (29") | 140mm (27.5") Travel, Boost 12x148mm TA Dropouts
Suspension Fork
RockShox Yari RC, 150mm (29") | 160mm (27.5") Travel, Boost 15x110mm TA, Motion Control
Rear Shock
RockShox Deluxe RT, 185x55mm, DebonAir
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM NX, 11 Speed
Front Derailleur
-
Shift Levers
Rear: SRAM NX, 11 Speed, Front: -
Cassette
SRAM NX PG-1130, 11-42T, 11 Speed
Crank
SRAM NX Eagle, 170mm (XS/S) | 175mm (M/L/XL), 30T
Bottom Bracket
Truvativ PowerSpline BB, Threaded BSA 73mm
Chain
SRAM NX PC-1110, 11 Speed
Chain Guide
None
Pedals
None
Wheels
Front Hub
Shimano Deore 110x15mm
Rear Hub
Shimano Deore FH-M6010, Boost 12x148mm
Rims
WTB ST i29 TCS 2.0, 32 Hole, 29mm Internal Width
Spokes
Shadar stainless steel
Tires
Maxxis High Roller II, 2.3", EXO, Folding
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano BR-MT500, 2 Piston Hydraulic Disc, Shimano RT-54 180mm Center Lock Rotor
Brake Levers
Shimano BR-MT500
Cockpit
Stem
Alloy MTB stem with 4 bolt front clamp 50mm 29er, 60mm 650B
Handlebar
Norco 25mm rise 6061 DB alloy 780mm
Grips
VP, Lock-On
Headset
FSA #57 E ( tapered internal ) 1.5” to 1-1/8” black FSA logos
Seat
Saddle
WTB Volt Sport
Seatpost
TranzX YSP18JL Stealth Dropper, 80mm (XS) | 100mm (S) | 125mm (M) | 130mm (L/XL) Travel, 31.6mm, 1x Lever
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.44 mm | 1.35 mm | 1.31 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 340 mm | 340 mm | 340 mm |
| Front Center | 736 mm | 762 mm | 788 mm |
| Rake | 51 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm |
| Trail | 107 mm | 107 mm | 107 mm |
| Stack | 615 mm | 615 mm | 625 mm |
| Reach | 428 mm | 454 mm | 476 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 605 mm | 635 mm | 664 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73.9 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.2 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 435 mm | 470 mm | 510 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 66.5 ° | 66.5 ° | 66.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 94 mm | 94 mm | 104 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 431 mm | 436 mm | 441 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1165 mm | 1196 mm | 1227 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 33 mm | 33 mm | 33 mm |
| Standover Height | 795 mm | 793 mm | 798 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 165 cm | 175 cm | 185 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 177 cm | 188 cm | 198 cm |
About this model
Sight A3 29 is part of the Norco Sight model. Norco released 215 bikes variations of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2019, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
Norco Sight A3 Women’s 29 2019 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 2899$. On the other hand, Norco Sight C1 29 2019, is the most expensive and costs 5800$.
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 Trail bikes
If you want an acceptable Trail bike you should know that the average price is 2762$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Trail bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
At the moment of the release date, Norco Sight A3 29 price was 2899$. If we compare this with the average Trail bike cost we notice that the price is 4.96% more expensive.
Sight A3 29 components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the RockShox Yari RC model. The travel on this model is 150mm. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Rear Shock
Norco Sight A3 29 bike has the RockShox Deluxe RT model installed, and has a travel of 130mm. Rear shocks offer better comfort, better traction, and better cornering. This allows for quicker riding on rough roads and trails. To sum up, get a full-suspension bike if you want the smoothest rides.
Wheels
The wheels on Sight A3 29 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, 29″ wheels will make your bike react slower to obstacles you may encounter.
Brakes
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This bike has Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Sizes
There are 3 sizes available for this model. Rider height can be anywhere between 165 cm – 198 cm (5.41 ft – 6.5 ft). In conclusion, you won’t have a problem finding one that suits you.
Dropper post
The Norco model is also equipped with a dropper post. Needless to say, a dropper post will come in handy on climbs and descends. You’ll fall in love with it at first sight!