Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Fork SunTour
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Groupset Tourney, Shimano -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 3 × 8 -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
158cm - 171cm
MD
168cm - 180cm
LG
178cm - 189cm
XL
186cm - 199cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Norco Storm, Aluminum, 9x135mm QR Dropouts
Suspension Fork
Suntour XCE28, 100mm Travel, 9x100mm QR
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Tourney RD-TX800, 8 Speed
Front Derailleur
Shimano Tourney FD-TX710, 3 Speed
Shift Levers
Rear: Shimano ST-EF500, Easy-Fire, 8 Speed, Front: Shimano ST-EF500, Easy-Fire, 3 Speed
Cassette
CS-M5008, 11-34T, 8 Speed
Crank
Shimano TY301, 170mm (XXS/XS/S) | 175mm (M/L/XL), 42/34/24T
Bottom Bracket
Cartridge BB, Threaded BSA 73mm
Chain
KMC Z7, 8 Speed
Pedals
Steel Cage Pedal
Wheels
Front Hub
Joytech D041DSE Alloy Disc QR
Rear Hub
Joytech D142TSE Disc, 10x135mm QR
Rims
WTB SX19, 32 Hole, 19mm Internal Width
Tires
WTB Starflight, 2.25"
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro MD-M280, 2 Piston Mechanical Disc, 160mm Rotor
Brake Levers
Shimano EF500 Tourney Lever/Shifter Combo
Cockpit
Stem
Alloy 60mm x 31.8
Handlebar
X6 Alloy 720mm x 31.8
Grips
Norco, Black
Headset
Zero Stack Headset
Seat
Saddle
Norco XC Saddle
Seatpost
Norco Alloy, 31.6mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.69 mm | 1.62 mm | 1.56 mm | 1.51 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 303 mm | 308 mm | 308 mm | 308 mm |
| Front Center | 654 mm | 678 mm | 700 | 722 mm |
| Rake | 46 mm | 45 mm | 47 mm | 47 mm |
| Trail | 92 mm | 92 mm | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Stack | 640 mm | 650 | 660 mm | 671 mm |
| Reach | 379 mm | 401 mm | 422 mm | 443 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 578 mm | 608 mm | 638 mm | 668 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 72.8 ° | 72.4 ° | 72 ° | 71.6 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 430 mm | 470 mm | 510 mm | 550 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 69.3 ° | 69.5 ° | 69.8 ° | 70 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 115 mm | 130 mm | 140 mm | 150 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 446 mm | 446 mm | 446 mm | 446 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1091 mm | 1116 mm | 1139 mm | 1161 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 68 mm | 63 mm | 63 mm | 63 mm |
| Standover Height | 742 mm | 788 mm | 794 mm | 805 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 158 cm | 168 cm | 178 cm | 186 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 171 cm | 180 cm | 189 cm | 199 cm |
Model Overview
Storm 4 29 belongs to the Norco Storm model. Norco released 177 bikes variations of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Norco Storm bikes models from 2019, here.
Model range prices
Norco Storm 2.3 2019 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 349$. Norco Storm 1 27.5 2019 on the other hand costs 899$, and is the most expensive model.
Safety
Make sure you wear a helmet on every ride, and that your bike performs well. In short, this means checking the tires, brakes, and chain to make sure everything is in good working order.
Average price for Crosscountry bikes
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Crosscountry bike that is reliable is 1905$. However, even though the average price of a Crosscountry bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
When Norco released this model in 2019, its price was 529$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Storm 4 29 price is 260.11% smaller than the average cost of a Crosscountry bike.
Storm 4 29 components
Fork
The SunTour is included from the factory. It has a travel distance of 100mm. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. In conclusion, always look for a fork with decent travel when you buy a bike.
Wheels size
When it comes to wheels, the Storm 4 29 bike is equipped with the 29″ aluminum model. With 29″ wheels, bumps will feel lighter and you’ll gain more speed on descends, compared to smaller wheel-sized bikes. However, if you’re not a tall person, you might find it difficult to adapt to this wheel size.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Storm 4 29 comes with Mechanical Disc brakes. They deliver good performance and cost less than hydraulic disk brakes. However, with hydraulic disk brakes, you have the ultimate braking power!
Sizes
Norco Storm 4 29 bike has 4 sizes, in the range of 158 cm – 199 cm (5.18 ft – 6.53 ft). In short, it won’t be difficult to find the right one for you.