Bike details
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category
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Frame Aluminum
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Wheels 700c
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Groupset Tiagra, Shimano
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Suspension Rigid
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Drivetrain 2 × 10
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Brakes Mechanical Disc
Parts list
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Threshold X6 Double Butted w/Smooth Welds
Suspension Fork
Carbon Bladed w/Tapered Alloy Steer - Disc
Rear Shock
N/A
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Tiagra RD-4601 SS
Front Derailleur
Shimano Tiagra FD-4600
Shift Levers
Shift Casing - Matte Black
Cassette
Shimano CS-4600 12-30T 10 speed
Crank
Shimano FC-R460 46/34T - Black
Bottom Bracket
Shimano HollowTech II
Chain
Shimano Tiagra CN-4601 10speed
Chain Tensioner
N/A
Pedals
N/A
Wheels
Front Hub
Alloy disc hub - Black
Rear Hub
Alloy cassette disc hub - Black
Rims
WTB SX17 Disc 32H - Black w/Neon Green
Tires
Continental Cyclocross Speed 35c - Folding
Brakes
Brakes
Hayes CX Comp Mech Disc w/160mm rotor
Brake Levers
Shimano Tiagra ST-4600
Disk Rotors
N/A
Cockpit
Stem
Norco - Black w/Green
Handlebar
Norco Compact - Black w/Green
Grips
Norco Wrap - Dark Blue
Headset
Cane Creek 10-Series w/9mm Top Cover
Seat
Saddle
Norco Cross Race - Black
Seatpost
Norco 27.2mm Alloy - Black w/Green
Fit data
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 48cm | 50cm | 53cm | 55.5cm | 58cm | 60.5cm |
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| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.43 mm | 1.44 mm | 1.46 mm | 1.47 mm | 1.49 mm | 1.5 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 282.5 mm | 282.5 mm | 282.5 mm | 282.5 mm | 282.5 mm | 282.5 mm |
| Front Center | 585 mm | 589 mm | 593 mm | 601 mm | 613 mm | 626 mm |
| Rake | 45 mm | 44 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 44 mm |
| Trail | 77 mm | 75 mm | 67 mm | 63 mm | 61 mm | 60 mm |
| Stack | 518 mm | 529 mm | 547 mm | 564 mm | 584 mm | 604 mm |
| Reach | 362 mm | 367 mm | 374 mm | 384 mm | 393 mm | 402 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 502.5 mm | 515 mm | 532.5 mm | 550 mm | 567.5 mm | 585 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 75 ° | 74.5 ° | 74 ° | 73.75 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.25 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 480 mm | 505 mm | 530 mm | 555 mm | 580 mm | 605 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70 ° | 70.5 ° | 71.5 ° | 72.25 ° | 72.5 ° | 72.75 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 105 mm | 115 mm | 130 mm | 145 mm | 165 mm | 185 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 420 mm | 420 mm | 420 mm | 420 mm | 420 mm | 420 mm |
| Wheelbase | 995 mm | 999 mm | 1003 mm | 1011 mm | 1024 mm | 1036 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 67 mm | 67 mm | 67 mm | 67 mm | 67 mm | 67 mm |
| Standover Height | 744 mm | 760 mm | 779 mm | 799 mm | 820 mm | 841 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
Model Overview
Threshold A2 is part of the Norco Threshold model. Norco launched 58 bikes of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2015, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
Norco Threshold A3 2015 is the cheapest bike model and costs 825$. Norco Threshold SL Dura-Ace Di2 2015 is the most expensive one and costs 7500$.
Safety
When cycling always take safety very seriously. Wear a helmet, obey the traffic rules and wear hi-vis clothes. In short, take care of yourself so others can take care of you.
Average price for Cyclocross bikes
If you want an acceptable Cyclocross bike you should know that the average price is 2012$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Cyclocross bike. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
When Norco released this model in 2015, its price was 1170$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Threshold A2 price is 71.97% lower than the average cost of a Cyclocross bike.
Threshold A2 components
Fork material
Threshold A2 has a carbon fork, so, it won’t add up to much weight to your bike. However, the price you have to pay for a carbon fork is considerably higher.
Wheels
The wheels on Threshold A2 are the 700c aluminum type. There is no doubt, that 700c wheels are very popular on all road bike models. However, these wheels don’t perform so well when passing over obstacles.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Threshold A2 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!
