Planet X London Road SRAM Apex 1 Disc 2020
2020 Road
Estimate price |
1,069$
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Apex 1 -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 1 × 11 -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Rough roads, tracks, trails, anywhere. This disc brake ready frameset pairs a comfortable efficient and durable alloy frame with a smooth riding carbon fork.
Suspension Fork
Selcof London Road Carbon Flat Mount 12mm Thru Fork / Satin Black
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM Apex 1 Rear Mech / 1 x 11 Speed / Long Cage
Cassette
SRAM PG1130 Cassette / 11-42T
Crank
SRAM Apex 1 GXP Chainset (No BB) / 172.5mm / 42 Tooth
Bottom Bracket
SRAM GXP XR Bottom Bracket (With Spacers) / 68/73mm
Chain
SRAM PC1110 11 Speed Chain / 116 Links
Wheels
Rims
Fulcrum Racing 900 Disc 700c Centrelock Wheelset / Front 12mm Thru / Rear 12 x 142mm / Shimano 11 Speed
Tires
Panaracer Tour 700c Wire Bead Tyre / 32mm
Brakes
Brakes
Rever Havit Flat Mount Dual-Movement Disc Caliper / Front
Brake Levers
SRAM Apex 1 Mechanical Disc Brake Lever / 11 Speed Right
Cockpit
Stem
Selcof Zeta V2 6061 Alloy Stem / 100mm / 31.8mm / 7 Degree
Handlebar
Controltech RA-540DB-6 Alloy Road Bar / Black / 42cm
Seat
Saddle
San Marco Monza Start Saddle / Black / Carbon Steel
Seatpost
Selcof Zeta V2 6061 Alloy Seatpost / 31.6mm / 350mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 480mm | 510mm | 540mm | 570mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bottom Bracket Height | 266 mm | 266 mm | 266 mm | 266 mm |
| Front Center | 593 mm | 609 mm | 630 mm | 647 mm |
| Rake | 55 mm | 55 mm | 55 mm | 55 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 515 mm | 535 mm | 555 mm | 585 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74 ° | 74 ° | 74 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 480 mm | 510 mm | 540 mm | 570 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70.5 ° | 71 ° | 71.5 ° | 72 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 120 mm | 140 mm | 160 mm | 180 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 430 mm | 430 mm | 430 mm | 430 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1018 mm | 1033 mm | 1051 mm | 1070 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 70 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
About this model
London Road SRAM Apex 1 Disc completes the Planetx London model. 16 bikes variations carry this model name so far.
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.
General Road bikes average price
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable General Road bike is 1915$. However, even though the average price of a General Road bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
This bike was released in 2020 and its price was 972$. If we compare this with the average General Road bike cost we notice that the price is 97.02% smaller.
Overview of components
Fork material
The fork on this bike is made out of carbon, so, its weight is considerably lighter than one made out of steel. However, they cost a bit more than steel forks.
Wheels size
As for the wheels, Planet X London Road SRAM Apex 1 Disc 2020, has a 700c aluminum model. These are the most popular wheels for road, aero, gravel, cyclocross, race, and gravel bikes. However, while they give you great speed and control, these wheels are not so bump-friendly.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The London Road SRAM Apex 1 Disc has Mechanical Disc brakes. They are much easier to maintain than hydraulic disk brakes. However, with hydraulic disk brakes, you have the ultimate braking power!