planetx Planet X London Road SRAM Apex 1 Disc 2022
2022 Road
Estimate price |
1,083$
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame aluminium -
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
Rough roads, tracks, trails, anywhere. This disc brake ready frameset pairs a comfortable efficient and durable alloy frame with a smooth riding carbon fork.
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 6061 Alloy Stem / 100mm / 31.8mm / 7 Degree
Handlebar
Selcof Zeta V2 Alloy Road Bar / 42cm
Seat
Saddle
San Marco Monza Start Saddle / Black / Carbon Steel
Seatpost
Selcof Zeta 6061 Alloy Seatpost / 27.2mm / 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 |
Model Overview
London Road SRAM Apex 1 Disc belongs to the Planetx London model. Planet X launched 16 bikes of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Planetx London bikes models from 2022, here.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Planet X London Road SRAM Apex 1 2022 has a starting price of 850$. Planet X London Road Titanium SRAM Rival 1 2022 on the other hand is the most expensive at 2188$.
Safety
Your safety is a top priority so always wear a helmet when you ride your bike. Moreover, wear the right clothing. You want to be visible to other drivers, so avoid wearing dark clothing.
General Road bikes average price
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable General Road bike is 1915$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great General Road bike. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
At the moment of the release date, Planet X London Road SRAM Apex 1 Disc price was 972$. Comparing this to the average General Road bike price, we see that the price is 97.02% lower.
London Road SRAM Apex 1 Disc components
Fork material
The fork is made out of carbon, 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
When leaving the production line, the London Road SRAM Apex 1 Disc model has 700c aluminum wheels. These wheels are the most used kind for road bikes in general. 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 London Road SRAM Apex 1 Disc comes with Mechanical Disc brakes. They deliver good performance and cost less than hydraulic disk brakes. However, they don’t have the stopping power of hydraulic brakes.