Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Fork Suntour X1
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Groupset Tourney -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 3 × 7 -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
155cm - 166cm
MD
164cm - 175cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
AL6 XC Sport 27.5” Aluminium Frame, Quick Release 9x100mm, Cartridge bearing BB
Suspension Fork
SR Suntour XCE28, 100mm Travel, 9x100mm QR
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano RD-TY300, 7-Speed
Shift Levers
Shimano Tourney ST-EF41, 3x7-Speed
Crank
Steel Crankset, 42x34x24T
Chain
KMC HV-500, 7-Speed
Pedals
Nylon Platform
Wheels
Front Hub
Alloy, 9mm Thru-Axle, 100mm spacing
Rear Hub
Alloy, 9mm Thru-Axle, 135mm spacing???????
Rims
Polygon, Alloy double wall, 20mm inner, 32H
Tires
DELI 27.5"x2.1"
Brakes
Brakes
Front: Shimano ST-EF41 Lever, Tektro MD-M280 Caliper, 160mm Rotor, Rear: Shimano ST-EF41 Lever, Tektro MD-M280 Caliper, 160mm Rotor
Cockpit
Stem
Entity Alloy, 45mm length, 31.8mm clamp???????
Handlebar
Polygon Steel, 31.8mm Clamp, 680mm wide???????
Seat
Saddle
???????
Seatpost
Entity 27.2x350mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD |
|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.54 mm | 1.48 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 298 mm | 298 mm |
| Front Center | 640 mm | 660 mm |
| Rake | 42 mm | 42 mm |
| Trail | 91 mm | 91 mm |
| Stack | 600 mm | 604 mm |
| Reach | 390 mm | 408 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 571 mm | 591 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 406 mm | 456 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 69 ° | 69 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 105 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 436 mm | 436 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1072 mm | 1092 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 47 mm | 47 mm |
| Standover Height | 705 mm | 747 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" |
| Rider Min Height | 155 cm | 164 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 166 cm | 175 cm |
About this model
Cascade 3 is a Polygon Cascade model. Polygon released 15 bikes variations of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2024, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Polygon Cascade 2 2024 has a starting price of 343$. Polygon Cascade 4 2024 on the other hand is the most expensive at 413$.
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 Crosscountry bikes
If you want to purchase a solid Crosscountry bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 1905$. However, you could also get a good Crosscountry bike even if you pay a lower amount than the average price. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
This bike was released in 2024 and its price was 381$. If we compare this with the average Crosscountry bike cost we notice that the price is 400% lower.
Cascade 3 components
Fork
This bike has the Suntour X1 fork installed. The fork’s travel is 100mm. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. To sum up, when buying a bicycle, make sure you get a fork that is capable of delivering decent travel.
Wheels
When leaving the production line, the Cascade 3 model has 27.5″ aluminum wheels. 27.5″ wheels will reach higher speeds than smaller-sized wheels. However, these wheels have a slower top speed if you compare them to 29″ wheels.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Cascade 3 comes with Mechanical Disc brakes. They are much easier to maintain than hydraulic disk brakes. However, they don’t have the stopping power of hydraulic brakes.
Sizes
Cascade 3 comes in 2 sizes, that range from 155 cm – 175 cm (5.09 ft – 5.74 ft). In conclusion, it won’t take much to find one that’s right for you.