Polygon Relic Evo 24 inch 2021
2021 Mountain
Estimate price |
569$
Weight | 12.9 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame aluminium -
Wheels 24" -
Travel Front 80mm -
Fork Suntour
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Groupset Shimano, Altus -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 1 × 9 -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
AL6 Alutech Alloy, Youth-Specific Design, 24” Wheels, IS Seatstay Disc Mount, 135mm Dropouts
Suspension Fork
Suntour XCE28 80mm Travel, Alloy Crown & Lower, Coil Spring with Preload Adjuster, Straight 1-1/8" Steerer, QR x 100mm
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano RD-M2000 SGS Direct Attach, 9-Speed
Shift Levers
Shimano SL-M2010 Altus, 1x9 Speed Trigger
Cassette
MicroShift CS-H092 11-36T, 9-Speed
Crank
Prowheel 30T, 152mm
Bottom Bracket
Cartridge Bearing, 68x122.5mm
Chain
KMC X9
Pedals
Standard Flat Pedal (Included)
Wheels
Front Hub
Alloy 32H QR 6-Bolt
Rear Hub
Alloy 32H QR 6-Bolt
Rims
Alloy, Double-Wall, Disc Specific, 32H
Spokes
Stainless Steel Spokes
Tires
Vee 24 x 2.25"
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro TS-325A/MD-M280, Mechanical Disc, 160mm Rotors
Cockpit
Stem
Entity, Alloy, 45mm, Bar Bore: 31.8mm
Handlebar
Entity, Alloy, 620mm
Headset
Zero Stack (ZS) Cartridge Bearing, 44/28.6 | 44/30
Seat
Saddle
Entity
Seatpost
Entity, 27.2x350mm, 15mm Offset, Alloy
About this model
Relic Evo 24 inch completes the Polygon Relic model. 14 bikes variations carry this model name so far. Take a sneak peek at all Polygon Relic bikes models from 2021, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Polygon Relic 20 2021 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 399$. On the other hand, Polygon Relic 26 2021, is the most expensive and costs 589$.
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.
Crosscountry bikes average price
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Crosscountry bike is 1905$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Crosscountry bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
When Polygon released this model in 2021, its price was 569$. In conclusion, this bike price is 234.8% smaller than the price of the average Crosscountry bike.
Crosscountry bikes average weight
On a deeper look, we notice that the average weight of a Crosscountry bike is 12.4 kg (27.34 lbs). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
Polygon Relic Evo 24 inch it’s weighing 12.9 kg (28.44 lbs). At this weight, is slightly heavier than average. To sum up, it’s 4.03% heavier than the average weight of Crosscountry bikes.
Overview of components
Fork
Polygon Relic Evo 24 inch 2021 bike is equipped with the Suntour fork, and has 80mm travel. 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.
Fork material
The fork is made out of aluminum, which doesn’t add too much extra weight to the bike. However, it is not so stiff as steel or carbon forks are.
Wheels
As for the wheels, Polygon Relic Evo 24 inch 2021, has a 24″ aluminum model. The 24″ wheels are a good fit for folding bikes, BMX, or children bikes. In conclusion, they are great for flat ground or very easy trails.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The Relic Evo 24 inch has 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.
Sizes
This bike has one size only, so it might not fit you. In conclusion, double-check its size to make sure it’s a good fit for you.