Polygon RUDGE 3 2019
2019 BMX
Estimate price |
349$
Weight | 12.53 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Steel -
Wheels 20" -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain Single Speed -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
HI-TEN STEEL, FREESTYLE BMX
Suspension Fork
HI-TEN STEEL RIGID FORK
Rear Shock
-
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
-
Shift Levers
-
Cassette
14T
Crank
SAMOX CR-MO CRANK 25T, 170MM
Bottom Bracket
SAMOX, SEALED BEARING
Chain
KMC C-410
Wheels
Rims
ALLOY RIMS WITH STEEL HUB
Tires
PERFORMANCE TIRE, 20”X1.95”
Brakes
Brakes
TEKTRO 907A, U-BRAKE
Cockpit
Stem
ALLOY, 50MM
Handlebar
STEEL, 710MM
Seat
Saddle
POLYGON SADDLE, STEEL RAIL
Seatpost
STEEL, 25.4X200MM
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 8? |
|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 0.9 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 300 mm |
| Front Center | 549 mm |
| Rake | 55 mm |
| Stack | 357 mm |
| Reach | 397 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 521 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 71 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 209 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 74.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 336 mm |
| Wheelbase | 881 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 40 mm |
| Standover Height | 512 mm |
| Wheels | 20" |
| Rider Min Height | 120 cm |
About this model
RUDGE 3 belongs to the Polygon Rudge model. Polygon released 8 bikes variations of this model so far.
Safety
Your safety should be the top priority when you go for a ride. In short, make sure that you always use a helmet, high visibility clothing, and proper lights when riding at night-time.
Average price for BMX bikes
If you want to purchase a solid BMX bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 348$. However, even though the average price of a BMX bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality bike. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2019 for 349$. Comparing the average cost of a BMX bike to this one, you will see that RUDGE 3 price is 0.29% higher.
BMX bikes average weight
BMX bikes have an average weight of 10.54 kg (23.24 lbs). Having an easier bike than average will give you a great advantage on climbs. However, a heavier bike will gain more speed on descends.
Weighing 12.53 kg (27.62 lbs), the RUDGE 3 model is much heavier than average. In short, the average BMX bike weight is 18.88% lower than this one.
Overview of components
Fork material
RUDGE 3 has a steel fork, which tends to be more flexible than carbon forks in general. However, a carbon fork is considerably lighter.
Wheels size
When it comes to wheels, the RUDGE 3 bike is equipped with the 20″ aluminum model. The 20″ wheels are a good fit for folding bikes, BMX, or children bikes. In conclusion, you can use them better on-road, and less on technical terrain.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Polygon RUDGE 3 is equipped with Rim brakes. Rim brakes are cheaper than hydraulic brakes, and also easier to maintain. However, you could spend a little extra and get a bike that has hydraulic brakes.