Polygon ZENITH ACTIVE i3 2021
2021 Urban
Estimate price |
709$
Weight | 15 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 26" -
Groupset Nexus -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain Internally Geared Hub -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
AL6 COMMUTER NEXUS
Suspension Fork
HI-TEN STEEL RIGID FORK
Rear Shock
-
Drivetrain
Shift Levers
SHIMANO NEXUS SL-3S41E
Cassette
SHIMANO NEXUS 18T
Crank
ALLOY CRANK 44T, 170MM
Bottom Bracket
CARTRIDGE BEARING
Chain
KMC Z-610RB
Wheels
Rims
ARAYA TX-633 RIMS WITH SHIMANO NEXUS-3 HUB
Tires
SCHWALBE BIG BEN, 26”X2.15”
Brakes
Brakes
TEKTRO 837AL (F) SHIMANO ROLLER BRAKE BR-IM31R (R)
Cockpit
Stem
ALLOY, 100MM
Handlebar
ALLOY, 610MM
Seat
Saddle
SELLE ROYAL ONDINA, STEEL RAIL
Seatpost
ALLOY, 27.2X300MM
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD |
|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.46 mm | 1.44 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 298 mm | 298 mm |
| Front Center | 606 mm | 626 mm |
| Rake | 45 mm | 45 mm |
| Trail | 74 mm | 74 mm |
| Stack | 542 mm | 556 mm |
| Reach | 370.8 mm | 385.7 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 566 mm | 586 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 70 ° | 70 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 406 mm | 445 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 69 ° | 69 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 140 mm | 155 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 454 mm | 454 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1057 mm | 1077 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 37 mm | 37 mm |
| Standover Height | 478 mm | 482 mm |
| Wheels | 26" | 26" |
Model Overview
ZENITH ACTIVE i3 completes the Polygon Zenith model. Polygon launched 13 bikes of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2021, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
Polygon Zenith Active 3 Women’s City 2021 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 599$. Polygon ZENITH ACTIVE i3 2021 on the other hand costs 709$, and is the most expensive model.
Safety
When you go for a ride, don’t forget to put your helmet on. Moreover, ride with traffic, not against it. This will help you stay visible to drivers and also makes it easier for them to see you.
Average price for Comfort bikes
If you want an acceptable Comfort bike you should know that the average price is 360$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Comfort bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
When Polygon released this model in 2021, its price was 709$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that ZENITH ACTIVE i3 price is 96.94% more expensive than the average cost of a Comfort bike.
Comfort bikes average weight
If we make a quick analysis of the average weight of a Comfort bike, we get 15.11 kg (33.31 lbs). A lighter bike will give you some extra advantage when climbing. A heavier bike will have more speed for descents.
Weighing 15 kg (33.07 lbs), the ZENITH ACTIVE i3 model is slightly lighter than average. In short, the average Comfort bike weight is 0.73% higher than this one.
Overview of components
Fork material
ZENITH ACTIVE i3 has a steel fork, which tends to be more flexible than carbon forks in general. However, a carbon fork is considerably lighter.
Wheels size
As for the wheels, Polygon ZENITH ACTIVE i3 2021, has a 26″ aluminum model. Being a little smaller, these wheels will fit both small and tall riders. However, they provide less traction than 29″ wheels do.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Polygon ZENITH ACTIVE i3 is equipped with Rim brakes. Rim brakes deliver an average performance overall. However, they are not nearly as effective as hydraulic brakes are.