reid City 1.0 Commuter Bike 2022
Bike details
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame aluminium
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Wheels 700c
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Groupset Tourney, Shimano
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Suspension Rigid
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Drivetrain 3 × 7
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Brakes Rim
Recommended size guide.
SM
158cm - 171cm
MD
168cm - 180cm
LG
178cm - 189cm
XL
186cm - 199cm
Parts list
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Reid Alloy Frame
Suspension Fork
Reid Steel Rigid Fork
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Tourney TZ500
Front Derailleur
Shimano Tourney TZ30
Shift Levers
Shimano EZ-Fire integrated brake and gear levers
Cassette
Shimano 7-Speed Freewheel (14-34t)
Crank
Alloy 170mm 24/34/42T
Bottom Bracket
NECO B908 Sealed bearing
Chain
KMC Z33
Pedals
Nylon Platform 9/16" Steel Axle
Wheels
Front Hub
Alloy Standard Axle F & R
Rear Hub
Alloy Standard Axle F & R
Rims
Double Wall Alloy
Tires
700 x 38c Commuter
Brakes
Brakes
Alloy V-Brakes
Brake Levers
Shimano EZ-Fire integrated brake and gear levers
Cockpit
Stem
Alloy threadless
Handlebar
Reid Alloy 640mm wide 31.8mm Barbore
Grips
Ergonomic Rubber Black 125mm
Seat
Saddle
Reid Commuter
Seatpost
Alloy 27.2mm Micro Adjust 300mm
Fit data
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
| Rider Min Height | 158 cm | 168 cm | 178 cm | 186 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 171 cm | 180 cm | 189 cm | 199 cm |
Model Overview
City 1.0 Commuter Bike belongs to the Reid City model. 1 bike variation carries this model name so far.
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 Commuter bikes
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Commuter bike is 762$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Commuter bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
This bike was released in 2022 and its price was 286$. If we compare this with the average Commuter bike cost we notice that the price is 166.43% lower.
Average weight for Commuter bikes
On a deeper look, we notice that the average weight of a Commuter bike is 14.29 kg (31.5 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.
City 1.0 Commuter Bike weighs 14.7 kg (32.41 lbs) and is slightly heavier than the average. In other words, this model is 2.87% heavier than the average Commuter bike.
Overview of components
Fork material
The fork is made out of steel, which tends to be more flexible than carbon forks in general. However, a carbon fork is considerably lighter.
Wheels
The wheels on City 1.0 Commuter Bike are the 700c aluminum type. 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
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. REID City 1.0 Commuter Bike is equipped with Rim brakes. Slightly lighter than hydraulic brakes, rim brakes are a budget choice. However, they have problems in wet conditions.
Sizes
City 1.0 Commuter Bike comes in 4 sizes, that range from 158 cm – 199 cm (5.18 ft – 6.53 ft). In short, you can easily find one that suits you.
