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 XCM HLO
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Groupset Acera -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 3 × 9 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Blast A7, 6061-T6 Alloy
Suspension Fork
SR Suntour XCM-HLO, 100mm, Lock-out
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Acera 9s, Shadow
Front Derailleur
Shimano Acera 3s
Shift Levers
Shimano Acera
Cassette
Shimano CS-HG200-9, 11-34
Crank
Shimano Acera, 40/30/22
Chain
KMC X9
Wheels
Rims
4ZA XCD
Tires
Continental X-King 27.5x2.2 wire
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano M396, F160/R160
Brake Levers
Shimano Acera
Cockpit
Stem
4ZA
Handlebar
4ZA
Seat
Saddle
4ZA
Seatpost
4ZA
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
About this model
Blast 27.5″ ACERA is a Ridley Blast model. Ridley released 17 bikes variations of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2017, by clicking on this link.
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.
Crosscountry bikes average price
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Crosscountry bike is 1905$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Crosscountry 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.
Overview of components
Fork
This bike has the SunTour XCM HLO fork installed. The fork’s travel is 100mm. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Wheels size
When it comes to wheels, the Blast 27.5″ ACERA bike is equipped with the 27.5″ aluminum model. The 27.5″ wheels are a great choice for smaller riders. However, these wheels have a slower top speed if you compare them to 29″ wheels.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Ridley Blast 27.5″ ACERA has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.