Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Tiagra -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 2 × 11 -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Helium SLA, Tripple Butted Hydroformed Superlight 6005-601 Alloy
Suspension Fork
Helium SLA, 30T-24T HM Unidirectional Carbon
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Tiagra
Front Derailleur
Shimano Tiagra
Shift Levers
Shimano Tiagra
Cassette
Shimano Tiagra 11-32
Crank
Shimano Tiagra 50-34
Chain
KMC 11sp
Wheels
Rims
Forza RC31
Tires
Vittoria Zaffiro wire
Brakes
Brakes
Forza Stratos
Cockpit
Stem
Forza Stratos
Handlebar
Forza Stratos
Seat
Saddle
Forza Stratos
Seatpost
Forza Stratos
Model Overview
Helium SLA – Tiagra is a Ridley Helium model. Ridley launched 66 bikes of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Ridley Helium bikes models from 2019, here.
Model range prices
Ridley Helium SLA – Tiagra 2019 is the cheapest bike model and costs 1379$. Ridley Helium SLX – Red Etap (Dreambuilder) 2019 is the most expensive one and costs 9170$.
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.
Race bikes average price
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Race bike is 3350$. However, you could also get a good Race bike even if you pay a lower amount than the average price. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 1379$. If we compare this with the average Race bike cost we notice that the price is 142.93% lower.
Helium SLA – Tiagra components
Fork material
Helium SLA – Tiagra has a carbon fork, so, its weight is considerably lighter than one made out of steel. However, they cost a bit more than steel forks.
Wheels size
When leaving the production line, the Helium SLA – Tiagra model has 700c aluminum wheels. 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
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Helium SLA – Tiagra comes with Rim brakes. Rim brakes deliver an average performance overall. However, they are not nearly as effective as hydraulic brakes are.
Sizes
Ridley Helium SLA – Tiagra 2019 is available in one size only. In short, make sure you double-check if it fits you.