Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 26" -
Travel Front 63mm -
Fork SunTour NEX
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Groupset Acera, Shimano -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 3 × 8 -
Brakes Rim
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
158cm - 171cm
MD
168cm - 180cm
LG
178cm - 189cm
XL
186cm - 199cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Globe A1 Premium Aluminum, ground control geometry, 26"" comfort frame, formed tubes w/ integrated kickstand mount, forged dropouts w/ replaceable hanger
Suspension Fork
SR Suntour NEX-4110-26, 63mm travel, 1pc. alloy lower, Hi-Ten stanchions and steerer, coil/mcu w/ preload adjust, spring assisted seals
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Acera, 8-speed
Front Derailleur
Shimano FD-C050, 31.8mm clamp, top swing, dual pull
Shift Levers
Shimano SL-MC40, 8-speed, Rapid Fire
Cassette
SRAM PG-820, 8-speed, 11-32t
Crank
Shimano FC-M191, w/ chainguard
Bottom Bracket
Cartridge bearing, square spindle with crank stop right side and capless bolts
Chain
KMC Z8, w/ reusable Missing Link
Pedals
Comfort pedal, composite body w/rubber top, sealed loose ball bearings
Wheels
Front Hub
Forged alloy, double sealed, ground race, QR
Rear Hub
Forged alloy, double sealed, ground race, cassette, QR, 32h
Rims
Globe 26"", double wall, CNC sidewalls, 32h
Spokes
1.8mm (15g) stainless
Tires
Specialized Hemisphere Armadillo, 26x1.95"", 60TPI, wire bead
Brakes
Brakes
Alloy linear pull, 1pc. pad
Brake Levers
Alloy 4-finger, kraton lever pad, for Rapid Fire shifter
Cockpit
Stem
Ground control, 4-bolt, alloy head/Cr-Mo quill, 25.4mm clamp
Handlebar
Aluminum Comfort riser bar, 25.4mm, 60mm rise, 620mm wide, 15 degree back sweep, 5 degree up
Headset
1-1/8"" threaded, sealed loose ball bearings
Seat
Saddle
Comfort Plus with dual density foam and springs for extra comfort
Seatpost
Alloy suspension, 2-bolt head, 27.2mm w/ 3.8mm spring
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front Center | 630 mm | 644 mm | 665 mm | 679 mm |
| Rake | 40 mm | 40 mm | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Trail | 89 mm | 89 mm | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 614 mm | 629 mm | 644 mm | 659 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 67 ° | 67 ° | 67.5 ° | 67.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 370 mm | 425 mm | 480 mm | 535 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 68.5 ° | 68.5 ° | 68.5 ° | 68.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 160 mm | 180 mm | 200 mm | 220 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 504 mm | 504 mm | 504 mm | 504 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1136 mm | 1142 mm | 1163 mm | 1177 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 59 mm | 59 mm | 59 mm | 59 mm |
| Standover Height | 705 mm | 751 mm | 794 mm | 836 mm |
| Wheels | 26" | 26" | 26" | 26" |
| Rider Min Height | 158 cm | 168 cm | 178 cm | 186 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 171 cm | 180 cm | 189 cm | 199 cm |
Model Overview
Carmel 5 is a Specialized Carmel model. 16 bikes variations carry this model name so far. Check out the entire range from 2010 of this model, by clicking 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.
Average price for Comfort bikes
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Comfort bike 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.
Carmel 5 components
Fork
The Carmel 5 comes factory-installed with the SunTour NEX fork. This has a travel range of 63mm. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. To sum up, when buying a bicycle, make sure you get a fork that is capable of delivering decent travel.
Fork material
The fork is made out of aluminum, which is a lighter material. However, it is not as tough, nor durable as steel is.
Wheels
When leaving the production line, the Carmel 5 model has 26″ aluminum wheels. The 26″ wheels are lighter than the 27.5 or 29″ wheels. However, they provide less traction than 29″ wheels do.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Specialized Carmel 5 is equipped with Rim brakes. Rim brakes deliver an average performance overall. However, you could spend a little extra and get a bike that has hydraulic brakes.
Sizes
This bike is available in 4 sizes. They vary from 158 cm – 199 cm (5.18 ft – 6.53 ft). In short, you can easily find one that suits you.