Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Nexus -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain Internally Geared Hub -
Brakes Rim
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
158cm - 170cm
MD
168cm - 179cm
LG
176cm - 187cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Specialized A1 Premium Aluminum Step Through, w/ fender/rack braze-ons, integrated kickstand mount
Suspension Fork
Steel, classic design, w/ accessory mounting eyelets
Drivetrain
Shift Levers
Shimano Nexus Revo-Shift, 3-speed
Cassette
Shimano Nexus, 19T
Crank
Forged alloy, press-on spider
Bottom Bracket
Square taper, cartridge bearings, 68mm
Chain
KMC Z510X, 1/2""x1/8"", anti-rust finish, w/ 3 pc. connector
Pedals
Comfort, composite body w/ rubber top, sealed loose ball bearings
Wheels
Front Hub
Double-sealed, QR, 32h
Rear Hub
Shimano Nexus, 3-speed internal, 32h
Rims
700c, alloy double-wall, CNC sidewalls, pin joint, 24mm, 32h
Spokes
Stainless, 14g
Tires
Specialized Infinity, 30TPI, wire bead, Flak Jacket protection,700x38c
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro, caliper, dual pivot, tooled reach adjust
Brake Levers
Die-cast alloy, caliper pull
Cockpit
Stem
Ahead, forged alloy, 2-bolt, 15-degree rise
Handlebar
Priest City, riser bar, alloy, 61-degree backsweep, 75mm rise, 25.4mm
Headset
1-1/8"" Ahead, loose ball, cold-forged Cr-Mo cups
Seat
Saddle
Classic Women's, steel rails, 190mm
Seatpost
Alloy, 2-bolt, micro-adjust, 12.5mm offset, 27.2mm, anti-corrosion hardware
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.794 mm | 1.813 mm | 1.772 mm |
| Front Center | 627 mm | 625 mm | 622 mm |
| Rake | 60 mm | 60 mm | 51 mm |
| Trail | 62 mm | 56 mm | 56 mm |
| Stack | 635 mm | 649 mm | 668 mm |
| Reach | 354 mm | 358 mm | 377 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 560 mm | 575 mm | 600 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 72 ° | 71.5 ° | 71.5 ° |
| Head Tube Angle | 70 ° | 71 ° | 72.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 215 mm | 225 mm | 235 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 441 mm | 441 mm | 441 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1059 mm | 1056 mm | 1054 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 70 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm |
| Standover Height | 528 mm | 526 mm | 526 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 |
| Rider Min Height | 158 cm | 168 cm | 176 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 170 cm | 179 cm | 187 cm |
About this model
Daily Step Through is part of the Specialized Daily model. Specialized released 16 bikes variations of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all Specialized Daily bikes models from 2015, by clicking here.
Safety
Make sure you wear a helmet on every ride, and that your bike performs well. In short, this means checking the tires, brakes, and chain to make sure everything is in good working order.
Average price for Commuter bikes
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Commuter bike is 762$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Commuter bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
Overview of components
Fork material
Daily Step Through has a steel fork, which tends to be more flexible than carbon forks in general. However, a carbon fork is considerably lighter.
Wheels
As for the wheels, Specialized Daily Step Through 2015, has a 700c aluminum model. These are the most popular wheels for road, aero, gravel, cyclocross, race, and gravel bikes. However, these wheels don’t perform so well when passing over obstacles.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Specialized Daily Step Through has Rim brakes installed. 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 3 sizes. They vary from 158 cm – 187 cm (5.18 ft – 6.14 ft). In conclusion, you won’t have a problem finding one that suits you.