Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Travel Front 63mm -
Fork SunTour NEX
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Groupset Acera, Shimano -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 3 × 8 -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Globe A1 Premium Aluminum, ground control geometry, 700c comfort frame, formed tubes w/ integrated kickstand mount, forged dropouts w/ replaceable 98954020 hanger
Suspension Fork
SR Suntour NEX-4110-700, 63mm, 1pc. alloy lower, Hi-Ten stanchions and steerer, coil/mcu w/ preload adj. spring assisted seals
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Acera
Front Derailleur
Shimano FD-C102, 31.8mm clamp, top swing, dual pull
Shift Levers
Shimano SL-MC40, 8-speed, rapid fire
Cassette
Shimano HG-40, 8-speed, 11-32t
Crank
Shimano FCM-151 w/ chainguard
Bottom Bracket
FSA BB-7420, cartridge bearings, 68mm x 122.5mm for 47.5mm chain line
Chain
KMC X8 w/ reuseable Missing Link
Pedals
Composit comfort pedal w/ Kraton top
Wheels
Front Hub
Specialized, forged alloy, double sealed, polished races, 32h, steel QR
Rear Hub
Specialized, forged alloy, double sealed, ground race, cassette, QR, 32h
Rims
Specialized Globe, 700c, 32h, double wall w/ machine sidewalls, 32h
Spokes
1.8mm (15g) stainless
Tires
Specialized Hemisphere, 700x1.95"", 60TPI, wire bead, Armadillo casing
Brakes
Brakes
Alloy linear pull w/ adj. housing, 1pc. pad
Brake Levers
Tektro alloy 4-finger, kraton lever pad, for rapid fire shifter
Cockpit
Stem
Globe ground control, 4-bolt, alloy head/Cr-Mo quill, 25.4mm clamp
Handlebar
Globe comfort riser bar, 25.4mm, 40mm rise, 620mm wide, 15 degree back sweep, 5 degree up
Grips
Men's Body Geometry Comfort w/ integrated bell, closed end, 132mm
Headset
Specialized 1-1/8"" threaded, loose ball
Seat
Saddle
Specialized Comfort Plus w/ springs
Seatpost
Alloy suspension, 27.2mm, two bolt head w/ preload adjust
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | MD | LG | WS | WM | SM | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 0.67 mm | 0.75 mm | 0.6 mm | 0.71 mm | 0.6 mm | 0.86 mm |
| Stack | 409 mm | 473 mm | 361 mm | 435 mm | 361 mm | 549 mm |
| Reach | 613 mm | 628 mm | 598 mm | 613 mm | 598 mm | 638 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 89 ° | ° | 89 ° | 89 ° | 89 ° | ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 500 mm | 500 mm | 500 mm | 500 mm | 500 mm | 500 mm |
| Head Tube Length | 170 mm | 170 mm | 170 mm | 170 mm | 170 mm | 170 mm |
| Wheelbase | 618 mm | 618 mm | 618 mm | 618 mm | 618 mm | 618 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 69 mm | 69 mm | 69 mm | 69 mm | 69 mm | 69 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
About this model
Globe Carmel 3 700c belongs to the Specialized Globe model. Specialized released 22 bikes variations of this model so far. Check out the entire range from 2009 of this model, by clicking this link.
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, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Commuter 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
Specialized Globe Carmel 3 700c 2009 bike is equipped with the SunTour NEX fork, and has 63mm travel. 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
When it comes to the fork, this bike has an aluminum one, so there won’t be much extra weight added to the bike. However, they are not so stiff as carbon forks are.
Wheels size
As for the wheels, Specialized Globe Carmel 3 700c 2009, 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
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The Globe Carmel 3 700c has Rim brakes. Rim brakes are cheaper than hydraulic brakes, and also easier to maintain. However, they are not nearly as effective as hydraulic brakes are.