Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 26" -
Travel Front 75mm -
Fork SunTour
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Groupset Tourney, Shimano -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 3 × 7 -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Specialized Myka A1 Premium Aluminum, Women's Recreational XC Geometry and tubesets, forged dropouts w/ replaceable alloy hanger
Suspension Fork
SR Suntour M3020 26"", custom women's coil/MCU spring, steel steerer, preload adj. 1pc. alloy V-brake only lower, 25.4mm steel stanchions, mini boot seals, 75mm travel
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Tourney, 7-speed
Front Derailleur
Shimano Tourney, 7-speed, 34.9mm clamp, low-mount, top-swing, dual-pull
Shift Levers
Shimano ST-EF51, 7-speed trigger, integrated brake lever, w/ optical display
Cassette
Shimano, 7-speed, 14-34
Crank
Alloy, square taper, w/ chainguard
Bottom Bracket
Square taper, cartridge bearings, 68mm shell
Chain
KMC X8
Pedals
Composite platform, w/ reflectors, 9/16""
Wheels
Front Hub
V-brake, alloy, sealed, loose ball, steel axle, QR, 32h
Rear Hub
V-brake, alloy, sealed, loose ball, steel axle, QR, 32h
Rims
V-brake 26"", alloy double-wall, CNC braking surface, 25mm, pin joint, 32h
Spokes
Stainless, 14g (2.0mm)
Tires
Specialized Fast Trak Sport, 26x2.0"", wire bead, 40TPI
Brakes
Brakes
Die-cast, alloy V-brake, 60mm 1pc. pad, linear pull
Brake Levers
Included w/ shifter
Cockpit
Stem
Specialized alloy, 4-bolt clamp, 10-degree rise, 25.4mm, anti-corrosion hardware
Handlebar
Specialized riser bar, Hi-Ten steel, 620mm/640mm wide, 8-degree backsweep, 25.4mm
Grips
Specialized Women's Myka, dual-density, Kraton
Headset
1-1/8"" threadless, loose ball
Seat
Saddle
Specialized Body Geometry Riva Plus Women's, steel rails, 155mm
Seatpost
Alloy, 2-bolt, 12.5mm offset, 30.9mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 13" | 15" | 17" | 19" |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.57 mm | 1.48 mm | 1.55 mm | 1.51 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 300 mm | 300 mm | 300 mm | 300 mm |
| Front Center | 604 mm | 624 mm | 646 mm | 665 mm |
| Rake | 40 mm | 40 mm | 39 mm | 39 mm |
| Trail | 86 mm | 86 mm | 87 mm | 87 mm |
| Stack | 564 mm | 564 mm | 602 mm | 611 mm |
| Reach | 360 mm | 380 mm | 388 mm | 405 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 523 mm | 543 mm | 573 mm | 593 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74 ° | 74 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 330 mm | 381 mm | 432 mm | 483 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 69.5 ° | 69.5 ° | 69.5 ° | 69.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 100 mm | 120 mm | 130 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 424 mm | 424 mm | 424 mm | 424 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1025 mm | 1045 mm | 1067 mm | 1087 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 36 mm | 36 mm | 36 mm | 36 mm |
| Standover Height | 648 mm | 686 mm | 723 mm | 760 mm |
| Wheels | 26" | 26" | 26" | 26" |
About this model
Myka 26 completes the Specialized Myka model. There are 48 bikes that carry this model name. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2014, by clicking on this link.
Safety
When you go for a ride, don’t forget to put your helmet on. Moreover, ride with traffic, not against it. This will help you stay visible to drivers and also makes it easier for them to see you.
Crosscountry bikes average price
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Crosscountry bike that is reliable 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 short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
Myka 26 components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the SunTour model. The travel on this model is 75mm. 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.
Fork material
The fork is made out of aluminum, 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 Myka 26 2014, has a 26″ aluminum model. The 26″ wheels are lighter than the 27.5 or 29″ wheels. However, they are less forgiving when riding over obstacles such as bumps and roots.
Brakes
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This bike has Rim brakes. Rim brakes deliver an average performance overall. However, they have problems in wet conditions.