Triban RC 120 Road Bike, – Microshift 2021
2021 Road
Estimate price |
574$
Weight | 10.9 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Suspension Rigid -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Comfort-oriented frame geometry with a higher steering socket and a shorter top tube that offers a more upright position than a classic road frame. 6061 T6 aluminium sloping frame with semi-integrated headset.Frame weight, size M: 1830 g.
Suspension Fork
Carbon fork that is more lightweight and offers more precise directional control. Aheadset 1"1/8 head tube that provides great strength and rigidity to the steering assembly.Inserts in the fork to fit a pannier rack. Maximum load on the fork: 9 kg
Drivetrain
Cassette
Microshift 11 x 34 cassette (11/13/15/18/21/24/28/34) Shimano Tourney double chainring 50/34 bottom bracket. Cranks: XS, S, M: 170 mm.L, XL: 175mm Bottom bracket with integrated bearing
Pedals
Hybrid platform pedals.
Wheels
Rims
Triban 700 wheels Aero 28 hubs
Tires
Triban Protect 700 x 28 tyres. Anti-puncture protection Supple carcass for low weight Max pressure: 8 bar /116 psi. 48mm Triban inner tube with Presta valve
Brakes
Brakes
Aluminium brake levers equipped with cartridge brake pads for increased braking efficiency.
Model Overview
RC 120 Road Bike, – Microshift belongs to the Triban Rc model. There are 35 bikes that carry this model name. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2021, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
TRIBAN RC 100 Road Bike 2021 is the cheapest bike model and costs 364$. TRIBAN RC 520 Gravel Riding Bike 2021 is the most expensive one and costs 1215$.
Safety
When cycling always take safety very seriously. Wear a helmet, obey the traffic rules and wear hi-vis clothes. In short, take care of yourself so others can take care of you.
Average price for Endurance bikes
If you want an acceptable Endurance bike you should know that the average price is 2346$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on an Endurance bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
When TRIBAN released this model in 2021, its price was 522$. If we compare this with the average Endurance bike cost we notice that the price is 349.43% lower.
Average weight for Endurance bikes
Endurance bikes have an average weight of 8.2 kg (18.08 lbs). You will have a greater advantage on climbs if your bike is easier than the average. On descents, however, a heavier bike will give you extra speed.
RC 120 Road Bike, – Microshift weighs 10.9 kg (24.03 lbs) and is much heavier than the average. In other words, this model is 32.93% heavier than the average Endurance bike.
Overview of components
Fork material
When it comes to the fork, this bike has a carbon one, so, it’s a great addition to the bike’s value. However, carbon forks should be regularly inspected for damage because even the smallest crack could cause the fork to fall apart.
Wheels
As for the wheels, TRIBAN RC 120 Road Bike, – Microshift 2021, has a 700c aluminum model. There is no doubt, that 700c wheels are very popular on all road bike models. However, while they give you great speed and control, these wheels are not so bump-friendly.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. TRIBAN RC 120 Road Bike, – Microshift has Rim brakes installed. Rim brakes are cheaper than hydraulic brakes, and also easier to maintain. However, they are not nearly as effective as hydraulic brakes are.
Sizes
This bike has one size only, so it might not fit you. In short, make sure you double-check if it fits you.