Whyte GLENCOE v2 2020
2020 Road
Estimate price |
1,760$
Weight | 11 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 650b -
Groupset Apex 1 -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 1 × 11 -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
6061 Alloy, Hydro Formed T6 Aluminium, Multi Butted, SCR, Tapered Head Tube, Custom Drawn, Chainstay Flat Mount 160mm Disc Mount, DOX Cable Routing
Suspension Fork
Whyte Straight Bladed 6061 Alloy, Tapered Alloy Steerer, Internal Cable Routing, Flat Mount Dropouts, 12mm x 100mm Stealth Through Axle, Eyelets for Mudguards
Rear Shock
N/A
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM Apex 1, Long Cage, 11 Speed
Front Derailleur
N/A
Shift Levers
SRAM Apex 1, Mechanical, 11 Speed
Cassette
SunRace CSMS8, 11-42, 11 Speed
Crank
Whyte, Forged Cranks, Direct Mount 44T Narrow Wide Chainring, 11 Speed
Bottom Bracket
Shimano SM-BB52, 68mm
Chain
SunRace CN11, Black, 11 Speed
Pedals
None
Wheels
Front Hub
Alloy, Double Sealed Cartridge Bearings, 12mm x 100mm Through Axle, Centre-Lock, 32 Hole
Rear Hub
Alloy, Double Sealed Cartridge Bearings, 12mm x 142mm Through Axle, Centre-lock, 32 Hole
Rims
WTB ST i25 TCS 2.0 System, Pinned Joint, Tubeless Ready, 32 Hole
Spokes
DT Swiss Champion 2.0mm, Black Stainless, Brass Nipples
Tires
WTB Horizon TCS System 650b x 47c, Light/Fast, Tan Sidewall, Dual DNA Compound, Lightweight Tubeless Casing
Brakes
Brakes
TRP HyRd Hydraulic, 160mm Rotor, Flat Mount, Linear Outer Cables with Kevlar Reinforcement, Internal Routing
Brake Levers
SRAM Apex 1, Mechanical
Cockpit
Stem
Whyte Alloy, +-7° Rise, 50cm 60mm, 52cm 70mm, 54cm 80mm, 56/58cm 90mm Extension
Handlebar
Whyte Road 500, 31.8mm, 500mm Wide
Grips
Whyte Anti Slip, Cross Bar Tape
Headset
FSA No. 42, Integrated Road, 1 1/2" Lower and 1 1/8" Upper Sealed Cartridge Bearings
Seat
Saddle
Whyte Custom, Light Weight Triple Density Base, Triple Panel Design
Seatpost
Whyte 6061 Alloy, 20mm Offset, 27.2mm x 350mm, 2 Bolt Clamp
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 50cm | 52cm | 54cm | 56cm | 58cm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.42 mm | 1.44 mm | 1.39 mm | 1.41 mm | 1.4 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 270 mm | 270 mm | 270 mm | mm | 270 mm |
| Stack | 561 mm | 575 mm | 589 mm | 603 mm | 618 mm |
| Reach | 394 mm | 398.4 mm | 423 mm | 428 mm | 443 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 555 mm | 564 mm | 593 mm | 602 mm | 621 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74 ° | 74 ° | 74 ° | 74 ° | 74 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 500 mm | 520 mm | 540 mm | 560 mm | 580 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 130 mm | 145 mm | 160 mm | 175 mm | 190 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 423 mm | 423 mm | 423 mm | 423 mm | 423 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1038 mm | 1048 mm | 1078 mm | 1088 mm | 1108 mm |
| Standover Height | 774 mm | 795 mm | 812 mm | 827 mm | 848 mm |
| Wheels | 650 | 650 | 650 | 650 | 650 |
Model Overview
GLENCOE v2 is part of the Whyte Glencoe model. There are 6 bikes that carry this model name.
Safety
Your safety should be the top priority when you go for a ride. In short, make sure that you always use a helmet, high visibility clothing, and proper lights when riding at night-time.
Average price for Gravel bikes
If you want an acceptable Gravel bike you should know that the average price is 2462$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Gravel bike. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 1580$. Comparing this to the average Gravel bike price, we see that the price is 55.82% lower.
Gravel bikes average weight
On a deeper look, we notice that the average weight of a Gravel bike is 8.13 kg (17.92 lbs). Having an easier bike than average will give you a great advantage on climbs. However, a heavier bike will gain more speed on descends.
Weighing 11 kg (24.25 lbs), the GLENCOE v2 model is much heavier than average. In conclusion, the average Gravel bike weighs 35.3% less than GLENCOE v2.
Internal Cable Routing
Moreover, this bike comes with internal cable routing allowing you to keep the cables in a good condition. It also makes it look more professional.
Overview of components
Fork material
GLENCOE v2 has an aluminum fork, so there won’t be much extra weight added to the bike. However, they are not so stiff as carbon forks are.
Wheels
The wheels on GLENCOE v2 are the aluminum type. The 650b wheels are very similar to 700c, with a slight difference in diameter. However, if you want higher speeds, you should look for a bike with 700c wheels.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Whyte GLENCOE v2 is equipped with Mechanical Disc brakes. They are much easier to maintain than hydraulic disk brakes. However, performance-wise there is room for improvement.