Blending comfort and speed, our Novara Express® bike offers all the agility and efficiency of a road bike with an upright, comfortable riding position.
Wheel Size
700c
Number of Gears
27 gear(s)
- 6061 aluminum frame is strong and stiff, supplying quick acceleration and efficient power transfer; shaped seatstays and top tube enhance comfort and performance
- Fork boasts a tapered alloy steerer with a 1-piece alloy crown for strength and stiffness where it counts; carbon legs help damp road vibrations and reduce weight
- Flat handlebar positions the rider upright, thereby reducing the stress to hands, neck and back while also improving heads-up visibility
- Bar ends help you stand over the pedals to power up steep ascents; platform pedals with toe cages let you wear everyday shoes while helping keep feet positioned on pedals
- Shimano triple crankset and 9-speed cassette provide 27 gears to handle any grade
- Shimano trigger shifters and derailleurs offer smooth, precise and dependable shifts
- Linear-pull brakes ensure easy speed management
- Shimano hubs are laced onto Weinmann rims and outfitted with puncture-resistant, smooth-rolling and reflective Vittoria Randonneur tires for all-around riding
- Frame features eyelets for fenders or a rear rack (sold separately) for easy utilitarian upgrading
- Replaceable rear derailleur hanger help extends the usable life of the frame
- NOTE: Specs and images are subject to change based on component availability
Imported.
This bike comes with Coast to Coast Support, which includes:
New bikes go through a normal break-in period, after which they should be readjusted. All bicycles sold at REI include free adjustments for one year after purchase date—as many times as you need. Included: derailleur and brake adjustments, lateral wheel truing, hub and headset bearing adjustments, tire inflation and chain lubrication. Not included: replacement or installation of new components or accessories, any other services. Call your local REI Co-op Bike Shop for more information.
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- Free tubes with purchase of flat tire repair (Co-op Cycles brand tubes only; tube must be installed at time of purchase)
New bikes go through a normal break-in period, after which they should be readjusted. All bicycles sold at REI include free adjustments for one year after purchase date—as many times as you need. Included: derailleur and brake adjustments, lateral wheel truing, hub and headset bearing adjustments, tire inflation and chain lubrication. Not included: replacement or installation of new components or accessories, any other services. Call your local REI Co-op Bike Shop for more information.
| Best Use | Bike Commuting |
|---|---|
| Frame | 6061 aluminum |
| Fork | Novara carbon |
| Crankset | Shimano Alivio, 48/36/26 |
| Bottom Bracket | Shimano cartridge |
| Shifters | Shimano Alivio |
| Front Derailleur | Shimano Alivio |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano Deore |
| Rear Cogs | SRAM PG-950 11-28, 9-speed |
| Number of Gears | 27 gear(s) |
| Brake Type | Rim |
| Brakes | Shimano BR-R450 |
| Brake Levers | Shimano |
| Rims | Weinmann DA19 |
| Front Hub | Shimano HB-2200-L, 32h |
| Rear Hub | Shimano HB-2200-L, 32h |
| Wheel Size | 700c |
| Tires | DONNELLY Strada LGG, 700x28 |
| Handlebar Shape | Flat Bar |
| Handlebar | Novara Alloy |
| Stem | Novara Alloy |
| Seat Post | Novara Alloy |
| Saddle | Selle San Marco Ischia |
| Pedals | Platform with toe cages |
| Headset | Tapered 1 1/8 / 1 1/4 cartridge |
| Chain | KMC Z99 |
| Weight | 22.35 pounds |
| Bike Weight | Bike weight is based on median size, as sold, or the average of two median sizes. |
| Gender | Unisex |