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A-Matrix 26

A 26″ aluminum frame road youth bike with modest components and tektro rim brakes.
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Weight26.2 lbs  
FrameAluminum
SuspensionHardtail, 80mm
Wheels26″ Aluminum
Drivetrain1 × 8
GroupsetAcera
BrakesTektro Rim
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Ride Feel

Based on frame geometry and build specs.

Rider Position
relaxedaggressive
A-Matrix 26
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Gearing

A bike with lower gearing will be easier to ride up steep hills, while a higher top end means it will pedal faster down hills.

Lowest gear

(climbing)

23 mph

A-Matrix 26

Highest gear

(descending)

Sizing
13"

4'3" – 5'0"

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Geometry
Specs
Build
Frame

alloy 26"

Colors: - / Black / Orange; White / Silver / Red; Silver-Matt / Lime

Fork

ZOOM 26 (80 mm)

Travel: 80mm

Stem

alloy

Handlebar

alloy, rise 20 mm, 620 mm

Saddle

AUTHOR Racer

Seatpost

alloy (27.2)

Type: Rigid

Pedals

plastic

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

SHIMANO Acera

Crank

PROWHEEL, 32 teeth, 152 mm cranks

Shifters

SHIMANO Acera (8)

Cassette

SHIMANO CS-HG400-8, 11-40 teeth (8)

Chain

KMC Z8.3

Brakes

TEKTRO V

Type: Tektro Rim

Wheels
Rims

AUTHOR Argon 26, 28 holes

Spokes

black stainless steel 1.8 mm

Front Hub

QUANDO, 28 holes

Rear Hub

QUANDO, 28 holes

Tires

KENDA Aptor 26" x 1.95"

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First added December 6

Last updated May 30