2019 BMC

ALPENCHALLENGE AC01 THREE

A 700c aluminum frame commuter bike with upper mid-range components and hydraulic disc brakes.
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MSRP$1,499
FrameAluminum
SuspensionRigid
ForkCarbon
Wheels700c Aluminum
Drivetrain1 × 11
GroupsetApex
BrakesHydraulic Disc
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Gearing

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Lowest gear

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31 mph

ALPENCHALLENGE AC01 THREE

31 mph

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Sizing
SM

< 5'7"

MD

5'5" – 5'11"

LG

5'10" – 6'4"

XL

6'2" +

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BMC Alpenchallenge AC01 Alfine 11 review

Oct 2016 · Rob Spedding

The perfect choice if you’re in a hurry to get to work. Buy if you're looking for a fast commuter bike, and one without the hassle of a chain

Highs
  • Direct and sharp handling, good looks, Gates carbon belt

Lows
  • The hub is a bit heavy, minor lagging between gear shifts

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Specs
Build
Frame

Al-13 Premium Triple-butted, Hydroformed Aluminium

Fork

Alpenchallenge 01, Full carbon

Stem

BMC LSM 02

Handlebar

BMC LSB 02

Saddle

Selle Royal Asphalt

Seatpost

BMC LSP 02

TypeRigid

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

SRAM Apex1

Crank

SRAM Apex1, 40T

Shifters

SRAM Apex1

Cassette

SRAM Apex1, 11-42T

Chain

SRAM PC-1110

Brakes

SRAM Level, G2 Cleansweep rotors (160/160) *

TypeHydraulic Disc

Wheels
Rims

DT Swiss R522D

Front Hub

SRAM Via GT

Rear Hub

SRAM Via GT

Tires

Continental Sport Contact II, 28mm

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