2021 Boardman
SLR 8.8 Disc
An aluminum frame race bike with mid-range components and mechanical disc brakes.
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| MSRP | £875 (about $1,108) |
|---|---|
| Weight | 21.8 lbs |
| Frame | Aluminum |
| Suspension | Rigid |
| Fork | Carbon |
| Wheels | 700c Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 2 × 10 |
| Groupset | Tiagra, FSA |
| Brakes | Mechanical Disc |
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Mar 2022 · Stu Kerton
Well specced and a great ride feel from a bike that looks and feels more expensive than it is
Great value for money
Decent spec list
Easy-to-control handling
A bit weighty
Jan 2021 · Paul Norman
The Boardman SLR 8.8's well thought-out spec leads to a ride that surpasses its budget pricetag
Looks and rides like a much pricier bike
Well-considered component spec
A bit heavier than more expensive models
Jan 2021 · Warren Rossiter
Upgraded frame, downgraded price
Superbly balanced handling
Great chassis
Good components
Skinny stiff bar and stingy bar tape
Sep 2020 · Maria David
Comfort, clearance and versatility are what makes this aero, lightweight women’s carbon road bike very attractive
Responsive, efficient transmission
Generous clearance
Tyres difficult to remove
| Frame | Triple Butted 6061 X7 Aluminium with hidden welds |
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| Fork | C7 Carbon with Tapered Steerer |
| Bottom Bracket | Square Taper 68x103mm |
| Headset | FSA no.10, 1 1/8”, Semi Integrated |
| Stem | Boardman Alloy, 31.8mm clamp |
| Handlebar | Boardman Alloy, 31.8mm clamp, 75mm reach, 120mm drop |
| Saddle | Boardman SLR |
| Seatpost | Boardman Alloy, 27.2mm Type: Rigid |
| Pedals | Toe strap road, 9/16” |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano Tiagra RD-4700GS |
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| Front Derailleur | Shimano Tiagra 4700 |
| Crank | FSA Vero Compact, 50-34 |
| Shifters | Shimano Tiagra 4700 2x10 |
| Cassette | Shimano HG500, 10 speed, 11-32 |
| Chain | KMC X10 |
| Brakes | Front: Tektro MD-C511 Disc brake - Flat Mount - 160mm rotor Type: Mechanical Disc |
| Rims | Boardman SLR Tubeless Ready - 28h |
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| Front Hub | Formula DC-20 front, DC22 rear |
| Rear Hub | Formula DC-20 front, DC22 rear |
| Tires | Vittoria Rubino G2.0 700c x 28mm |
Last updated April 13