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2024 Boardman

SLR 8.9 Disc

A carbon frame race bike with upper mid-range components and shimano 105 hydraulic disc brakes.
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Manufacturer Price

£1,750($2,347)
Weight20.7 lbs  
FrameCarbon
ForkCarbon
Wheels700c Aluminum
Drivetrain2 × 11
Groupset105
BrakesShimano 105 Hydraulic Disc
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Terrain
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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)

39 mph

SLR 8.9 Disc

40 mph

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Highest gear

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Spec Level

Based on build material and quality level of the frame, fork, wheelset, groupset, suspension system, and more.

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Sizing
SM

5'6" – 5'11"

MD

5'9" – 6'1"

LG

5'11" – 6'3"

XL

6'1" – 6'5"

Rider Fit Notes
  • 5'10", size MD, Just right
Reviews
road.cc
Boardman SLR 9.6 Disc

Apr 2023 · Stu Kerton

Not the most exciting ride, but great for travelling fast in comfort

Highs
  • Comfortable ride

  • Good value

  • Good spec for the money

Lows
  • Bit of fork flex possible

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BikeRadar
Boardman SLR 8.9 review

Jul 2021 · Simon Withers

Carbon frame and Shimano 105 in a quality all-round package

Highs
  • Carbon frame and fork and largely Shimano 105 components at a bargain price

Lows
  • Basic wheels

  • Non Shimano brakes

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Cyclist
Boardman SLR 8.8 road bike review

Jan 2021 · Paul Norman

The Boardman SLR 8.8's well thought-out spec leads to a ride that surpasses its budget pricetag

Highs
  • Looks and rides like a much pricier bike

  • Well-considered component spec

Lows
  • A bit heavier than more expensive models

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Geometry
Specs
Build
Frame

C7 Carbon Disc - Aero-Optimised

BB StandardBB86/BB92, Press Fit

Fork

C7 Carbon Disc with tapered steerer

Bottom Bracket

Shimano Press Fit

Headset

FSA Orbit C-40 ACB, 1 1/8” - 1.5” Tapered, Integrated.

Stem

Boardman Alloy, 31.8mm clamp

Handlebar

Boardman Alloy, 31.8mm clamp, 70mm reach, 120mm drop

Saddle

Boardman SLR

Seatpost

Boardman Alloy, 27.2mm

TypeRigid

Pedals

Toe strap road, 9/16”

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

Shimano 105 R7000 11 speed

Front Derailleur

Shimano 105 braze- on

Crank

Shimano 105 R7000 50-34

Shifters

Shimano 105 2x11

Cassette

Shimano CS-R7000 11 speed, 11-30

Chain

KMC X11

Brakes

Front: Shimano 105 Hydraulic Disc Brake - 160mm Rotor, Rear: Shimano 105 Hydraulic Disc Brake - 160mm Rotor

TypeShimano 105 Hydraulic Disc

Wheels
Rims

Boardman Tubeless Ready 28h front & rear

Spokes

Double Butted Stainless Steel, Radial front, 2X rear

Front Hub

Formula 100mm x12mm Front / 142mmx12mm Rear

Rear Hub

Formula 100mm x12mm Front / 142mmx12mm Rear

Tires

Vittoria Rubino Pro G2.0 folding, 700x28c

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