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Equilibrium Disc
A steel frame endurance bike with upper mid-range components and shimano 105 hydraulic disc brakes.
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£2,699($3,620)| Frame | Steel |
|---|---|
| Fork | Carbon |
| Wheels | 700c Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 2 × 11 |
| Groupset | 105 |
| Brakes | Shimano 105 Hydraulic Disc |
4'11" – 5'5"
5'2" – 5'8"
5'5" – 5'11"
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Summary
The Genesis Equilibrium is celebrated for its classic looks, versatile performance, and comfortable ride, making it an ideal choice for endurance cycling. Its Reynolds 725 steel frame offers a smooth, stable ride quality, though it's noted for being heavier than some competitors. The bike excels in long-haul rides and commuting, with a design that balances traditional aesthetics with modern endurance geometry.
Classic and timeless looks
Versatile for endurance, commuting, and light touring
Comfortable and smooth ride quality
Stable and neutral handling
Full set of mounts for racks and mudguards
Heavier than carbon and alloy competitors
Weight noticeable on climbs
Some components may not match the frame's quality
'Steel is what Genesis is known for,'
Cyclist'The ride quality is good too, with the chassis offering enough stiffness to feel dynamic in the corners, or when quickly changing direction, yet supple enough to keep you feeling comfortable and cosseted on poor road surfaces.'
BikeRadar'Forget about weight – it's kind of irrelevant for this type of bike. If you want a comfortable, relaxing ride, from a bike that can deliver the speed when you want it, the Equilibrium is a very good choice.'
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Jan 2021 · Stu Kerton
Classic winter trainer cum mile-muncher with a stunning ride quality, thanks to its Reynolds 725 frameset
Excellent ride quality
Full set of mudguard and rack mounts
Classic looks
Brakes a little weak
Tyres a bit sketchy in the wet
Mar 2020 · Marc Abbott
Steel framed long-distance tool with more than a touch of class
Classic looks
Versatile
Comfortable
Stable
Fairly weighty
Won’t satisfy thrill seekers
Oct 2019 · Warren Rossiter
The unbranded wheelset is actually a pairing of Jalco disc rims and Formula six-bolt disc hubs, and the big tyres are a weight trade off I’m happy to accept for the ride quality, but I wish they were fitted to a lighter set of hoops to give the Equilibrium a bit more spark when the road starts to rise.. .
Lovely ride quality, great stable handling
Weight, not the best value
| Frame | Steel BB Standard: BSA, 68mm, Threaded |
|---|---|
| Fork | Genesis Carbon Road Disc |
| Bottom Bracket | Shimano SM-BBR60 |
| Headset | F17A Tapered 1 1/8 inch - 1 1/5 inch |
| Saddle | Genesis |
| Seatpost | Genesis Alloy 27.2 x 350 mm Type: Rigid |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano 105 RD-R7000 11 Speed |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | Shimano 105 FD-R7000 L |
| Shifters | Shimano 105 ST-R7020 11 Speed |
| Cassette | Shimano CS-HG700-11 11-34T |
| Chain | KMC X11 |
| Brakes | Shimano 105 BR-R7070 Hydraulic Disc Type: Shimano 105 Hydraulic Disc |
| Brake Levers | Shimano 105 ST-R7020 11 Speed |
| Rims | Jalco SR500 |
|---|---|
| Spokes | Steel 14 g |
| Front Hub | Formula Front - RX812 / Rear - RX300 |
| Rear Hub | Formula Front - RX812 / Rear - RX300 |
| Tires | WTB Exposure 700 x 30c |
First added October 21
Last updated March 4
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