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2014 Norco

Valence A1

An aluminum frame endurance bike with upper mid-range components and shimano rim brakes.

Manufacturer Price

$1,295
FrameAluminum
ForkCarbon
Wheels700c Aluminum
Drivetrain2 × 10
Groupset105
BrakesShimano Rim
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Ride Feel

Based on frame geometry and build specs.

Rider Position
relaxedaggressive
Terrain
smoothrugged
Valence A1
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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)

36 mph

Valence A1

39 mph

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Highest gear

(descending)

Reviews
Cyclist
Norco Valence SL review

Dec 2015 · Marc Abbott

Endurance is the name but value is the game. Does the Norco Valence SL have the kit where it counts?

Highs

  • Great value

Lows

  • Poor handlebars

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road.cc
Norco Valence Tiagra

Oct 2015 · John Stevenson

Very good long-ride bike marred by poor wheels and seatpost

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BikeRadar
Norco Valence SL Ultegra review

Sep 2015 · Warren Rossiter

One of our best-loved endurance machines has gone on a diet that works

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Cycling Weekly
Norco Valence A1 Compact

Dec 2012 · Cycling Weekly

Four bikes that will help knock out the miles, all under £1,000

Highs

  • Shimano 105 groupset

  • Smooth ride

Lows

  • Looks may not be to everyone's taste

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Road Bike Action
RBA Test: Norco Valence Carbon 1

Oct 2012 · R BA

Canadian company serves up more comfort

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Geometry
Specs
Build
Frame

Valence Double Butted Alloy w/Smooth Welds

Fork

Carbon Blades w/Alloy Steer

Shock

N/A

Bottom Bracket

Shimano HollowTech II

Headset

FSA Orbit CE - ACB Integrated headset

Stem

Norco - Wet Black w/Blue

Handlebar

Ritchey Comp Curve - Black

Saddle

Selle Royal Seta S1 w/Mg Rails - Black/Blue

Seatpost

Norco Composite 27.2 - UD Carbon w/Blue

Type: Rigid

Pedals

N/A

Grips

Norco Gel Wrap - Black

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

Shimano 105 RD-5701-SS - Black

Front Derailleur

Shimano 105 FD-5700 - Black

Crank

Shimano FC-R565 50/34T - Black

Shifters

Shift casing - White

Cassette

Shimano Tiagra CS-4600 12-30T 10 speed

Chain

SRAM CN-PC1031 10speed

Chain Tensioner

N/A

Brakes

Front: Shimano BR-R451 - Black, Rear: Shimano BR-R451 - Black

Type: Shimano Rim

Brake Levers

Shimano 105 ST-5700 - Black w/Black Hoods

Wheels
Rims

Shimano WH-R501 - Black w/Blue

Front Hub

Shimano WH-R501 - Black w/Blue

Rear Hub

Shimano WH-R501 - Black w/Blue

Tires

Schwalbe Lugano 700x25c - Black

Disc Rotors

N/A

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