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Threshold A 105
An aluminum frame cyclocross bike with upper mid-range components and hayes mechanical disc brakes.
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$1,310| Frame | Aluminum |
|---|---|
| Fork | Carbon |
| Wheels | 700c Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 2 × 11 |
| Groupset | 105, Tiagra |
| Brakes | Hayes Mechanical Disc |
Summary
The Norco Threshold is a well-regarded cyclocross bike, praised for its race-ready design, versatility, and solid performance across various terrains. It offers a stiff and responsive ride, excellent power transfer, and good mud clearance, making it a favorite among both beginners and seasoned racers. While it excels in speed and efficiency, some reviews note limitations in tire performance and fork stiffness.
Purpose-built for cyclocross racing
Excellent power transfer
Good mud clearance
Versatile for various riding styles
Solid value for money
Tires underperform in wet conditions
Fork stiffness issues
Limited gear range for steep terrains
The Norco Threshold SL CX1 is a race bike. Everything about it is fast and efficient at the expense of versatility and creature comforts.
BikerumorOut of the box, no upgrades are immediately needed which can’t be said for all stock bikes.
Canadian Cycling MagazineVery well-specced race machine that's a good value privateer package
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Oct 2016 · Caitlin Giddings
This aluminum cyclocross bike is ready to help you crush your first race—or grow with you as you advance
Feb 2016 · Tyler Benedict
With so many cyclocross bikes being built (or marketed, anyway) to handle everything from gravel to adventure, while still being ready come race day, it’s refreshing to see something purpose built. It’s also a very nice excuse to add one more bike to the quiver if you’re really into ‘cross. The Norco Threshold SL is such …
Nov 2015 · Dave Atkinson
Very well-specced race machine that's a good value privateer package
Oct 2014 · Brad Hunter
Norco Threshold 105 tears up the ’cross course, and then some
Jul 2014 · Cyclocross Magazine
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| Frame | Threshold X6 Double Butted Aluminum - Disc |
|---|---|
| Fork | Threshold Mid-Mod Full Carbon - TA Disc |
| Shock | N/A |
| Bottom Bracket | Shimano HollowTech II |
| Headset | N/A |
| Stem | Norco - Black Stealth |
| Handlebar | Norco Compact - Black Stealth |
| Saddle | Norco Cross Race w/Chromo Rails - Black |
| Seatpost | Norco 27.2mm - Black Stealth Type: Rigid |
| Pedals | N/A |
| Grips | Norco Anti-Slip Shockproof Gel - Black |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano 105 RD-5800-SS 11spd - Black |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | Shimano 105 FD-5800 |
| Crank | Shimano FC-RS500 11spd - 46/36T |
| Shifters | Shift Housing w/Sealed End Caps - Matte Black |
| Cassette | Shimano 105 CS-5800 11-28T 11 speed |
| Chain | Shimano CN-HG600-11 11speed |
| Chain Tensioner | N/A |
| Brakes | Front: Hayes CX Expert Mech Disc w/160mm rotor, Rear: Hayes CX Expert Mech Disc w/160mm rotor Type: Hayes Mechanical Disc |
| Brake Levers | Shimano 105 ST-5800 |
| Rims | WTB SX19 Disc 28H - Black w/Orange |
|---|---|
| Front Hub | N/A |
| Rear Hub | Alloy 10x135mm QR Disc 28h - Black |
| Tires | N/A |
| Disc Rotors | N/A |
First added July 10
Last updated July 10
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