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2018 Norco

Valence A Sora

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

Manufacturer Price

$869
FrameAluminum
ForkCarbon
Wheels700c Aluminum
Drivetrain2 × 9
GroupsetSora
BrakesTektro Rim
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Ride Feel

Based on frame geometry and build specs.

Rider Position
relaxedaggressive
Terrain
smoothrugged
Valence A Sora
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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

Valence A Sora

39 mph

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Highest gear

(descending)

Reviews
VeloNews
Norco Valence SL Disc Ultegra

May 2017 · William Tracy

Norco's Valence blends long-ride stability with a relaxed position that’ll keep you pushing for more miles.

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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 Carbon Ultegra

Jul 2015 · Jack Elton-Walters

The Valence Carbon Ultegra is an endurance bike from Canadian brand Norco

Highs
  • Quality components

  • Fast ride feel

  • Light

Lows
  • Not very compliant on rough surfaces

  • Uncomfortable saddle

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Geometry
Specs
Build
Frame

Valence Double Butted X6 Alloy

Fork

Carbon Blades w/Alloy Steer

Bottom Bracket

Shimano HollowTech II

Headset

Sealed Cartridge ACB Integrated headset

Stem

Norco SL Alloy - Black

Handlebar

Norco Endurance - Black

Saddle

Norco Sport - Black

Seatpost

Norco Alloy 27.2mm - Black Stealth

TypeRigid

Grips

EVA Comfort Wrap w/Gel - Black

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

Shimano Sora RD-R3000-SS

Front Derailleur

Shimano Sora FD-R3000

Crank

Shimano Sora FC-R3000 50/34T - Black

Shifters

Rear: Shimano Sora ST-R3000 9spd, Front: Shimano Sora ST-R3000 2spd

Cassette

Shimano CS-HG200 9speed 11-32T

Chain

KMC X9 9spd

Brakes

Front: Tektro R315 - Black, Rear: Tektro R315 - Black

TypeTektro Rim

Brake Levers

Shimano Sora ST-R3000

Wheels
Rims

Double Wall Alloy - Black

Front Hub

Alloy Road 28h - Black

Rear Hub

Alloy Road 28h - Black

Tires

Front: Schwalbe Lugano 700x28c - Black, Rear: Schwalbe Lugano 700x28c - Black

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Last updated September 10

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