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An aluminum frame cyclocross bike with upper mid-range components and sram rival hydraulic disc brakes.
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| Weight | 8.9 kg |
|---|---|
| Frame | Aluminum |
| Fork | Carbon |
| Wheels | 650b / 700c Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 11 |
| Groupset | Rival |
| Brakes | SRAM Rival Hydraulic Disc |
156cm – 166cm
163cm – 174cm
171cm – 182cm
179cm – 189cm
185cm – 195cm
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Sept 2023 · Clifford Lee
Cyclocross season is upon us. Do you need a dedicated cyclocross race bike? We put the Bombtrack Tension C to the test.
Lightweight frame (claimed 1060g for size S)
Race-ready out of the box with SRAM Force 1 groupset
Quick steering and lively feel on smooth surfaces
Damps vibration reasonably well
Ample tire clearance for a cyclocross race bike (37mm stated, fits 42mm)
Higher bottom bracket aids pedal clearance over obstacles
Includes a 36-tooth cassette cog for easier gearing
Solid wheelset (Hunt 4 Season) that is easy to set up tubeless
Front wheel gets deflected on bumpy terrain
Narrower tires require adaptation on rough trails
Bottom bracket height may cause pedal strikes on steep ride-ups if speed is not optimal
Lower bottom bracket would inspire more confidence in tight turns
SRAM Double-Tap shifting mechanism not the reviewer's personal favorite
Hunt 4 Season wheelset is a bit heavy

Jan 2019 · Staff
Bombtrack refocused their CX line-up with the 2019 Tension, reminding us again that often times a cross bike can be the most versatile in your bike quiver!
| Frame | 6061-T6 double butted aluminium, TA, rack / fender mounts, 86.5 mm BB T47 shell BB Standard: T47, Threaded Tire Clearance: 37c (27.5″) / 37c (700c) Color: Glossy Grey / Green |
|---|---|
| Fork | full carbon, TA, 1.1/2'' - 1.1/8'', fender mounts |
| Bottom Bracket | BOMBTRACK T47 internal sealed BB for 30 mm spindle |
| Headset | Sealed integrated aheadset, 1.1/2'' - 1.1/8'' |
| Stem | RITCHEY COMP 4-AXIS 44 aluminium stem, -6° |
| Handlebar | RITCHEY ROAD COMP STREEM III drop bar, 31.8 mm, 5° backsweep |
| Saddle | BOMBTRACK DART saddle |
| Seatpost | RITCHEY COMP 2-BOLT aluminium seatpost 27.2 mm x 300 mm Type: Rigid |
| Pedals | - |
| Grips | BOMBTRACK COMMAND bar tape |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM RIVAL 1, clutch, long cage |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | - |
| Crank | BOMBTRACK LYER forged aluminium crank, direct mount interface, (SRAM compatible),30 mm spindle |
| Shifters | SRAM RIVAL 1 double tap 1 x 11 |
| Cassette | SRAM PG-1130 11-speed, 11 - 36 T |
| Chain | KMC X11 EPT Anti Rust chain, 1/2'' x 11/128'', 114L |
| Brakes | SRAM RIVAL flat mount hydraulic disc brakes with 140 mm rotors Type: SRAM Rival Hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | Front: HUNT 4 SEASON double wall asymmetric rim, TLC, i19, 24h, Rear: HUNT 4 SEASON double wall asymmetric rim, TLC, i19, 24h |
|---|---|
| Front Hub | HUNT 4 SEASON V2 sealed hub, 6-bolt disc |
| Rear Hub | HUNT 4 SEASON V2 sealed hub, 11-speed, 6-bolt disc |
| Tires | Front: XS - S VEE TIRE XCX 120 TPI TLR 32-584 /, M - XL CHALLENGE GRIFO TLR 33-622, tubeless ready, Rear: XS - S VEE TIRE XCX 120 TPI TLR 32-584 /, M - XL CHALLENGE GRIFO TLR 33-622, tubeless ready |
| Lights | - |
|---|---|
| Fenders | - |
| Racks | - |
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Last updated 4 February
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