Niner RLT 9 2-Star 2020 Force Grey Skye
The Niner RLT bikes have some good midrange and enthusiast road bikes with some good quality componentry and some rather high prices to go with them. These cyclocross and race-oriented road bikes are a decent option, with perhaps only a few annoyances to deal with. Read full review
Niner RLT Review
Niner specializes in 29ers, hence the name. They focus on getting in some speed while also tackling some varying terrain. The RLT bikes, or Road Less Travelled bikes, are built with both on and off road cycling in mind. We took out a couple of RLTs and test rode them on the streets, gravel paths, and a couple of trails.
These bikes certainly have some great equipment, with Shimano Tiagra groupsets on their midrangers and Ultegra groupsets on their top models. Certainly for midrange and enthusiast level bikes, these bikes have what you need, and they look incredible whizzing by.
When it comes to performance, however, it’s hard to say we were fully satisfied. For the most part, these versatile cyclocross bikes do pack a punch, picking up some good speeds even with low max gearing. But, on the other hand, we didn’t dig the lack of vibration damping on gravel. If you don’t mind dealing with the buzz, this shouldn’t be a problem.
+Pros:
- Great componentry
- Look great
- Light weight
- Value for money
-Cons:
- A bit rigid for off road riding
- Lacks damping
The Verdict
An overall good range of road and off-road bikes, well suited for enthusiasts who ride often and don’t mind a bit of buzz.
The Niner RLT range is not for everyone. If you’re looking to compete, these aren’t the bikes for you, but if you just want to cruise or ride around with the kids every weekend, the mid-range models will do just fine. Serious riders may like the Ultegra models best.
// NINER RLT 2-STAR BIKE 2020TAKING THE ROAD LESS TRAVELEDMany riders enjoy the benefits of having a gravel bike. You’re able to ride the streets and continue going when the streets end and the dirt begins. Gravel bike popularity continues to grow exponentially and the Niner RLT Aluminum is taking advantage of that. The RLT aluminum frame is made from 6061 aluminum and has an RDO carbon fork with internal brake cable routing and Dynamo hub routing. The frame has clearance for 700 x 50c or 650b x 2.0″ tires. It has 26 integrated, fixed mounting points for bottles, bags, lights, fenders, and racks so you can turn this into your weekend bikepacker or your ultimate commuter. The frame is 1x, 2x, electronic, wireless, and dropper post compatible.The 2-Star version of the Niner RLT comes with a Shimano GRX400 10-speed drivetrain. With the GRX400 drivetrain, you’ll get a cassette that has an 11-34T gear range that makes climbing hills a bit easier without sacrificing your top-end speed. The GRX400 hydraulic disc brakes provide excellent stopping power and work well in the dirt and in various weather conditions. Niner’s CX Alloy wheels are paired with Schwalbe G-One Performance tires for fast rolling capabilities on hardpack dirt and on the streets.Features6061 aluminum frame with a RDO carbon fork for enhanced comfort and vibration dampeningClearance for 700 x 50c or for 650b x 2.0″ tires for maximum traction everywhere you go26 integrated, fixed mounting points for bottles, bags, lights, fenders, and racksShimano GRX400 drivetrain shifts smoothly and is incredibly reliable in the dirtGRX400 hydraulic disc brakes provide confidence-inspiring stopping powerSPECIFICATIONSFrame6061 AluminumForkRDO Carbon ForkHeadsetNiner Integrated IS42/IS52ShiftersShimano GRX400 10-SpeedFront DerailleurShimano Tiagra 4700Rear DerailleurShimano GRX400CranksetShimano Tiagra RS400, 34/50TBottom BracketPrestine PF30Pedals-ChainShimano HG54CassetteShimano HG500, 11-34TBrakesShimano GRX400WheelsetNiner CX AlloyTiresSchwalbe G-One Performance, 700x40HandlebarEaston EA50 AXStemNiner RDO StemBar TapeNiner Bar TapeSeatpostNiner Carbon, 400mmSeatclamp-SaddleNiner Custom, CrMo RailsIntended UseGravel, Adventure, CommutingWeightTBDNote: Components are subject to change without notice.METRICINCHSize47cm50cm53cm56cm59cm62cmA: Seat Tube Length430460490520550580B: Effective Top Tube510525545565585605C: Stack537558578594615636D: Reach361365374383397407E: BB Height——F: BB Drop757575707070G: Head Tube Length105125145165185205H: Head Tube Angle70 deg70.5 deg71 deg71.5 deg72 deg72.5 degI: Seat Tube Angle74.5 deg74 deg73.5 deg73 deg73 deg72.5 degJ: Standover Height705728753780805830K: Chainstay Length435435435435435435L: Wheelbase100510121023103610511060Suggested Rider HeightFrame Size47cm50cm53cm56cm59cm62cmRider Height4’11” – 5’3″ 150 – 160 cm5’2″ – 5’6″ 157 – 168 cm5’5″ – 5’9″ 165 – 175 cm5’8″ – 6’0″ 173 – 183 cm5’11” – 6’3″ 180 – 191 cm6’2″ – 6’6″ 188 – 198 cmSize47cm50cm53cm56cm59cm62cmA: Seat Tube Length16.918.119.320.521.722.8B: Effective Top Tube20.120.721.522.223.023.8C: Stack21.122.022.823.424.225.0D: Reach14.214.414.715.115.616.0E: BB Height——F: BB Drop3.03.03.02.82.82.8G: Head Tube Length4.14.95.76.57.38.1H: Head Tube Angle70.0 deg70.5 deg71.0 deg71.5 deg72.0 deg72.5 degI: Seat Tube Angle74.5 deg74.0 deg73.5 deg73.0 deg73.0 deg72.5 degJ: Standover Height27.828.729.630.731.732.7K: Chainstay Length17.117.117.117.117.117.1L: Wheelbase39.639.840.340.841.441.7Suggested Rider HeightFrame Size47cm50cm53cm56cm59cm62cmRider Height4’11” – 5’3″ 150 – 160 cm5’2″ – 5’6″ 157 – 168 cm5’5″ – 5’9″ 165 – 175 cm5’8″ – 6’0″ 173 – 183 cm5’11” – 6’3″ 180 – 191 cm6’2″ – 6’6″ 188 – 198 cm | Niner RLT 9 2-Star Bike 2020 Force Grey/Skye Blue 47cm
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