Niner RLT 9 Steel Rival 1 Jenson USA Exclusive Build Orange 47
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.
function easyE() { var iceCube = document.getElementById(“goodDay”); iceCube.classList.add(“prod-tab-selected”); var bReal = document.getElementById(“greenThumb”); bReal.classList.remove(“prod-tab-selected”); } function snoopDogg() { var iceCube = document.getElementById(“greenThumb”); iceCube.classList.add(“prod-tab-selected”); var bReal = document.getElementById(“goodDay”); bReal.classList.remove(“prod-tab-selected”); } NINER RLT 9 STEEL RIVAL 1 JENSON USA EXCLUSIVE BUILDTRAVERSING THE ROAD LESS TRAVELEDGravel riding has become incredibly popular in recent years. A gravel bike allows you to ride on the road and keep riding when the pavement ends and the dirt begins. For those who prefer the road less traveled, there is the Niner RLT 9 Steel. The RLT 9 Steel is the multi-tool of the bike world. You’re able to ride dirt trails, gravel trails, or asphalt. It features a Reynolds 853 steel frame that is lightweight and incredibly durable, a PF30 bottom bracket shell, front and rear fender mounts, and a rear rack mount so you can carry extra gear for longer rides. The RLT 9 Steel uses thru-axles on the front and rear so you’ll have stiff and predictable steering and handling on and off-road. It also has two water bottle mounts on the inside of the frame triangle of every frame size, even the smaller frames.This Jenson USA Exclusive build comes expertly spec’d with a SRAM Rival 1 1×11-speed drivetrain. This drivetrain performs excellently in a wide variety of terrain and comes with a cassette that has an ultra-wide 11-42T gear range. SRAM Rival hydraulic disc brakes provide excellent stopping power so you can descend with confidence. DT Swiss rims are paired with Kenda Alluvium tires that can be set up tubeless for a smoother ride, better traction, and fewer flats.FeaturesSRAM Rival 1 drivetrain performs well in a wide variety of terrainRival hydraulic disc brakes provide confidence-inspiring stopping powerReynolds 853 steel frame provides a comfortable ride everywhere you goTubeless-ready rims and tires for a smoother ride, better traction, and fewer flatsRack and fender mounts so you can easily transform it into a daily commuter or touring bikeSPECIFICATIONSFrameReynolds 853 SteelForkCarbon FiberHeadset-ShiftersSRAM Rival 1Front DerailleurNopeRear DerailleurSRAM Rival 1CranksetSRAM Rival 1, 42TBottom BracketSRAM GXP, PF30 AdapterChainSRAM PC1130, 11-SpeedCassetteSRAM PG-1130, 11-42TBrakesSRAM Rival 1 Flat MountWheelsetDT Swiss 533D Rims, Deore M610 HubsTiresKenda Alluvium Pro GCT, 700 x 40cHandlebarSalsa Cowbell DropStemDimension 31.8mm StemGrips/Bar TapeZevlin Z-Attack Bar Tape, 2.5mm ThickSeatpostSalsa Guide Seatpost, 27.2mmSeatclampIntegratedSaddleSDG Radar SaddleIntended UseGravel, Commuter, TouringNote: Components are subject to change without notice.METRICINCHSize475053565962A: Seat Tube Length470500530560590620B: Effective Top Tube510525545565585605C: Stack543558579597615636D: Reach365367375384398406E: BB Height——F: BB Drop757575757575G: Head Tube Length110125145165185205H: Head Tube Angle70 Adeg70.5 Adeg71 Adeg71.5 Adeg72 Adeg72.5 AdegI: Seat Tube Angle74.5 Adeg74 Adeg73.5 Adeg73 Adeg73 Adeg72.5 AdegJ: Standover Height735757781809835860K: Chainstay Length435435435435435435L: Wheelbase100810151025103810531062Size475053565962A: Seat Tube Length18.519.720.922.023.224.4B: Effective Top Tube20.120.721.522.223.023.8C: Stack21.422.022.823.524.225.0D: Reach14.414.414.815.115.716.0E: BB Height——F: BB Drop3.03.03.03.03.03.0G: Head Tube Length4.34.95.76.57.38.1H: Head Tube Angle70.0 Adeg70.5 Adeg71.0 Adeg71.5 Adeg72.0 Adeg72.5 AdegI: Seat Tube Angle74.5 Adeg74.0 Adeg73.5 Adeg73.0 Adeg73.0 Adeg72.5 AdegJ: Standover Height28.929.830.731.932.933.9K: Chainstay Length17.117.117.117.117.117.1L: Wheelbase39.740.040.440.941.541.8 | Niner RLT 9 Steel Rival 1 Jenson USA Exclusive Build Orange, 47
| Merchant ID | 48350 |
|---|---|
| Merchant | |
| Brand |
Reviews
There are no reviews yet.