Niner RLT 9 RDO 4-Star Bike 2020 Baja Blue/Sand 47cm

Niner RLT 9 RDO 4-Star 2020 Baja Blue Sand

Retail price: $4,200.00

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

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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 RDO 4-STAR BIKE 2020TRAVELING ON THE ROAD LESS TRAVELEDIf you’re the type of rider that likes to explore and travel on the roads less traveled, then a gravel bike might be what you want. Gravel is growing in popularity exponentially and doesn’t seem to be slowing down. The Niner RLT 9 RDO has been redesigned for 2020 and comes with a ton of new features. The carbon fiber frame is light enough and stiff enough to satisfy the most selective gravel racers and is tested to ISO mountain bike standards for strength. The frame has clearance for 700 x 50c or 650b x 2.0″ tires so you can have maximum traction everywhere you ride and the frame features 26 integrated, fixed mounting points for bottles, bags, lights, fenders, and racks so you can easily transform this into your weekend bikepacker or a daily commuter. It has full-sleeve internal routing for all cables and brake lines and is 1x, 2x, electronic, wireless, and dropper post compatible. With a revised geometry and longer wheelbase, you’ll have more stability while you’re riding offroad.The 4-Star version of the Niner RLT RDO comes with a 2×11-speed Shimano GRX800 drivetrain. This provides riders with a cassette that has an 11-34-tooth that makes climbing a little easier while not sacrificing your top-end speed. The GRX800 hydraulic disc brakes provide excellent stopping power so you can descend with confidence. Stan’s NoTubes Grail S1 wheels are paired with Schwalbe G-One EVO SS tires that roll well on the street or in the dirt. Lastly, with the Niner Carbon Seatpost, you’ll have a slightly smoother ride compared to an alloy seatpost.FeaturesRDO carbon fork with internal brake hose and dynamo hub cable routing26 integrated, fixed mounting points for bottles, bags, lights, fenders, and racksExceptional tire clearance for either 700 x 50c or 650b x 2.0″ tiresShimano GRX800 drivetrain shifts smoothly and performs excellently on and offroadShimano GRX800 hydraulic disc brakes provide confidence-inspiring stopping powerSPECIFICATIONSFrameRDO Carbon FiberForkRDO Carbon FiberHeadsetNiner Integrated, IS42/IS52ShiftersShimano GRX800 2x11Front DerailleurShimano Ultegra R8000Rear DerailleurShimano GRX800 Shadow PlusCranksetEaston EA90, 32/47TBottom BracketSRAM DUB PF30Pedals-ChainShimano HG601CassetteShimano Ultegra HG800, 11-34TBrakesShimano GRX800 HydraulicWheelsetStan’s NoTubes Grail S1TiresSchwalbe G-One EVO SS, 700x40cHandlebarEaston EA50 AXStemNinerBar TapeNiner Bar TapeSeatpostNiner Carbon Seatpost, 400mmSeatclamp-SaddleNiner Custom, CrMo RailsIntended UseGravel, Adventure, CommutingWeightTBDNote: Components are subject to change without notice.METRICINCHSize47cm50cm53cm56cm59cm62cmA: Seat Tube Length430460490520550580B: Effective Top Tube510525545565585605C: Stack535556577592613634D: Reach362366374384398405E: BB Height——F: BB Drop757575757575G: 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 Height693731754780804827K: Chainstay Length435435435435435435L: Wheelbase100010071017103010451054Suggested 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: Stack21.121.922.723.324.125.0D: Reach14.314.414.715.115.715.9E: BB Height——F: BB Drop3.03.03.03.03.03.0G: 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 Height27.328.829.730.731.732.6K: Chainstay Length17.117.117.117.117.117.1L: Wheelbase39.439.640.040.641.141.5Suggested 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 RDO 4-Star Bike 2020 Baja Blue/Sand 47cm


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