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Entry level MTB 29er comparison - 2nd Part - Orbea Alma 29er H70

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Published on Thursday, 22 December 2011 06:55

Written by Luca Salvatelli

The Orbea Alma 29er H70 has a hydroformed aluminum frame, which incorporates the shape and geometry of the famous Alma carbon fiber, with the characteristic structure called 4x4 Triangle. The headset is classic. The bike is assembled with fork RockShox XC32 TK 29 100, SRAM X5 used for commands, rear derailleur, 44/33/22 crankset, Shimano Alivio front derailleur is, while the brakes are Shimano Deore, Shimano always the sprocket 11-34 and 9-speed chain. Stem, handlebar and seatpost are aluminum Orbea. The wheels assembled with Mavic rims and GEAX tires AKA XC 29. The saddle is Selle Italia X1. No standard pedals and bottle cage. So assembled, the bike has a price of around 1309 Euro. The Alma Orba, so assembled is a very good model. The frame is rigid and has an excellent balance of driving, stable and secure. Good assembly, as always distinguished by a high mix of components. Good fork.

Positive aspects
Rigidity and quality of the frame
Balance of driving
Performance

Negative Aspects
Mix of components over
No pedals and bottle cage