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Iron Horse Triumph 3.0 Men's Road Bike | 
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| Brand: Iron Horse
Category: Sports
Buy New: $749.99
Rating:  2 reviews
Sales Rank: 69730
ASIN: B001391PL0
Release Date: January 28, 2008
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| Features:
| • | Men's road bike with semi-compact road frame and 1-1/8-inch integrated headtube | | • | Carbon fork with alloy steerer; Selle Italia X2 saddle | | • | Shimano 2203 front and Shimano Sora rear derailleurs | | • | SRAM PG850 8-speed cassette; Shimano 2203 shifters | | • | Tektro road brakes; Vittoria Zaffiro tires |
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Product Description
This bike is ready for the open road. With a dependable Shimano triple drivetrain capable of taking you up the the biggest hills and even clipless pedals, this is a great value in a road bike. FRAME: SEMI-COMPACT ROAD FRAME W/ 1-1/8" INTEGRATED HEADTUBE FORK: CARBON W/ ALLOY STEERER HANDLEBAR: ALLOY, 31.8MM STEM: ALLOY HEADSET: INTEGRATED ALLOY BB: SEALED CARTRIGE CRANK: FSA CK-400TTT RINGS: 52/39/30T STEEL PEDALS: CRANK BROTHERS SMARTY CLIPLESS CHAIN: KMC Z-72 SADDLE: SELLE ITALIA X2 SEATPOST: ALLOY MICRO ADJUST F. HUB: ALLOY QR, 32H R. HUB: ALLOY QR, 32H F. DER: SHIMANO 2203, 31.8mm CLAMP R. DER: SHIMANO SORA SHIFTER: SHIMANO 2203 CASSETTE: SRAM PG850, 12/26T, 8SPEED BRAKES: TEKTRO ROAD, R356V BRAKE LEVER: SHIMANO 2203 RIM: WTB FREEDOM FR-01 SPOKE: 14G STAINLESS TIRES: VITTORIA ZAFFIRO, 700X25 SIZES: 47CM, 50CM, 52CM, 54CM, 56CM, 58CM, 61CM COLOR: SATIN GRAY
Amazon.com Product Description
With a dependable Shimano triple drivetrain capable of taking you up the highest hills, the Iron Horse Triumph 3.0 men's road bike is ready for the open highway. The Triumph 3.0 offers such features as a semi-compact road frame, a carbon fork with an alloy steerer, clipless pedals, a Selle Italia X2 saddle, a Shimano Sora rear derailleur with Shimano 2203 shifters, and Vittoria Zaffiro tires. p bSpecifications:/bbr ul liFrame: Semi-compact road frame with 1-1/8-inch integrated headtube liRear shock: N/A liFork: Carbon with alloy steerer liHandlebar: Alloy, 31.8mm liStem: Alloy liHeadset: Integrated alloy liBB: Sealed cartridge liCrank: FSA CK-400TTT liRings: 52/39/30T steel liPedals: Crank Brothers Smarty clipless liChain: KMC Z-72 liSaddle: Selle Italia X2 liSeat post: Alloy micro adjust liFront hub: Alloy QR, 32H liRear hub: Alloy QR, 32H liFront derailleur: Shimano 2203, 31.8mm clamp liRear derailleur: Shimano Sora liShifter: Shimano 2203 liCassette: SRAM PG850, 12/26T, 8 speed liBrakes: Tektro road, R356V liBrake lever: Shimano 2203 liRim: WTB Freedom FR-01 liSpokes: 14G stainless liTires: Vittoria Zaffiro, 700 x 25C liColors: Gray satin liWeight: 23.4 pounds /ulp strongfont color=CC6600BIGAmazon.com Bicycle Buying Guide/BIG/font/strongbrbr strongFinding the Right Bike/strongbr To really enjoy cycling, it's important to find a bicycle that works for you. Here are some things to keep in mind when you're in the market for a new bike:p strongThe Right Ride/strongbr In general, bikes are broken down into three major categories:ul listrongRoad and Racing Bikes/strong--As a general rule, road and racing are built for speed and longer distances on paved surfaces. Thinner tires, lightweight 29-inch (700c) wheels, and drop bars that allow for a more aerodynamic position are the norm. Most road bikes, regardless of price, offer many gears for tackling both hilly and flat terrain. listrongMountain Bikes/strong--With their larger tires, hill-friendly gearing, and upright position, mountain bikes are very popular for all types of riding, both on pavement and off. Mountain bikes that are designed specifically for rugged trail use typically feature a suspension fork. Some may have rear suspension, as well. A quick change of the tires on any mountain bike--even one that you use regularly on trails--adds to its versatility and makes it a worthy street machine. listrongComfort/Cruiser Bikes/strong--For tooling around on bike paths, light trails, or for cruising a quiet beach-side lane, comfort/cruiser bikes are the ticket. With a super-relaxed riding position, padded seats, and limited or no gearing, these bikes are made for enjoying the scenery and having fun with the family. /ulp strongThe Right Price/strongbr A bike's price boils down to three essentials: frame materials, bike weight, and component quality and durability.ul listrongEntry-level/strong--You'll find a wide range of comfort and cruiser bikes in this category, as well as some lower-end mountain bikes and road bikes. Most will have steel frames and components that are designed to last for several years with frequent use. listrongMid-range/strong--Bikes in this range may feature a lighter aluminum frame with mid-range components that keep performing after miles of use. If you're looking for a quality bike that is relatively lightweight and will stand up to abuse, this is the "sweet spot." Most serious commuter and touring bikes fall into this category, as do mid-range mountain bikes with a decent front suspension. listrongHigh-end/strong--Racers and serious enthusiasts who expect lightweight, high-performance components will want to stick to this category. For road bikes, exotic frame materials (carbon fiber, titanium) and ultralightweight components can add thousands to the price tag. Mountain bikes in this class often feature advanced front and rear suspension technology, as well as components designed to handle lots of rugged trail action./ulp strongThe Right Size/strongbr Fit is crucial for comfort, control, and proper power and endurance on a bike. Here are some basic bike fit tips:ul listrongStand-over Height/strong--To find out if a bike's overall height fits your body, measure your inseam. Next, determine how much clearance you'll need between your crotch and the top tube of the bike. For a mountain bike, you'll want three to five inches of clearance. A road bike should offer between one and two inches of clearance, while a commuter bike should have two to four inches. Compare the stand-over height for a given bike to your measurements (inseam + clearance) to determine the right bike height. listrongTop Tube Length/strong--You can measure your torso to get a good estimate of proper top tube length. First, make a fist and extend your arm. Measure from the center of your fist to the end of your collarbone (the part that intersects your shoulder). Next, measure your torso by placing a book against your crotch with the spine facing up. Measure from the spine to the bottom of your throat (the spot between your collarbones). Finally, add the two measurements (arm length + torso length), divide the number in half, and subtract six inches. This is your approximate top tube length. Compare this number to a bike's posted top tube length. You can allow for about two inches longer or shorter, as most bikes can be adjusted via stem length/height and saddle fore/aft position to make fine adjustments to the fit. listrongBikes for Women/strong--Proportionally, women tend to have a shorter torso and longer legs than men. Bike makers design women's bikes that offer a shorter top tube and many comfort/cruiser bikes built for women may also provide more stand-over clearance. /ulp strongThe Right Accessories/strongbr When you make a bike purchase, don't forget these crucial add-ons:ul liHelmet (this is a must!) liSeat pack liLock liHydration pack, or water bottle and bottle cage liSpare tubes liPortable bike pump liGloves /ulp
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| Customer Reviews:
 Good Bike, Great Price September 16, 2008
Matthew J. Stank (Honolulu, HI)
This bike deserves 5 stars not because it is an awesome road bike; it deserves 5 stars because it is a good road bike at an awesome price. I got it at around $430 and it has been worth every penny. If you are looking to get in to road biking and want an overall good bike (quality parts, light-weight, great look) this is the one for you. Expect to get an old (5-10 years) bike of similar quality for a comparable price. Just don't forget to get clipless shoes if you don't already have a pair, as it comes standard with clipless pedals.
 Great bang for the buck August 22, 2008
Benjamin Chiang (Irvine, CA)
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
This is a great buy if you can get it for about $450 like I did. The fork is part carbon, part alum. Overall the manuals are vague and are of no help. The bike came almost fully assembled. Just put the front wheel in, attach the front brake cable, put the handle bar in, adjust the seat and screw in the pedals and you're good to go. Assembly should take no more than an hour for a novice. Overall you'll find this bike is a lot lighter for bikes that cost about the same. I thought Iron Horse only specialized in mountain bikes...but their road bikes are good too. Strong frame just like their mountain bikes.
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