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2008 Norco NITRO-NINER vs 2008 Trek 6500 WSD

The Norco NITRO-NINER and Trek 6500 WSD are both Cross Country bikes. The Trek 6500 WSD's frame is Aluminium / Alloy. The Norco NITRO-NINER has 29" wheels, while the Trek 6500 WSD has 26" wheels. The Norco NITRO-NINER has RockShox forks. The Norco NITRO-NINER retails for $1,469 USD. The Norco NITRO-NINER comes in SM, MD, LG, XL, while the Trek 6500 WSD comes in 14", 16", 18".

  • Frameset
  • Frame Material
  • Frame
  • Fork
  • Shock
  • Motor
  • Battery
  • Wheels
  • Hubs
  • Wheels
  • Wheel Size
  • Spokes
  • Tires
  • Drivetrain
  • Chain
  • Crank
  • Bottom Bracket
  • Front Derailleur
  • Rear Derailleur
  • Shifters
  • Cassette
  • Pedals
  • Components
  • Brakeset
  • Brakeset Brand
  • Handlebar
  • Saddle
  • Seatpost
  • Stem
  • Grips
  • Headset
  • Triple butted & hydraformed al, semi integrated headtube, 29" wheel specific geometry
  • Rockshox Reba SL, Dual Air, 100mm travel, 29" wheel specific
  • WTB SpeedDisc 29er wheelset
  • WTB SpeedDisc 29er wheelset
  • 29"
  • WTB SpeedDisc 29er wheelset
  • Kenda Small Block 8, 120 tpi, Kevlar bead, DTC compound
  • KMC X-9
  • Shimano Deore, 31.8
  • Shimano LX
  • Shimano Deore, Rapid Fire, 9 speed
  • Avid Juicy 5, hydraulic, 6" disc brake
  • Ritchey Low Rizer, 19mm rise, 31.8mm
  • Norco Cr-Mo Performance Comfort
  • Ritchey butted, 2 bolt, 27.2, 350mm
  • Ritchey, 31.8mm
  • WTB DC Trail Grip, clear/black
  • Semi-integrated CH-918
  • Alpha Black Aluminum w/externally relieved head tube , hydroformed bi-axial down tube and top tube, monostay seat stays, forged disc ready dropouts
  • Shimano Deore disc hubs; Bontrager Ranger rims
  • 26"
  • Bontrager Jones ACX, 26x2.1"; 27 tpi
  • Shimano M442 Octalink 44/32/22
  • Shimano Deore
  • Shimano Deore LX
  • Shimano Deore, 9 speed
  • Shimano M485, hydraulic disc; 160mm rotors
  • Bontrager Select, 25mm rise, 31.8mm
  • Bontrager Select FIT Basic
  • Bontrager Sport
  • Bontrager Select, 7 degree, 31.8mm
  • Aheadset Slimstak w/semi-cartridge bearings, sealed

Why it pays to compare

Mountain Bikes are complicated machines.

They have parts from hundreds of different manufacturers, come in all shapes and sizes (and colours) and are all suited for different purposes. Choosing the right new (or used) Mountain Bike is a complicated, confusing and highly emotional (think buying a new car- the shiny red one is the best choice right?).

Comparing mountain bikes helps bring a bit of logic and reason into the decision process. Not only will comparing mountain bikes save you money, but you'll also find the bike most suitable to you, your riding style and your budget. Plus, when you do hit the Buy Now button, you'll have the confidence you're choosing the perfect bike for you.

It's easy to get carried away by the most rad looking frame, with the coolest paint job and the most aggressive new geometry, but the components are one of the most important things to consider.

A wise Mountain biker

What to compare

Components

It's essential to know which components make up a bike. From there you can compare the differences, such as build quality, performance, features, weight and price. This takes some of the guesswork out of buying a mountain bike.

Here are the components that have the biggest impact on your ride. You should be paying particular attention to these:

  • Fork
  • Shock
  • Drivetrain (Derailleur, shifter, cranks, chain etc.)
  • Brakeset
  • Wheels
Price

Ultimately, for most of us, price is the deciding factor and you want to get the most bang for your buck. Comparing the price of mountain bikes, along with which components you're getting, helps you determine what you're actually paying for. Are you spending your hard-earned dollars on a quality bike frame, with quality components and a solid warranty? Or are you simply paying for a brand name?

Reviews

Nothing is more helpful than what real people think about a bike. It's the next best thing to riding one yourself. Reviews give you a real insight into how a bike actually rides, instead of just what the numbers seem to say about it.

Warranties

Different bike companies have different warranties. It's important to compare the length of these warranties, what they'll cover and who's covered.

How to compare

  1. Search for mountain bikes that you'd like to compare.
  2. Tap Compare. You're done. No really, you are.
  3. A huge comparison table comes up, allowing you to compare components and specs for each bike.
  4. Want to delve into a bike a bit more? Click on the bike's name to view in-depth info, reviews, prices, specifications, images and more.