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Introducing Anahita, our dedicated Cycling Enthusiast with a long journey of riding and crafting expert bicycle reviews exclusively for ChooseMyBicycle. With an avid passion for Cycling and an unwavering commitment to staying at the forefront of Bicycle Technology,Anahita's insightful reviews are your trusted companion in making informed choices for your next ride.
Mountain Bike
frame
Steel Frame
fork
Threadless,Steel suspension
front derailleur
TZ-31 Direct Mount
rear derailleur
Shimano TZ-31
shifters
Left:Shimano EF51,3sp and Right:Shimano EF51,7sp
brakes
Coloured Dual-Disc Brake
brake levers
Shimano Integrated Easy Fire EF51
tires
27.5"x2.125, Nylon Black
rims
Double-walled Alloy XMR Rims
handlebar
Bird type oversized 620mm XMR handlebar
stem
XMR Alloy stem
seatpost
200mm ED Black Seat Post
saddle
Soft PU XMR saddle
pedals
Alloy caged plastic ED black
hubs
Friction-free ED Black
cassette
7sp
chain
7sp - 112 Links
crankset
170mm Cotterless Plastic Coated Steel Crank
bottom bracket
Friction-free BB cartridge with Refittable Aluminium Stealth
no of gears
Multi-Speed
riding purpose
Commute
The Roadeo range of bicycles from Hercules have become a popular name associated with variety and affordability, over the last couple of years. These bicycles are primarily aimed to grab the attention of teenagers, in school. However in 2017, with the introduction of a wider range of bicycles with more options in sizing, Hercules has expanded its target group for the Roadeo series to adults as well. We got the opportunity to test ride the Hercules Roadeo Hannibal 27.5(2017) and here is what we thought.
An affordable MTB ideal for leisure rides, regular commutes and mild trails.
The Hercules Roadeo Hannibal 27.5” has been made using steel. Bicycles made from steel are sturdy and durable, but tend to be on the heavier side, as is with the Hercules Roadeo Hannibal 27.5. Though its weight is on the higher side, the sturdiness felt when riding the bicycle on rugged, beaten roads is rather impressive. The frame geometry allows for a comfortable riding position. The geometry of the bicycle makes it seem to be on the bigger side, and it is available in a single frame size which would be well suited to adults with an average build and height.
The Hercules Roadeo Hannibal 27.5” comes with a Threadless Steel Suspension Fork with a Matte Black Finish. The full suspension frame is suitable to perform well on rugged city roads and flat surface trails. This is a leisure city MTB, and cannot be used on technical trails.
A well priced, affordable MTB
The Hercules Roadeo Hannibal 27.5” has been designed keeping in line with the general ‘catchy graphics’ theme of the Roadeo Series. This bicycle is available in two color variants - a matte black with orange decals and a dark blue with orange decals.
A well designed bicycle, sure to catch attention while on the road
The Hercules Roadeo Hannibal is a 21-speed MTB and comes equipped with a Shimano TZ-30 front derailleur and a Shimano TZ-35 rear derailleur, whose shifting is controlled by Shimano EF-51 trigger shifters. The gearing components are expected, given the price point of the bicycle. When on the test ride, I found the shifting to be effective and precise. There was a hint of noise when it came to the gearing components, but that was only while up-shifting from the 6th to the 7th.
Effective and Precise
The Hercules Roadeo Hannibal comes equipped with Dual Disc Brakes, controlled by Shimano EF-51 Brake levers. The stoppage power was impressive and did not require too much pull to get the bicycle to a complete stop. Overall, the brakes are powerful and will work well on dry and wet surfaces alike.
The XMR, oversized 620mm handlebar is wide and allows for an ‘open-chested’ comfortable riding position. Wide handlebars ensure supreme control over the bicycle, and superior maneuverability in tight or crowded riding conditions.
Impressive stopping power
The Hercules Roadeo Hannibal comes equipped with 27.5” x 2.125” MTB tires that are fit onto Double Walled XMR alloy rims. The treading on the tires enable the bicycle to tackle harsh riding surfaces without a hassle. 27.5” wheels enable ease of usage both on the road and while riding on off-road conditions. The Roadeo Hannibal comes with color coded rims that match the frame. Impressive in terms of attention grasping.
The soft PU XMR saddle is comfortable, and well equipped to handle commutes and leisure rides.
Tires that handle varied terrains with ease
Prices are subject to change by the brand, without due notice.
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