- Frame
- 6061-T6 alloy
- Groupset
- Commuter Mix
City & Commuter · Non-electric
2010 Electra Townie Balloon 8D Ladies
- Not published
- Original MSRP
- Not documented
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Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
- Data limitation
No geometry is recorded for 2010 Electra Townie Balloon 8D Ladies and 2011 Electra Townie Balloon 8D Ladies.
- Data limitation
Only 2010 Electra Townie Balloon 8D Ladies has enough published drivetrain data for gearing calculations.
Gearing comparison
Lower gears help on climbs. Higher gears suit higher speeds.
RPM
RPM = pedal turns per minute.
Lowest1.38:1Highest4.00:1Total range291%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 26×2.35; rear size isn’t listed.
Gearing unavailable for this size.
How it works
Ratio = front teeth ÷ rear teeth. Hub gears also include the hub’s internal ratio. A 400% range means the highest ratio is four times the lowest.
Speeds are estimates from tire size and pedal cadence. Actual speeds vary.
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Specification
2010 Electra Townie Balloon 8D Ladies
2011 Electra Townie Balloon 8D Ladies
Overview
Model Year
2010
2011
Brand
Electra
Electra
Model
Townie Balloon 8D Ladies
Townie Balloon 8D Ladies
Bicycle Type
Comfort/commuter
City/commuter
Colors
Pearl White, Coffee
Pearl white, Coffee
Sizes
One size fits all
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Weight
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Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
Alloy
Frame Material
6061-T6 alloy
6061 Alloy
Fork Material
Hi-tensile steel, unicrown crown
Unicrown
Drivetrain
Component Group
Commuter Mix
Commuter Mix
Shifters
Shimano Acera Rapidfire
Shimano Rapidfire
Front Derailleur
—
Shimano Acera
Rear Derailleur
Shimano 105
Shimano Acera
Crankset
Forged Alloy, 170mm, 44 teeth
Forged Alloy
Bottom Bracket
Sealed cartridge, 113mm spindle
Sealed cartridge
BB Shell Width
68mm
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Cassette
SRAM
SRAM
Rear Cogs
8-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
11 - 32 teeth
Chain
KMC Z72 Rustproof, 1/2 x 1/8"
KMC Z72
Pedals
Alloy Platform w/non-slip rubber tread
Alloy Cage
Brakes
Brakes
Cold-Forged Alloy Linear Pull brakes, Alloy 4 Finger levers
Linear Pull brakes, Alloy levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
1 1/8" integrated steel threaded
1 1/8" steel
Handlebar
Alloy custom bend, 25.5" x 5"
Alloy custom bend riser
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
Not included
Stem
Adjustable Forged Alloy 25.4mm Quill
Polished Alloy
Saddle
Ergonomic w/Soft Lycra
Ergonomic w/Soft Lycra
Seatpost
Alloy, 27.2mm diameter
Alloy Pillar
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Front: Alloy low flange, Rear: Alloy Low flange w/QR
Front: Alloy, Rear: Shimano Acera
Rims
Painted Alloy w/Machined Sidewalls, 36-hole
Painted Alloy, 36-hole
Spokes
Stainless, 14ga. (2.0mm)
Stainless, 14ga. (2.0mm)
Spoke Nipples
Brass
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Front Tire
26 x 2.35 Schwalbe Fat Frank
26 x 2.35 Schwalbe Fat Frank
Wheel Size
26" wheels
26" wheels
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.