Bicycle Archive · Specification reportBicycle Archive · Specification report2010 Electra Townie Balloon 8D Ladies · 2011 Electra Townie Balloon 8D Ladies
| 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 |
| Archive ID | 20870 | 25404 |
| Colors | Pearl White, Coffee | Pearl white, coffee |
| Sizes | One size fits all | — |
| Frameset | ||
| Frame construction | TIG-welded | Alloy |
| Frame material | 6061-T6 alloy | 6061 Alloy |
| Fork material | Hi-tensile steel, unicrown crown | Unicrown |
| Rear shock | N/A | N/A |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Component group | Commuter Mix | Commuter Mix |
| Shifters | Shimano Acera Rapidfire | Shimano Rapidfire |
| Front derailleur | N/A | 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 | — |
| 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 | — |
| Front tire | 26 x 2.35 Schwalbe Fat Frank | 26 x 2.35 Schwalbe Fat Frank |
| Wheel size | 26" wheels | 26" wheels |
Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on November 9, 2026.