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2008 Electra Townie 8 Balloon

Velopedia Archive ID 14883

Overview

Model year	2008
Brand	Electra
Model	Townie 8 Balloon
Bicycle type	Comfort/commuter
Archive ID	14883
Original MSRP	$760.00
Colors	Navy
Sizes	One size fits all

Frameset

Frame construction	TIG-welded
Frame material	6061 Alloy
Fork	Electra
Fork material	Steel, unicrown crown
Rear shock	N/A

Drivetrain

Component group	Comfort Mix
Shifters	Shimano Revo
Front derailleur	N/A
Rear derailleur	N/A
Crankset	Alloy, 44 teeth
Cassette	Cog
Rear cogs	8-speed internal, 20 teeth
Chain	KMC 410
Pedals	Alloy

Brakes

Brakes	Roller Brake brakes, Shimano Nexus levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset	1 1/8" threaded
Handlebar	Electra Custom
Stem	Alloy
Saddle	Electra Ergonomical Townie
Seatpost	Alloy Micro Adjust

Wheels & tires

Hubs	Front: Shimano Nexus, Rear: Shimano Nexus internal 8-speed
Rims	Alloy Double Wall, 32-hole
Front tire	26 x 2.35" Schwable Fat Frank
Wheel size	26" wheels

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on October 1, 2026.