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2009 Electra Townie Balloon 9D Ladies

Velopedia Archive ID 18670

Overview

Model year	2009
Brand	Electra
Model	Townie Balloon 9D Ladies
Bicycle type	Cruiser
Archive ID	18670
Colors	Indigo
Sizes	Womens one size fits all

Frameset

Frame construction	TIG-welded
Frame material	6061-T6 aluminum
Fork material	High-tensile steel, unicrown crown
Rear shock	N/A

Drivetrain

Component group	Cruiser Mix
Shifters	Shimano SL-R440/R441
Front derailleur	N/A
Rear derailleur	Shimano Tiagra
Crankset	Shimano Alfine w/chainguard, 39 teeth
Bottom bracket	Shimano Octalink ES25, 126mm spindle
BB shell width	68mm
Cassette	Shimano HG-50
Rear cogs	9-speed, 13 - 25 teeth
Chain	Shimano HG53-9
Pedals	Alloy Platform w/Kraton inserts

Brakes

Brakes	Shimano Nexus Roller Brake brakes, Shimano Nexus levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset	1 1/8" Threaded
Handlebar	Alloy custom bend riser
Handlebar extensions	Not included
Stem	Forged Alloy
Saddle	Ergonomic w/Soft Lycra
Seatpost	Butted alloy micro-adjust, 27.2mm diameter

Wheels & tires

Hubs	Front: Shimano Nexus BR-IM40, Rear: Shimano Nexus BR-IM70
Rims	Alloy, 36-hole
Spokes	Stainless, 14ga. (2.0mm)
Spoke nipples	Brass
Front tire	26 x 2.35" Schwalbe 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 November 10, 2026.