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2011 Electra Townie Balloon 8I

Velopedia Archive ID 25399

Overview

Model year	2011
Brand	Electra
Model	Townie Balloon 8I
Bicycle type	City/commuter
Archive ID	25399
Colors	Ebony

Frameset

Frame construction	Alloy
Frame material	6061 Alloy
Fork material	Unicrown
Rear shock	N/A

Drivetrain

Component group	Commuter Mix
Shifters	Shimano Revo twist
Front derailleur	Shimano Nexus
Rear derailleur	Shimano Nexus
Crankset	Forged Alloy
Bottom bracket	Sealed cartridge
Cassette	Shimano
Rear cogs	20 teeth
Chain	KMC 410
Pedals	Alloy Cage

Brakes

Brakes	Shimano Nexus brakes, Alloy levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset	1 1/8" steel
Handlebar	Alloy custom bend riser
Handlebar extensions	Not included
Stem	Polished Alloy
Saddle	Ergonomic w/Soft Lycra
Seatpost	Alloy Pillar

Wheels & tires

Hubs	Shimano Nexus
Rims	Painted Electra Double Wall Alloy, 32-hole
Spokes	Stainless, 14ga. (2.0mm)
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 September 27, 2026.