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2012 Electra Townie Balloon 8i

Velopedia Archive ID 2007857

Overview

Model year	2012
Brand	Electra
Model	Townie Balloon 8i
Bicycle type	Hybrid/Comfort
Archive ID	2007857
Colors	Burgundy
Sizes	One Size

Frameset

Frame material	6061 Alloy Flat Foot
Fork	Unicrown Steel

Drivetrain

Shifters	Shimano Nexus Twist 8spd
Crankset	Forged Alloy 170mm
Bottom bracket	sealed cartridge
Cassette	Shimano 7spd 14-28t
Chain	KMC Z72
Pedals	Alloy Cage Rubber Surface

Brakes

Brakes	Shimano Nexus Roller

Cockpit & contact points

Headset	1 1/8" integrated
Handlebar	Alloy Custom Bend
Stem	Polished Alloy
Saddle	Ergo w/ Shock Elastomers
Seatpost	Alloy Pillar

Wheels & tires

Hubs	Alloy 32h Shimano Nexus interal 8spd
Front tire	Schwalbe Fat Frank 2.35

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 26, 2026.