Specialized Globe Elite IG8 2008 Technical specs and features
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| Brand | Specialized |
| Model | Globe Elite IG8 |
| First production | 2008 |
| Bike category | Commuter |
| Bike sub-category | City Commuter |
| Bike Pricing | See price on Amazon |
| Parts And Accessories | Specialized Globe Elite IG8 Parts |
| Available Sizes | - 19 (inches) / 49 (cm)- 20 (inches) / 52 (cm)- 22 (inches) / 55 (cm)- 23 (inches) / 58 (cm)- 24 (inches) / 61 (cm) |
Wheels And Breaking System
| Bike front tire | 700 X 35c Nimbus Sport |
| Bike rear tire | Not Available |
| Bike wheel size | 700c Wheels |
| Brakeset type | Shimano Nexus Inter-8 LeversAvid SD3 Brakes |
| Hubs for disc brakes | Rear: Shimano Nexus Inter-8Front: Specialized Forged Alloy |
| Rims manufacturer | 32-holeAlex Globe |
| Spoke nipples type | Not Available |
| Spoke wheel | 15ga. Stainless Steel |
Frame and Body Specifications
| Frame materials | A1 Premium Aluminum |
| Frame type | TIG-welded |
| Handlebar construction | 25.4 (millimeters) 620 (millimeters) WideSpecialized Low Rise |
| Handlebar extender | Optional |
| Handlebar stem details | 25.4 (millimeters) ClampSpecialized Forged |
| Headset size | 1 1/8 (inches) Threadless Integrated |
Gearing Specs
| Bicycle chain | 1/2 X 3/32 (inches)KMC Z610 |
| Bottom bracket shell width | 68 (millimeters) English |
| Bottom bracket type | 113 (millimeters) SpindleShimano BB-UN25 |
| Crankset parts and sizes | 42 TeethSpecialized Single Speed |
| Gear shift levers | Shimano Nexus Inter-8 |
| Rear gear set | 8-speed Internal |
Specialized Globe Elite IG8 Fork System Data
| Derailleur (Front) | Not Available |
| Derailleur (Rear) | Not Available |
| Fork material | Aero CrownAluminum |
| Fork type | Specialized A1 Premium |
Other Specs of Specialized Globe Elite IG8
| Component group sets | Shimano Inter-8 |
| Available colors | - Navy |
| Weight | Not Available |
| Pedals details | Globe Anti-slip Composite |
| Rear shock absorber | Not Available |
| Saddle seat | Specialized Sonoma |
| Seat post extension | 27.2 (millimeters) DiameterSPC Two Bolt Alloy |
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Specialized Globe Elite IG8 bike review
Specialized produced the Globe Elite IG8 bike in 2008 and can be classified as a Commuter bicycle, this exact model costs in american market arround $800.00.Globe Elite IG8 bike is available in many sizes such as 49cm (centimeters), 52cm (centimeters), 55cm (centimeters), 58cm (centimeters) and 61cm (centimeters).
Specialized Commuter Globe Elite IG8 can be found in one single color which is Navy.
This bike is equiped with 700 x 35c Nimbus Sport tires and Stainless steel spoke wheel while the rims are manufactured by Alex Globe, 32-hole. Specialized equiped this exact model with Avid SD3 brakes, Shimano Nexus Inter-8 levers braking system and Front: Specialized forged alloy, Rear: Shimano Nexus Inter-8 hubs.
To guarantee the comfiest ride Specialized used A1 Premium aluminum material for the frame. Specialized low rise, 25.4mm, 620mm wide high strength material is used on the handlebar of this Globe Elite IG8 to ensure the perfect handling while the stems are made of Specialized forged, 25.4mm clamp.
For the smoothest biking experience Specialized Single Speed, 42 teeth is used on this bicycle linked to KMC Z610 chain that is easily replaceable as stated by Specialized, the whole system is connected to a high reliability Shimano Nexus Inter-8 gear shift levers.