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Novara Gotham Bike - 2012

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Item # 825377

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Our Novara Gotham is a flagship of form and function, combining the smooth NuVinci® N360™ rear hub with a Gates° carbon belt drive, plus disc brakes, integrated lights and fenders.

The Gotham offers the ultimate in low-maintenance riding thanks to the internal hub and belt drive; as part of our Mainline collection, it's all about versatility and utility
NuVinci N360 continuously variable planetary (CVP) rear hub uses rotating, tilting balls inside of the hub to supply smooth, quiet shifts whenever you want, even when stopped
NuVinci CVP design also means there's no indexed "ker-chunk" between gears, just a continuous range that lets you find the amount of resistance that best suits your needs
Using the twist shifter is intuitively simple and offers super-smooth, seamless movement throughout the gearing range with a flick of the wrist
Gates CenterTrack Belt Drive uses a carbon-reinforced belt instead of a chain—this system is exceptionally long lasting, virtually maintenance free and nearly silent
CenterTrack belt uses a centering track to keep the belt properly aligned and working efficiently; belt doesn't require lubrication, so there's no greasy chain to deal with
Just in case, the full-length chainguard prevents clothing from getting caught in drive
Double-butted chromoly frame features an easy-mount, semi step-through design, not to mention the smooth ride quality and durability of steel
Shimano mechanical disc brakes supply all-weather braking power for confident deceleration, even in the rain
Basta headlight is powered by a generator in the front hub and remains on for 4 min. after stopping to ensure your path is lit, even when stopping for lights
Battery-powered taillight provides rear visibility and is motion- and photo-sensitive; battery indicator lets you know when it's time to replace the battery
Rear rack on the Gotham is ready for cargo, quickly accepting panniers or trunk bag (sold separately)—great for carrying groceries or work essentials
Puncture-resistant Vittoria Randonneur tires feature sure grip and a fast, smooth ride
Upright-riding cockpit has been designed for comfort, thanks to the Selle Royal saddle, mustache-style handlebar and ergonomic cork grips
Rounding out the package are polished fenders to keep road grime and water off of you and the bike; kickstand makes storage/parking easy
Just get on and ride, no fancy shoes required—platform pedals accommodate a variety of shoes
Specs on our Novara Gotham bike are subject to change

After its initial break-in period you might notice your bicycle performing less responsively than the day you brought it home. Not to worry, this is typical of all new bicycles and simply reflects that cables have stretched or their housings have seated themselves into final position. To keep running at peak performance, all REI bicycles come with a FREE warranty tune-up, which should be accomplished between the first 100-200 miles of riding or after the first two months if you're accumulating miles less quickly. Contact your nearest REI bike shop for details and an appointment for this important service.

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Novara Gotham Bike - 2012 Customer Reviews

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Novara Gotham Bike - 2012

4.0

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Feb

2012

4.0

Excellent for Commuting

By Daniel-san

from Sunnyvale, CA

About Me Commuter

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Pros

Low Maintenance
Tough
Versatile

Cons

Heavy

Best Uses

Commuting
Street Riding

Comments about Novara Gotham Bike - 2012:

The Novara Gotham offers a lot of features for the price. The belt drive is great, very quiet and pretty worry free. I didn't know how I would like the mustache handlebars, but once I adjusted them a bit, I don't really notice the difference. The included headlight works quite well, though it will start to flash if you aren't going fast enough. It would be nice if the taillight was powered by the dynamo hub as well, but you can't get everything. The Nuvinci hub works fairly well, even if it adds a fair chunk of weight.
Basically, if you want an easy riding, low maintenance bike, the Gotham is a great choice. If you feel a need for speed, you probably want to look elsewhere.

Feb

2012

4.0

Great overall package.

By Drasine

from Boise, ID

About Me Commuter

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Pros

Beast of burden
Nuvinci
Silent
Versatile

Cons

Best Uses

Beast of burden
Commute
Light tour
Street Riding

Comments about Novara Gotham Bike - 2012:

My wife had purchased this bicycle a few weeks ago. I will give my first impression review, the verdict is still out for her... I had researched many factors about the perfect (for us) commuter bicycle before Novara released this particular bicycle. I wanted a belt drive and the Nuvinci, also a steel frame and generator hub. From the first time I rode this bicycle I was satisfied. Ultra smooth drivetrain like none other than I have ever tried. We use bicycles for transportation 7 days a week, year round (5-10 miles a day average). This bike is the best all around package for the price range in my opinion. I am sure folks will complain about the weight of this bicycle but when you carry 3-4lbs of lunch and a 3lb U lock, plus a change of clothes and a computer and usually a few books, these weight figures become less of an issue and I can manipulate gearing if need be...The gearing is a tad too tall for the kind of terrain and amount of weight I carry, but I can swap out the chainring for a smaller one. The fact that the bicycle only comes in "Sorry officer, I didn't see them until I hit them" Black, is a bummer. But lights, proper lane positioning and a reflective vest will aid this. The handlebar is kind of egg shaped and makes it difficult to attach things like a bell, light, clock etc. These are minor attributes, the largest problem I can think of is the sizing. We test rode a bicycle with the same frame at REI before purchasing this one. I am 5' 7" on a good day and I fit and feel very comfortable on the L/XL for 5'11"-6'3". I measured frame geometry on other bicycle we currently have and researched sizing for our body proportions. Sure enough at 5'7" I fit a Novara L/Xl with 5" of seat post sticking out. This may be problematic for folks who don't ride often or don't know what size they need. The bicycle is a solid package for anyone who wants a great commuter. I would not hesitate a bit to purchase one for myself.

Service and delivery comments:

Great! The bike was on back order. It shipped, and was ready to ride within 3 days of ordering. The staff were enthusiastic for the awesomeness of the bike and happy for us to be riding such a great bicycle.