Co-op Cycles ADV 2.1 Bike
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When your touring plans take you onto variable terrain, the Co-op Cycle ADV 2.1 bike gets you there. Its hybrid design, disc brakes and included rear rack help you answer the call of the open road.
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- Double-butted chromoly steel frame offers great stability and strength under heavy loads, plus the reliably smooth ride quality that steel is known for
- Shimano 27-speed drivetrain is designed for ease of use and reliability (without a ton of maintenance), making it ideal for the loads and long distances of touring
- Microshift SL-A09 thumb shifters offer easy, intuitive shifting; custom-shaped handlebar supports a wide range of hand positions
- Alex ATD 470 rims with Vittoria Randonneur tires offer reliable performance on or off road
- Comes ready to travel with a sturdy aluminum rear rack; accepts front rack (sold separately)
- Bicycle weight limit is 300 lbs. total, including rider + all gear carried on the bike and on the rider's body
- NOTE: Specs and images are subject to change based on component availability
- 1 year of free adjustments (see more below)
- In-store bike assembly
- Pickup in store or curbside
- Bike experts available at 170+ bike shops
- 20% off shop services
- Free tubes with purchase of flat tire repair (Co-op Cycles brand tubes only; tube must be installed at time of purchase)
New bikes go through a normal break-in period, after which they should be readjusted. All bicycles sold at REI include free adjustments for one year after purchase date—as many times as you need. Included: derailleur and brake adjustments, lateral wheel truing, hub and headset bearing adjustments, tire inflation and chain lubrication. Not included: replacement or installation of new components or accessories, any other services. Call your local REI Co-op Bike Shop for more information.
| Best Use | Bike Touring |
|---|---|
| Frame | Double-butted chromoly steel |
| Fork | Chromoly steel |
| Bike Suspension | No Suspension |
| Crankset | Shimano, 48/36/26 |
| Bottom Bracket | Shimano Octalink |
| Shifters | Microshift SL-A09 thumb |
| Front Derailleur | Shimano Deore |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano Deore, Shadow |
| Rear Cogs | Shimano HG4009, 11-34, 9-speed |
| Number of Gears | 27 |
| Brake Type | Mechanical Disc Brake |
| Brakes | TRP Spyke mechanical disc |
| Brake Levers | Shimano Deore |
| Rims | Alex ATD 470 |
| Front Hub | Shimano Deore, 36h |
| Rear Hub | Shimano Deore, 36h |
| Wheel Size | 700c |
| Tires | Vittoria Randonneur, 700 x 48mm |
| Tire Width | 48 millimeters |
| Handlebar Shape | Trekking Bar |
| Handlebar | Co-op Cycles aluminum |
| Stem | Co-op Cycles aluminum |
| Seat Post | Co-op Cycles aluminum |
| Saddle | WTB Pure V Race |
| Pedals | Sold separately |
| Headset | FSA with turn limiter |
| Chain | Shimano Deore |
| Weight | 30 lbs. 11.2 oz. |
| Bike Weight | Bike weight is based on median size, as sold, or the average of two median sizes. |
| Gender | Unisex |
| Sustainability | From a Climate Label Certified brand |
| S | M | L | XL | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Height Range | 5'3" - 5'6" | 5'6"- 5'9" | 5'9" - 6'0" | 6'0" - 6'3" |
| Reach | 418 | 443 | 459 | 476 |
| Stack | 563 | 563 | 591 | 619 |
| Effective Top Tube | 590 | 615 | 640 | 665 |
| Seat Tube Center-Top | 380 | 430 | 480 | 530 |
| Standover Height | 28 in. | 30 in. | 31 in. | 33 in. |
| Head Tube Length | 105 | 105 | 135 | 165 |
| Head Tube Angle (degrees) | 71 | 71 | 71 | 71 |
| Seat Tube Angle (degrees) | 73 | 73 | 73 | 73 |
| Wheelbase | 1098 | 1123 | 1149 | 1175 |
| Chainstay | 465 | 465 | 465 | 465 |
| Fork Offset | 50 | 50 | 50 | 50 |
Sizing Notes
Measurements are stated in millimeters unless otherwise indicated.
How we measure bikes
- Standover Height Standover Height is a measurement from the ground to the top of the top tube, measured at the midpoint of the top tube.
- Reach Reach is the horizontal distance from the center of the cranks to the center of the head tube, measured at head tube level.
- Stack Stack is the vertical distance from the center of the cranks to the center of the head tube, measured to the top of the head tube.
- Effective Top Tube Effective top tube is the distance from the center of the head tube to the center of the seat tube/seat post, measured parallel to the ground.
- Seat Tube Center to Top Seat Tube length is the measurement of the seat tube, from the center of the cranks to the top of the seat tube.
- Head Tube Length Head Tube Length is measured from the bottom to the top of the head tube.
- Head Tube Angle Head Tube Angle is the acute angle between the head tube and the ground (measured towards the rear of the bike)
- Seat Tube Angle Seat Tube Angle is the acute angle between the seat tube and the ground (measured towards the rear of the bike).
- Bottom Bracket Height Bottom Bracket Height is a measurement taken vertically from the ground up to the center of the cranks.
- Wheelbase Wheelbase is the measurement from the center of the front axle to the center of the rear axle.
- Chainstay Length Chainstay Length is the measurement from the center of the cranks to the center of the rear axle.
- Fork Offset Fork Offset, or rake, is the distance from the front axle to a line drawn parallel to the center of the head tube or steering axis.
Better gear is built together
From feedback to field testing, all of our gear is dialed-in by REI Co-op members. Their adventures informed every stitch and detail—making for better, longer-lasting gear.
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Great road and gravel bike!
This looks like the Novara Safari. I bought mine last year and have riden it almost exclusively. The 48mm wide tires float nicely through loose dirt and gravel yet roll great on the road. I felt a bit stretched out on the bars, so I turned them over and now my position is perfect. I added a front rack and plan on touring rails trails this summer. This is a great rough road, gravel grinder and is now my all around bike.
Just finished 1800+ miles of the Trans America Rou
I bought the bike in Feb. to ride the Trans America Trail. The bike was great. The only tweaks I made was to change the tires to Conti 700X37. Did add a Surly front rack. Did have to make several stops to adjust the stretched brake and derailler cables. Liked the numerous hand positions of the butterfly handlebars.
!st touring bike
I spent time looking at Salsa, Surley, Trek, etc. I decided to save a little money go with this bike sight unseen. So far so good. So far just commuting to work and doing a little extra going home. So far love the bike and fits very well for me 5'8" with medium size. Planning a week long Katy trail trip in june and cross country ride summer of 2018. Looking forward to some extended trips with this bike.
So far, pretty good
I have just recently got this bike, and have only done about 25 miles. Overall I like the bike so far. I don't love the angle on one part of the handlebars. They are fine handlebars I think but not quite ideal for me. I wish the ends where they attach the brakes were angled forward a little more. I am replacing the tires right away. These tires have way too much rolling resistance, and are not all that tough and really won't handle well off pavement anyway. REI should have gone for one of the Schwalbe Marathont tires. I'm getting the mondial 40 mm. 48 mm seems rather huge, I would never go over 40. Everything else seems to be good, and I find the geometry to be comfortable. I am 5'11" and have the large bike. I don't expect a bike I buy pre-built like this to be perfect in every regard. I am happy with the purchase. It would also be real nice if REI stores would order the bike in so I could try it on. I was told that they won't. No one serious will want to buy a bike without trying it out. Seems to me that the best I could was order it and then try it out, if I don't like the feel then I can take advantage of REIs awesome return policy. I told this to the online help person, and she agreed that was the best way I could handle it. It would also be nice if REI were willing to swap out part like a normal bike shop. I Shouldn't have to buy a bike with tires I don't like and then replace them myself.
Co-op ADV 2.1 (Safari bike)
Did REI discontinue this classic forever? I hope they bring it back, with beefier tubes and a higher stem for the handlebars. This is the only touring bike I can think of that comes with 48mm tires and very comfortable butterfly handlebars. This bike can go anywhere. Its wheel base is long, and its weight limit is low (250 lbs including rider) so it's not for behemoth specimens of the human race, but it has classic good looks.
Smooth Ride
Loving my ADV, The larger tires roll very smoothly & make the ride comfortable. I’v added Planet Bike Black Cascadia 29er Fenders & A Surly front rack, witch both bolt up nicely. My peddle choice was, Shimano XT PD-M8000 XC Pedals paired with Giro Rumble VR Bike Men’s shoes. The butter fly handle bars offer allot of hand positions witch makes my rides more enjoyable. I’m using my ADV for running errands & long rides. The saddle is very comfortable so I only put on my cycling shorts for the longer rides. For around town I mounted a Niterider Lumina Oled 1100 BOOST front head lite & a NiteRider Sentinel 150 Rear Bike Light. Both offer day time visibility. The rear rack is sturdy & useful. I used a NiteRider Rack Taillight mount for my rear lite. You'll haft to take off the provided rear rack reflector to mount it. I choose to mount a Blackburn Outpost Cargo Bottle Cage paired with a AVEX FreeFlow Stainless-Steel Vacuum Water Bottle - 40 fl. oz. I love bring really cold water with me on my rides. Last, front & rear disk breaks have great stoping power & do so quietly.