Today, bicycles are able to compete well with the car. Such transport does not require serious investments in repair and fuel. At the same time, it can become a sports simulator and improve health, and also makes it possible to move to different distances. Therefore, you should be very careful about choosing a bicycle, unless, of course, you are going to change it every year. Bergamont bikes are a real find, providing unlimited possibilities to the owner.
Brand history
The German company released its first product in 1993. Initially, it was a small bicycle repair workshop located in the center of Hamburg. In order to compete with other powerful manufacturers, Bergamont began to cooperate with China, which creates various parts and accessories for other companies.
The German brand never conducted large-format advertising of its product and did not seek to conquer the whole world. However, the company confidently occupied its niche among professionals and advanced amateur cyclists who truly appreciate not only quality and speed, but also comfort and handling.
Germany, as a manufacturing country, is distinguished by its high technological quality, focusing on the main details that can affect driving and functionality. At the same time, bypassing unnecessary options, focusing on improving speed control and practicality.
Advantages and disadvantages
Users place the Bergamont bicycle bikes in one line with such world giants as Merida, Giant, Cuba.Despite the fact that the company does not have such a serious production and testing site as theirs, it competes with them, and in some technological matters it surpasses large manufacturers. There is no special secret here - German brand strives to provide affordable and durable bike at an affordable price.
Product advantages.
- According to users, Bergamont bikes are durable, breakdowns are practically excluded. Even fastenings are not subject to corrosion.
- For frames, they use a special high-quality coating that protects metal and improves technical features. It is so high quality that after several years of use it will not peel off.
- Dangling of the front wheel, play of forks and problems with the "eights" do not occur in any of the models.
- Factory brake pads can last quite a long time.
- The design of bikes is distinguished by the rigor of colors, they look impressive and brutal.
Despite the solid advantages, bicycles and disadvantages are not without. According to user reviews, the rear sprocket and chain wear out quickly. And also note the poor configuration of individual models. So, with good gear shifting, there may be a weak depreciation fork.
Product Range Overview
The Bergamont line of bicycles is extensive. These are city bikes, hybrid, tourist, children's, highway, cruise, racing for a marathon and cross-country. The company also offers current electric bicycles. But the brand is more focused on mountain hardtails and double suspensions.
Team Junior 24
Premium bike designed for children from 9 to 12 years old. The bike is equipped with double rims, which make it easy to pass problematic roads. The manufacturer competently approached the creation of a children's bicycle, equipping it with an index front switch, which facilitates its management, and special brake handles designed for a child.
Team Junior 20
It has the same technical characteristics as the previous one, however, it is designed for younger children - 6–9 years old. The model is equipped with 7 speeds and 20-inch wheels. Type of rim brakes (V-Brake), aluminum alloy is used in the manufacture of the frame base. The main thing that combines these two models is a high requirement for the reliability and safety of children's bicycles.
Vitox 7.0
An entry-level bike with the characteristics of a classic cross country. Ideal for those who do not set themselves high sports achievements, but at the same time loves to devote a lot of time to riding a bike. The time-tested steering column geometry excels in amateur racing or conventional tourism. Its significant advantage is that under the upper pipe there is a brake jacket and a gear shift. So dirt accumulates least. Equipped with a simple bike fork with a stroke of 10 cm and adjustable stiffness.
Transmission, brakes and bushings from the famous Shimano brand.
Revox
The main feature of this line is its maneuverability and comfortable ride, enclosed in a proven frame geometry. Universal hardtail provides a lot of opportunities in an additional complete set (installation of wings, luggage carrier, footboards). The bike is equipped with 24 speeds, wheel diameters of 27.5 and 29 inches, hydraulic or disc brakes, shock absorber fork with a stroke of 100 mm.
This bike is especially good for camping.
Summerville
Every year, city bicycles are becoming increasingly popular as a means of transportation around the city. Bergamont also takes this trend into account by creating a series of urban bikes in retro style. Such models look not only elegant, but also amaze with their technical features. This hub dynamo, 7-speed high-speed hub, lightweight frame, 28-inch wheel diameter, convenient gearshift system, etc. All this allows for high reliability and controllability. Greater comfort and safety is added to the equipment equipped with full-sized aluminum wings, a set of headlights and a trunk.
Horizon
Reliability and brightness - this is about this model. It seems that the German brand has invested in it all the best that could. The saddle is made taking into account the anatomical shape - so the ride will take place without any discomfort. Excellent ride and maneuverability due to 28-inch wheels. A shock-absorbing fork with a stroke of 63 mm smooths out shock and vibration, significantly increasing ride comfort. V-Brake rim brakes are effective for braking both in the city and on rough terrain.
Browse the Bergamont Belami bike below.
