Norco 250 - Eurobike 2010

Norco's completely revised and very stealth 250 is looking great for 2011. The new frame now uses hydroformed double butted steel tubing that will be more resilient than an aluminum frame to mishaps at the dirt jumps or throwaways during late night street sessions. Not only does the new frame have 20 mm more standover clearance in both sizes when compared to last year's version, but it also sports many more improvements to brag about. The bike uses a Mid bottom bracket that is tapered in the middle to shave grams where they aren't needed, the rear of the bike sees slightly thinner dropouts used than last year that are also a bit lighter, as well as removable brake hose guides that make for much cleaner lines. All in all the new 250 is one sleek package. Listen to the audio to hear all about it.

Check out the downtube just aft of the headtube. It's not often that you see hydroformed chromoly tubing - pretty cool! The front of the 250 sports a Campagnolo style integrated headset for a low and strong front end. More information in the audio.

A street or dirt jump bike is the perfect example of something that can benefit by being simpler rather than complicated. To that end Norco has spec'd a light and strong one piece post and seat combo that weighs even less than the common pivotal setup. The seatpost clamp has been moved to the top and seatube junction and uses a wedge to hold the post in place.

Sometimes the coolest bits are hidden from view. The new 250 uses a Mid sized bottom bracket that is tapered and shaved of any extra material that isn't needed.

The back of the '11 250 is even shorter than last year's model which should make spins that much easier. Although the bike will ship as a single speed, it does sport a derailleur hanger that will allow you to convert to a geared setup down the road.