2021 Polygon Strattos S2 - Shimano Claris Road Bike

2021 Polygon Strattos S2 - Shimano Claris Road Bike

ALX ALLOY  ALUMINIUM FRAME 

ALX Alloy frame is built from light & durable Hydroformed 6061 Aluminium tubes and feature internal cable routing. 
 

ACX​ CARBON FORK

Light and vibration-absorbing material increase rider comfort.
 

SHIMANO CLARIS 16 SPEED DRIVETRAIN

 Durable and low maintenance quality 8-speed drivetrain gives you the optimal range of gears for on-road cycling. The simple and intuitive Dual Control Lever offers comfortable riding.
 

RIM BRAKES

Offering plenty of stopping power and good modulation. Reliable and low to maintain.
 

LIFETIME WARRANTY ON FRAME

In many ways it is more difficult to design bikes for entry level riders than it is for the higher end, riders in this category you want a bike that functions well and aren’t sold on advertising gimmicks that provide little if any on- road benefits. It is for this reason that a lot of time was spent in the lab, working out how to provide a bike that is stiff and responsive, yet at the same time provides excellent value for money.

With the Strattos S2, Polygon have reached a critical balance point – trading weight with durability, speed with comfort, and performance with reliability. The overall package is indeed a category killer.

The heat treated, butted alloy frame doesn’t require an aggressive posture like pure racing bikes, and is instead a slightly more upright comfortable ride – these frames usually termed “endurance frames” are designed for riders doing rides like Bay in a Day or Sydney to the Gong. It’s during these rides that the frame also delivers with predictable handling. Often competitor road bikes in this category are based on race frames, which can feel quite twitchy especially during descents, where the Strattos remains composed and sure footed.

Those using the bike as a commuter, will also appreciate the handling characteristics, and Polygon have backed up its commuter credentials by adding rack mounts to the frame for panniers and luggage.

The fact that the cables are internally routed, further add to the look of the bike.

On the front end of the frame, Polygon have fitted a carbon fibre fork. This fork not only reduces the overall bike weight but most importantly dampens road vibrations, causing less fatigue to your body and keeping you fresh - mentally and physically. For this new version of the bike, the fork also includes as carbon steerer as opposed to alloy which was on the previous version of this bike.

The drivetrain is powered by Shimano. The Shimano Claris is the first in the line-up of Shimano’s dedicated road group sets. Clean crisp shifts are combined with a range of gears almost identical to the higher end group sets.

The crankset and bottom bracket on the Polygon Strattos have also been carefully chosen with efficiency and lightweight in mind. This is an often overlooked part of the bike, yet it is through here that all the power is transferred through the frame.

Instead of using a heavier and cheaper sealed bottom bracket and crankset seen so often on entry level bikes. Polygon have specified a Hollowtech bottom bracket and crankset which shaves precious weight from the bike and stiffens up the bottom bracket, improving performance. You will usually only find similar technology on bikes twice or three times more expensive.

All of these features mean that this bike will outperform the competition and more importantly your expectations.

SPECIFICATIONS:

Note: Occasionally, without notice, manufacturers change product design and/or specifications.

 *tubeless tape and valve sold separately
 *Pedals are not included

WARRANTY INFO:

This bicycle is backed by a LIFETIME factory warranty on frame and full manufacturer’s warranty on parts. Lifetime warranty refers to the lifetime of the original owner.

Warranty is valid only for bicycle that has been properly and well-maintained under the following conditions:

Warranty includes:

• All damaged or fractured or broken frame / fork / component which was caused by manufacturing or assembling error in factory.
• Non functioning mechanism caused by manufacturing error in factory.

Warranty is NOT valid for:

• Incorrect assembly, i.e pedals installed in the wrong crank arm. 
• Normal degradation caused by frequent use, such as degrading brake shoe, deflated tire, etc
• Surface defects, such as stained, marred, defaced, etc
• Damaged caused by misuse or accident
• Other damages which are not caused by factory error
• Bicycle which has been sold to other party
• Bicycle used in commercial, such as rented
• Bicycle which has not been well-maintained

For any damages which is guaranteed by the brand as the first condition above, the brand will repair or replace damaged frame / fork / component with the one of the same brand or similar.

Warranty is valid for all Polygon and Marin bicycles to the original owner only, by showing the purchase invoice. 

SHIPPING:

COVID19 - UPDATES - STILL SHIPPING - STILL RIDING!

We are doing everything possible to keep delivering during current difficult times. With our business adapting to the current challenges, our normal practice of delivery has been impacted. We are experiencing significant delivery delays due to limited flights, hygiene and social distancing requirements in our network, and an increase in parcel volumes as more people shop online.

 *Next day dispatch - updated

Due to the high volume of orders, your item will be shipped in 2 - 4 business days. All orders received by 5 pm EST will usually be dispatched in the next 2 - 4 business days. If an order is placed on the weekend or public holiday, please note dispatch will usually be done in the next 2 - 4 working days. For tracked shipments, please allow 12 hours for tracking to begin.

Economy Shipping

Shipping is free on all orders (parts, accessories, apparel and bikes). Estimated delivery time is typically 3-9 business days, but please account for delays in the current COVID19 situation.

Express Shipping

We do also offer Express Shipping for an additional fee on parts, accessories and apparel orders. The estimated delivery time on Express Shipping is 1 to 4 business days.

ASSEMBLY INFO:

You will need to complete some minor final assembly before riding, and all the tools required to assemble the bike have been included.

• 10-15min - You have assembled bikes before
• 15-25min - You are mechanically handy
• 30-40min - Never assembled a bike and working with tools isn't your thing

Please note, that all bicycles whether purchased online or instore, are mechanical devices and need to be serviced regularly to ensure proper functioning. New gear and brake cables, will stretch during the initial bed-in period, and will need to be adjusted after approximately 95-175mi.