Nakamura · Mountain

Nakamura Summit 700

Name: Nakamura Summit 700
Brand: Nakamura

€450

The Nakamura Summit 700 is Intersport's entry-level 27.5-inch hardtail: sloping aluminium frame, 100 mm fork, 1x9 single-chainring drivetrain with a 12-32 cassette and mechanical disc brakes, for about €450. Circulerpropre rates it 7/10 and finds it good for starting out on trails, with no pretence on technical terrain.

Best for: first adult mountain bike on trailsoccasional leisure rides

24speeds

Aluminiumframe

27.5 ″wheels

14.1 kgweight

Mechanical discbrakes

What we like

100 mm fork that absorbs roots and rocks on trails
1x9 single chainring: less risk of dropping the chain, simple use
Disc brakes that keep their bite in the rain
Aluminium frame guaranteed for life at Intersport
27.5" wheels balanced between agility and efficiency

What we like less

Braking and drivetrain components with no identified brand
12-32 cassette limited on steep climbs
Not made for technical singletrack or racing

Key points

ALUMINIUM HARDTAIL FRAME: designed for sporty outings and off-road routes. A good balance between comfort, agility and efficiency.
100 MM SUSPENSION FORK: absorbs trail imperfections better. It improves control on rough terrain.
27.5" WHEELS: a format suited to versatile mountain biking. They favour lively, agile handling.
SHIMANO ALTUS 3×8 DRIVETRAIN: simple, reliable set-up for leisure use. Easy to adapt effort to the terrain.
MECHANICAL DISC BRAKES: reassuring off-road braking. Consistent power and simpler maintenance.
WEIGHT 14.1 kg: a balanced figure for a non-electric mountain bike. It stays easy to ride on varied outings.

Specifications

Frame and drivetrain
Frame material	aluminium
Frame type	Diamond frame
Sizes	S, M, L, XL
Gears	24
Drivetrain	Shimano Altus 3×8
Fork	100 mm coil suspension fork
Foldable	no
Weight	14.1 kg
Max load	115 kg