Novara Carema Women's Bike - 2009

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Why Carema? No reason, unless you're a smart, sport-minded woman seeking performance, comfort and value in a road bike built specifically for women.

Carema is a fast, comfort-oriented road bike that gets you out for long training rides without decimating the bank account
In fact, Carema is a great bike for those entering the world of triathlons; train hard and smart, and still have money left over for the wetsuit!
Women-specific considerations include a range of frame sizes, and cranks, stem and handlebar sensibly sized for a woman's legs and torso
Sloping top tube helps negate stand-over issues, and the generous head tube height positions handlebar for optimum rider comfort
Short top tube reduces reach, enhancing balance and steering control, and reducing aches from leaning on the handlebar for support
Kinesis 6061 aluminum frame is strong and fatigue resistant; sport geometry sits you more upright than race geometry, enhancing long-ride comfort
EVO carbon fork delivers solid steering and damps minor road vibrations, reducing harsh shockwaves traveling through hands, arms, shoulders and back
Triple chainrings let you storm hills, rocket descents and race flats; 9-cog rear cassette dials in resistance for cadence, wind or slope changes
Quality Tiagra shifters and Tiagra/Sora derailleurs are light and responsive, and deliver the reliability you expect from Shimano components
Tektro long-reach brakes allow more tire clearance and accommodate fenders easily
Features low-resistance Vittoria Zaffiro tires mounted on lightweight, aerodynamic Alex ALX 200 rims
ATS height-adjustable stem allows a precise, comfortable fit
Women's version of the elegant San Marco Ischia saddle is contoured and padded to support female sit bones through long training rides
Specs are subject to change

After its initial break-in period you might notice your bicycle performing less responsively than the day you brought it home. Not to worry, this is typical of all new bicycles and simply reflects that cables have stretched or their housings have seated themselves into final position. To keep running at peak performance, all REI bicycles come with a FREE warranty tune-up, which should be accomplished between the first 100-200 miles of riding or after the first two months if you're accumulating miles less quickly. Contact your nearest REI bike shop for details and an appointment for this important service.

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Novara Carema Women's Bike - 2009 Specs

Specification	Description
Frame	6061 aluminum
Fork	Evo carbon fiber
Crankset	FSA Vero Triple, 53/39/30
Shifters	Shimano Tiagra
Brakes	Tektro long-reach
Brake levers	Shimano Tiagra
Front derailleur	Shimano Sora
Rear derailleur	Shimano Tiagra
Head set	Integrated semicartridge
Bottom bracket	FSA Powerdrive
Rear cog	Shimano Tiagra 12/25 9-speed
Front hub	Alex ALX 200
Rear hub	Alex ALX 200
Rims	Alex ALX 200
Tires	Vittoria Zaffiro 700x25
Stem	ATS adjustable
Handlebar	Ritchey Biomax OE
Seat post	Kalloy
Saddle	San Marco Ischia
Pedals	Platform with toeclips
Chain	Shimano HG53