All-City Nature Cross
94/100
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Summary of Reviews
We have read all expert and user reviews on the All-City Nature Cross. In summary, this is what cyclists think.
13 reasons to buy
- Ride-quality awed; on tarmac, fire roads, dirt roads and some singletrack.
- As a pure commuter, Nature Boys were comfortable and tough.
- In gravel events and on recreational rides, Nature Boys were more than capable.
- Nature Boys and Nature Crosses excelled in cyclocross races.
- Fat tire clearances were a drawcard for buyers, from a 38c to 42c max.
- Handling was sharp off-road and nimble on-road.
- An expert described the finish and construction of Nature Boy frames as “superb”.
- The A.C.E.’s ‘killer’ paint job blew minds, in lime-green with black splatter.
- Pricing on the A.C.E. was deemed ‘remarkable’.
- 4130 steel frames are coated with an anti-rust agent.
- WTB rims, Tektro brakes and Cane Creek headsets are reliable and tough.
- Internal cabling is provided for the rear brake.
- Bosses allow the attachment of two water bottles.
5 reasons not to buy
- The Nature Boy A.C.E. is a pure race machine with no fender or rack eyelets.
- An owner found themselves bottoming out on their bottom bracket.
- An expert was frustrated with setup and durability of the eccentric bottom bracket.
- One racer found the stock wheels too heavy.
- Tektro brakes were soon replaced by a competitive rider.
Bottom line
The Nature Boy (now known as ‘Nature Cross’) is a versatile and fun bike. A high-quality steel frame gave a forgiving ride, especially when combined with a 38 to 42c tire clearance. Fatter rubber transforms this purebred cyclocross race bike into a do-everything commuter or gravel steed. Apart from the beautiful paint jobs and frame finishing, extra touches included internal cabling and rust-proofing. Depending on the setup, this can be a singlespeed comfort-ride or a racy, nimble competition bike. The Nature Boy rarely disappointed.Where to buy
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20.9, 22.9, 23.1, 23.9, 24.38 lb
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Expert Reviews
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