Bergamont Horizon N8 CB Gent

The "Horizon N8 CB Gent" model from Bergamont, released in 2022, is a versatile and robust trekking bike that stands out for its high-quality components and well-thought-out design. Priced at 899 EUR, it offers excellent value for money.

The bike’s frame is made from 28" lite AL-6061 tubing, ensuring stability and durability. The maximum load capacity is 130 kg, whilst the bike itself weighs just 17 kg. This combination of light weight and high load-bearing capacity makes it ideal for everyday use as well as for longer tours.

The Horizon N8 CB Gent is fitted with Shimano BR-T4000 V-brakes, which ensure reliable braking performance. The brake levers are Tektro CL-530RS with an anti-slip coating, ensuring a secure grip. The gear lever is a Shimano Nexus SL-C6000, an 8-speed Revo shifter that offers simple and precise gear selection.

The Suntour NEX P fork, with 63 mm of travel and adjustable preload, provides additional comfort on uneven terrain. For lighting, the bike is fitted with an Axa Compactline front light with a 20 lux LED and parking light function, as well as a Trelock LS613 Duo Flat rear light with LED and parking light function, ensuring good visibility and safety in the dark.

Further features include aluminium trekking pedals, a sealed bottom bracket (BSA), an Alloy City crankset with 38 teeth, and a Shimano sprocket with 19 teeth. Power is transmitted via a KMC Z610 chain with an anti-rust coating. The handlebars are BGM Comp Riser Bars with a 30° backsweep, and the grips are BGM Comfort Ergo grips in the Double-Density Clamp version for added comfort.

The stem is a BGM Comp Vario with a clamp diameter of 25.4 mm, and the headset is a BGM Comp Threaded Semi-Integrated in size 1 1/8". The rims are BGM Comp X2 with CNC-machined sides and 36 spoke holes, whilst the tyres are Schwalbe Road Cruiser with Kevlarguard and reflective strips in size 47-622. The hubs comprise a Shimano Dynamo Hub DH-C3000 at the front and a Shimano Nexus SG-C6001-8 with a coaster brake at the rear. The spokes are made of black steel.

The saddle is a Syncros Capilano Trekking model, mounted on a Post Moderne PM-780E suspension seatpost. Mudguards from SKS with stainless steel struts provide additional protection against dirt and water. A Hesling Cambio chain guard protects the chain from the elements, whilst an Atran kickstand ensures the bike stands securely. The luggage rack is a BGM Trekking Alloy model with the Racktime Snapit 2.0 system and integrated mudguard mounts.

In summary, the Bergamont Horizon N8 CB Gent is a well-equipped trekking bike that stands out for its high-quality build, robust components and versatility.