Bergamont Horizon N8 FH Gent dark olive green/black

The “Horizon N8 FH Gent dark olive green/black” model from Bergamont, released in 2020, is a versatile and well-equipped trekking bike, available for €799. The bike’s frame is constructed from a 28-inch lite AL-6061 tube set, giving it a robust yet lightweight design. Weighing 17 kg, it is well-balanced for its class and provides a solid foundation for a variety of riding conditions.

The Horizon N8 FH Gent is fitted with Shimano BR-T4000 V-brakes, which, in combination with the Tektro CL-530RS brake levers – featuring an anti-slip coating – ensure reliable braking performance. The gear system consists of a Shimano Nexus SG-C6001-8 freehub hub with an 8-speed twist shifter (Shimano Nexus SL-C6000), which allows for precise and easy gear selection.

The bike’s fork is a Suntour NEX P with 63 mm of travel and adjustable preload, which provides extra comfort on uneven terrain. The lighting comprises an Axa Compactline LED front light with 20 lux and a parking light function, as well as a Trelock LS613 Duo Flat LED rear light, also with a parking light function, which enhances visibility and safety on the road.

The bike is fitted with aluminium trekking pedals and a sealed bottom bracket. The crankset consists of an Alloy City crank with 38 teeth and a Shimano sprocket with 19 teeth. Power is transmitted via a KMC Z1 chain with an anti-rust coating.

The handlebars are BGM Comp Riser handlebars with a 30° rise, complemented by BGM Comfort Ergo grips with dual-density padding and a screw-on mechanism. The stem is a BGM Comp Vario with a clamp diameter of 25.4 mm, whilst the headset is a BGM Comp threaded headset, semi-integrated in size 1 1/8".

The rims are BGM Comp X2 with CNC-machined brake flanges and 36 spokes, made from black steel. The tyres are Schwalbe Road Cruiser with Kevlarguard and reflective strips, size 42-622. The front hub is a Shimano DH-C3000 hub dynamo and the rear hub is a Shimano Nexus SG-C6001-8 freehub.

The saddle is a Selle Royal Milo Gent, mounted on a Post Moderne PM-780E suspension seat post for added comfort. The bike is fitted with SKS mudguards with stainless steel struts, an Atran kickstand and a BGM Trekking aluminium luggage rack with the Racktime Snapit system and integrated mudguard mounts.

In summary, the 2020 Bergamont Horizon N8 FH Gent in dark olive green/black offers a comprehensive range of features that ensure both comfort and functionality for everyday use and longer tours.