Conway URB C 601

The "URB C 601" model from Conway, released in 2021, is an urban bike that stands out for its high-quality features and modern design. Priced at 1099 EUR, it offers good value for money for city cyclists who value quality and reliability. The bike’s frame is made of aluminium and is called the CONWAY Urban Speed. It is robust and lightweight, which contributes to a comfortable ride. The bike’s maximum load capacity is 130 kg, making it suitable for a wide range of riders.

The URB C 601’s braking system consists of SHIMANO “BR-MT200” brakes and the matching “BL-MT200” brake levers, which ensure reliable braking performance. Both the front and rear brake discs are SHIMANO “SM-RT10” models, each measuring 160 mm. The gear system is a SHIMANO “Nexus” 8-speed system, operated via the “Alfine SL-S503” gear lever. This combination enables precise and straightforward gear selection.

The bike’s fork is an aluminium unicrown fork, which contributes to the model’s stability and lightness. Lighting is provided by the AXA “Compactline 35” front light with parking light function and switch, as well as the TRELOCK “LS633” LED rear light. Power for the lights is generated by a SHIMANO “DH3D37” QR hub dynamo, which provides a reliable power source for night-time rides.

The URB C 601 is powered by a Gates belt drive, comprising the GATES “S150 CDN” crankset with a length of 170 mm and a “CDXR24” sprocket. This system is renowned for its durability and low maintenance requirements. The handlebars are CONWAY “Urban” with a diameter of 31.8 mm and a width of 660 mm, fitted with CONWAY “Retro” grips for added comfort.

Other features include CONWAY “J 20” Disc hollow-wall rims and SCHWALBE “Little Big Ben” tyres in size 40-622 at both the front and rear, which ensure good grip and comfort. The hubs consist of a SHIMANO hub dynamo at the front and a SHIMANO “Nexus” 8-speed hub at the rear. The saddle is the CONWAY “Retro” model, mounted on a ONE Race seatpost with a diameter of 31.6 mm.

The bike is also fitted with painted aluminium mudguards, which offer protection in wet conditions, as well as a sturdy ATRAN kickstand, which makes parking the bike easier. Overall, the Conway URB C 601 offers a well-thought-out specification that makes it an ideal companion for everyday urban life.