The brand new La Belle re-invents an old Malvern Star name from years-gone-by, but wraps it up in a stylish and sophisticated modern way, with more than a nod to the comfort and practicality of the famous ‘Dutch’ style ladies bikes. Whatever outfit you’re wearing, it’s ready to simply get on and enjoy the ride.
Features
- Lightweight alloy ‘Dutch’ style, upright ride position and low ‘step-through’
- 3sp Shimano Internal hub gearing for simplicity and low maintenance
- Fully enclosed chain and skirt guard to protect clothing
- Practical front wicker basket
- Comfortable ladies retro, gel-padded saddle
Specifications
| Frameset | |
| Frame | Lightweight butted alloy 'Dutch' style, with upright ride position and custom skirt guard |
| Fork | 1" threaded Cr-mo, lugged crown, steering stabilizer, full rack/fender mounts |
| Wheels | |
| Wheelset / Rims | Double wall alloy 36H |
| Hubs | Fr: Alloy QR, Rr: Shimano Nexus 3sp internal hub gear, with 20T cog |
| Spokes | Stainless Steel |
| Tyres | Kestrel 700 x 38c, w/Hippo Skin Kevlar puncture protection, 30tpi, FV tubes |
| Drivetrain | |
| Shifters | Shimano Nexus 3-Speed |
| Crankset | 170mm anodized alloy crank with 44T chainwheel. Full chain case |
| Bottom Bracket | Cartridge |
| Chain | KMC Z410A |
| Cassette | 20T |
| Components | |
| Brakes | Fr: Tektro alloy dual pivot 61-78mm reach, Rr: Coaster |
| Brake Levers | Alloy V-brake |
| Handlebar | Alloy swept back bar 640mm width |
| Handlebar Stem | Polished steel 1" quill 40mm |
| Headset | 1" Threaded alloy |
| Grips | Comfort stitched |
| Pedals | VP Comfort Platform with steel cage |
| Saddle | Women's retro city comfort with rivited finish, coil springs and plush padding |
| Seat Post | Alloy 27.2, alloy non-QR clamp:300mm |
| Stand | Alloy centre mount twin leg |
| Extras | Real wicker front basket, full alloy fenders with rear 'bumper bar', custom full coverage chain cover, custom skirt guard, retro 'knocking' bell, steering stabilizer and alloy twin leg kickstand |
Geometry
| Size | S | M | |
| A | Seat Tube Length (C-Top) - MM | 450 | 500 |
| B | Horizontal Top Tube Length - MM | 565 | 595 |
| C | Head Tube Length - MM | 200 | 200 |
| D | Head Angle - Degrees | 68.5 | 68.5 |
| E | Seat Angle - Degrees | 71 | 71 |
| BB Drop - MM | 70 | 70 | |
| F | Chainstay Length - MM | 470 | 470 |
| G | Wheelbase - MM | 1087 | 1118 |
| Fork Rake - MM | 50 | 50 |