Malvern Star Sprint 2 vs Apollo Altura WS
A side by side comparison of two commuter bikes available in Australia, on price and specs. The Malvern Star Sprint 2 is the lower-priced of the two.
| 2 of 4 bikesDeltas are against the baseline | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price and where to buy | |||
| Current Australian price | $659Lowest | $799 | |
| RRP | $659 | $799 | |
| Price source | RRP AUD (Ivanhoe Cycles) | RRP AUD (Ivanhoe Cycles) | |
| Retailers | ivanhoecycles.com.au | ivanhoecycles.com.au | |
| Overview | |||
| Category | Commuter | Commuter | |
| Type | Non-electric | Non-electric | |
| Frame and suspension | |||
| Frame | Aluminium | Aluminium | |
| Fork | Chromoly | Alloy | |
| Wheels and tyres | |||
| Wheelset | Double wall alloy rims (32H), Shimano Tourney hubs | 700c Weinmann X-M1 double wall alloy rims, 32 hole, alloy quick release front and nutted rear hubs, stainless spokes | |
| Wheel size | Not published | 700c | |
| Stock tyres | 700x32c | 700x38c | |
| Drivetrain | |||
| Groupset | Shimano Tourney | Shimano 24-speed | |
| Crank | Shimano TY301, 48/38/28T | Alloy crankset, 170mm | |
| Chainrings | 48/38/28 | 48/38/28 | |
| Cassette | 12-28 | 12-32 | |
| Cassette speeds | 7 | 8 | |
| Lowest gearRatio of smallest ring to biggest cog. Lower is easier climbing. | 1.00 | 0.88Lowest-0.12 | |
| Highest gearBiggest ring to smallest cog. Higher is a faster top speed. | 4.00 | 4.00same | |
| Gearing character | Low climbing gear | Low climbing gear | |
| Brakes and weight | |||
| Brakes | Tektro alloy V-brake | Alloy linear pull brakes | |
Geometry overlay
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BikeFinder Data Profile. Geometry and component figures are researched from published manufacturer and retailer sources, not physical ride tests, and can vary by model year.
Specs and pricing are listed in AUD and sourced from Australian retail listings. Confirm current details with the seller before purchase.