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GazelleOrange C7+
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Origin
The Orange is Gazelle's definitive everyday Dutch city bike — unchanged in spirit since the company began making commuter bikes in Dieren in 1892. The hydro-formed aluminium frame is stiff, quiet, and light; the Nexus 7-speed hub sealed in its housing needs virtually no maintenance; roller brakes work equally well in rain or shine. Everything is integrated: dynamo lights wired in, rear carrier bolted on, lock built into the frame.
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Specifications
- Frame
- Hydro-formed aluminium; stable low-step design; integrated cables; 68.5° headset / 69.5° seat tube geometry
- Weight
- kg
- Drivetrain
- Shimano Nexus 7-speed internally geared hub (C7+), 38T chainring / 18T sprocket
- Brakes
- Roller brakes front and rear (low-maintenance, sealed)
- Wheels
- 28" (700c) Ryde Eco 19 double-walled aluminium rims
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The verdict
+Strengths
- Shimano Nexus 7 IGH + roller brakes are the most reliable drivetrain-brake combination available for wet-climate commuting
- Upright geometry and sprung saddle make multi-hour city rides comfortable without padded shorts
- Factory-included lights, rack, lock and fenders mean nothing needs to be bought or fitted before first ride
−Weaknesses
- No assist — hills and headwinds are purely your problem; e-bike alternatives exist at higher price
- Roller brakes have a characteristic "wooden" feel compared to hydraulic disc — powerful but not precise
- 21 kg is moderate weight for a non-electric city bike; lighter aluminium alternatives exist
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