The 2021 Cult Control is a beginner level bike. It comes with a chromoly front triangle, double-wall rims, and 4 pc bars. Designed with a new street rider in mind, the control comes in 2 color options and weighs around 25 lbs.
Review Video
Highlights
⛔️ – Full Chromoly
✅ – Under $500
✅ – Double Wall Rims
⛔️ – Pegs
✅ – Fully Sealed Bearings
✅ – 3 pc. Cranks
⛔️ – Freecoaster – What is a freecoaster?
2021 Cult Control Overview
Get your life back under control with this beast of a bike from Cult. Soak up those good vibes knowing that you are shredding a Chromoly (front triangle) Frame strapped up with loads of epic Cult parts. Down below are the Cult X Vans Tires. These have been incredibly popular and it is super easy to see why. maximum amounts of grip paired with an epic collaboration of brands make these things soo sick!
from: luxbmx
Other 2021 Cult Bikes
| Bike Model | Bike Price | Bike Quality |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 Juvenile 12″ | $329.99 | Kids |
| 2021 Juvenile 14″ | $339.99 | Kids |
| 2021 Juvenile 16″ | $349.99 | Kids |
| 2021 Juvenile 18″ | $369.99 | Kids |
| 2021 Cult Access | $329.99 | Beginner |
| 2021 Cult Gateway | $399.99 | Beginner |
| 2021 Cult Control | $469.99 | Mid-Level |
| 2021 Cult Devotion | $539.99 | Mid-Level |
| 2021 Cult Devotion 26″ | $539.99 | Cruising Dads |
| 2021 Cult Devotion 29″ | $569.99 | Cruising Dads |
2021 Cult Control Specs
Price
Colors
Specs
| FRAME | Chromoly front triangle |
| FORK | CROMO STEERER TUBE 10MM DROP OUTS |
| TT LENGTH | 20.75″ |
| HT ANGLE | 75° |
| ST ANGLE | 71° |
| BB HEIGHT | 11.8″ |
| CS LENGTH | 13.65″ |
| HANDLE BAR | 9″ X 30″ 100% CROMO |
| H/BAR STEM | FORGED SALVATION V5 TOP LOAD STEM |
| GRIPS&BAR ENDS | CULT GRIPS |
| HEAD SET | INTEGRATED |
| B.B SET | SEALED MID BEARING |
| CHAINWHEEL | 25T MEMBER STYLE |
| CRANK | 3PC CROMO 170MM HT |
| PEDALS | CULT NYLON |
| CHAIN | CULT 410 |
| SEAT | CULT PIVOTAL |
| FRONT HUB | 3/8″ AXLE, SEALED, W/17MM FLANGE NUT |
| REAR HUB | 14MM, SEALED BEARING, W/9T SEALED DRIVER |
| REAR BRAKES | 990 U-BRAKE |
| BRAKE LEVERS | ALLOY |
| RIMS | CULT MATCH SW ALLOY (FRONT) /CULT MATCH DW ALLOY (REAR) |
| TIRES | 2.40″ CULT X VANS |
Frame Geometry
A: Top Tube Length: 20.75″ – Learn what size is right for you here.
Designed for riders who are 5′ 6″ to 6′
B: Chain Stay Length: 13.65” – Learn About Chain Stays Here
This is a longer chain stay. It gives you a more stable and controlled feel.
C: Head Tube Angle: 75° – Learn About Head Tube Angles Here
Steep head tube angles make the bike “snappy” meaning more responsive to fast turns.
A less steep head tube gives you more control.
D: Seat Tube Angle: 71°
E: Bottom Bracket Height: 11.8″
F: Stand over height: 9″
This is a medium/tall standover.
A medium stand over provides a good balance between responsiveness and control.
While a tall stand over allows you to pinch more of the seat for bars and t-bogs.
2021 Cult Control Price
The Control is just under $500. Most parents will spend about that much on a new bike for their kid. In comparison to other bikes with the same quality, I think that this bike is a little overpriced.
2021 Cult Control Quality
The Cult control is borderline mid-level quality. It has a double wall rim in the back and a single wall upfront. Which isn’t really a big deal since the back wheel takes most of the beating. The fact that the frame isn’t full chromoly is the only thing keeping it from being mid-level.
Highlights
Under $500
Like I mentioned earlier, bikes under $500 sell more. Which helps grow the sport. ☺️
Lowlights
Overpriced
I don’t mean to bash the bike, because it does have some ‘aftermarket’ parts like the Salvation Stem and Cult Vans tires. But there are full chromoly bikes for this price range. Finding one would be a better option.
Buy if you are learning:
- 180
- 360
- barspins
- t-bogs
- crank flips
Don’t buy if you are learning:
- Big drops
- 360 drops
- 540
- whips
- flips
2021 Cult Control Conclusion
The 2021 Cult Control is for someone who has been riding bmx for a few months and can do some basic beginner tricks. Upgrading to the Control will give you a bike with some aftermarket parts and a little added strength. If you have a little extra money, I’d recommend getting a bike with full chromoly.
