2021 Fit Series One (MD) Review

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The 2021 Fit Series one is a bike designed to get new riders into the sport. This Fit bike has geometry designed to make the bike feel more comfortable on a new rider. The MD version of this bike comes with a 20.5″ toptube and weighs 25.8 pounds.

Highlights

⛔️ – Full Chromoly
✅ – Under $500
⛔️ – Double Wall Rims
⛔️ – Pegs
⛔️ – Fully Sealed Bearings
✅ – 3 pc. Cranks
⛔️ – Freecoaster – What is a freecoaster?Opens in a new tab.

2021 Fit Series One (MD) Overview

The Fit Bike Series One Bike is made for BMX freestyle beginners and because of the all-round geometry is ideal to try out in almost every BMX discipline like street, park, and dirt. The Fit Bike Series One 2020 BMX Bike offers 4130 CrMo tubes (top and down tube) and 3-piece CrMo crank with Mid BB for increased stability.

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2021 Fit Series One (MD) Specs

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Specs

Fit Series One MD Specs
FRAME: 20.5” TT (SM) Cro-Mo Top & Down Tubes.
GEOMETRY: Series One.
HEADSET: A-Headset.
BB: Sealed Mid.
BARS: 2-Piece 8.7”x 29”.
FORK: 33mm Offset Cro-Mo Steerer Tube.
STEM: FIT Top Load.
GRIPS: FIT Longtech.
SEAT: New More Padded Integrated Combo.
CRANKS: Tubular Cro-Mo 160mm.
SPROCKET: FIT Key 25T.
PEDALS: FIT Mack-PC.
FRONT WHEEL: FIT S1W w/Unsealed Hub.
REAR WHEEL: FIT S1W w/Sealed 9T Cassette.
TIRES: FIT OEM 2.4”.
BRAKES: New U-Brake w/more tire clearance and softer pull springs.
WEIGHT: 25.8lbs

Frame Geometry

A: Top Tube Length:  20.5″ – Learn what size is right for you here.Opens in a new tab.

This is a medium top tube.

Perfect for riders that are between 5’3″ to 6’

Getting a top tube that is taller than suggested will make the bike feel more controlled and less responsive

Getting a top tube size that is smaller than normal will make the bike feel a lot more snappy and responsive. 

B: Chain Stay Length: 13.11″ – Learn About Chain Stays HereOpens in a new tab.

This is a longer chain stay. It gives you a more stable and controlled feel. It is longer than most and will feel really controlled but spins will feel sluggish

A short chain stay makes the bike feel twitchy. Spins will be easy, but airing and jumping might feel hard to control.

A long chain stay will make the bike feel really controlled. Spins will feel sluggish, but manuals and air tricks will feel nice because it will be more stable and controlled.

C: Head Tube Angle: 75.5° – Learn About Head Tube Angles HereOpens in a new tab.

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: 11.6″

F: Stand over height: 8.8″

This is a medium standover. 

A medium standover balances responsiveness and stability.

2021 Fit Series One (MD) Price

The 2021 Series One is priced right at $399. This is really close to the 2021 Kink gap, and is pretty close in quality. However, the 2021 Kink Whip is just a little more and is much better quality

2021 Fit Series One (MD) Quality

This is an entry-level bike with entry-level parts. I would not recommend this bike if you are an experienced rider.

Buy if you are learning:

  • Bunnyhops
  • pull up bars
  • 180
  • fakie
  • footjam
  • manual

Don’t buy if you are learning:

  • 360
  • drops
  • street tricks
  • tail whips
  • bar spins

2021 Fit Series One (MD) Conclusion

Last year, fit’s line was a little overpriced. However, it seems like they fixed that with the 2021 Series One. It is priced close to similar quality bikes. That makes me happy. Get the MD version if you are 5’3″ to 6′.

This bike is for a new rider who does not have very much experience, but want’s to try out the sport. The geometry will help a brand new rider feel confident and controlled, but the quality will not hold up to advanced riding.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Where can I buy this bike? I am an affiliate of sourcebmx.com and always recommend them. Source is rider owned and they do so much for BMX by hosting events and sponsoring riders. Did I mention the ship ANYWHERE in the world? Buy the bike here
  • Is this bike for park, dirt, or street? This is a very balanced bike. Good for all 3!
  • How much does it weigh? 26.9 lbs

 

Douglas Laird

My parents bought me my first BMX bike in 2011 and it changed my life. This bike has taken me all over the world and introduced me to cool places and cooler people. My goal is to help get 1,000,000 people into BMX so they can experience the joy and freedom that comes from a progression based sport.

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