The Search Alloy is a progressive, modern gravel bike that's ready for whatever you point it at - dirt roads, singletrack, bike paths or a multi-day bikepacking trip. Norco redesigned it from the ground up to be lighter, with optimised sizing and geometry, plus all the mounts and tyre clearance you need for real adventures.
The Search A3 runs a Shimano CUES 2x drivetrain and Shimano CUES disc brakes with WTB Riddler tanwall tyres, making it a capable, great-value gravel bike for everything from weekend loops to bikepacking. Pop into the shop in Rosebud and chat to the team - we'll help you find the right size and get it set up just how you like it.
Key Features
- Shimano CUES 2x10 drivetrain
- Shimano CUES disc brakes
- Norco Super Flare compact alloy bar
- WTB Riddler 700 x 45c tanwall tyres
- Lightweight butted aluminium frame with smooth welds
- Full carbon fork with adventure mounts and 12mm thru-axle
- Modern gravel geometry: taller head tube, slacker head angle, longer reach for stability
- Clearance for up to 700 x 50c tyres
- Mounts for multiple bottles, front and rear fenders, top tube bag and rear rack
- Simplified maintenance with guided cable routing
- Norco No Other Way Limited Lifetime Warranty
Specifications
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Frame: Search Butted Aluminum w/Smooth Welds
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Fork: Search Carbon, 51mm Offset, 12x100mm TA
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Rear Shifter: Shimano CUES ST-U6030, 11sp
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Rear Derailleur: Shimano CUES RD-U6020, Shadow, 10sp
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Front Shifter: Shimano CUES ST-U6030, 2sp
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Front Derailleur: Shimano CUES FD-U6030, 9/10sp, Down Swing
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Crankset: Shimano CUES FC-U6030, 46-32T, 165mm (S1,S2) - 170mm (S3,S4) - 172.5mm (S5)
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Bottom Bracket: Shimano, BSA 73mm
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Cassette: Shimano LG-400, 11-39T, 10sp
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Chain: KMC XGlide, 9sp
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Front Brake: Shimano CUES BR-U6030, Resin Pads
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Front Brake Rotor: Shimano SM-RT54, 180mm, C-lock
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Rear Brake: Shimano CUES BR-U6030, Resin Pads
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Rear Brake Rotor: Shimano SM-RT54, 180mm, C-lock
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Brake Levers: Shimano CUES ST-U6030, Resin Pads
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Handlebar: Norco Super Flare Aluminum Compact, 40cm (S1,S2) - 42cm (S3) - 44cm (S4) - 46cm (S5), 16 Degree
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Stem: Norco SL Alloy 70mm Length, 31.8mm Clamp
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Seatpost: Norco Alloy, 27.2mm, 0Deg Offset, 350mm length
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Headset: Sealed Cartridge Bearings, Tapered 1-1/8" - 1.5" ( IS42/28.6 | IS52/40 )
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Saddle: Selle Royale SRX Gravel, 148mm
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Grips: Griptacular Shockproof Tape 3mm
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Seatpost Clamp: Norco Aluminum, 31.8mm ID
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Front Hub: Shimano HB-TC500 Sealed Bearing, 12x100mm, 28H, C-lock
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Rear Hub: Shimano FH-TC500 Sealed Bearing, 12x142mm, HG, 28H, C-lock
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Rims: WTB ST i25 2.0, 28h, 25mm ID
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Front Tyre: WTB Riddler 700x45C, TCS, 60tpi, Tanwall
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Rear Tyre: WTB Riddler 700x45C, TCS, 60tpi, Tanwall
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Rim Tape: WTB TCS 2.0 Solid Strip
