Cosmic Truce 26 - 21Speed - Text Review

The frame design focuses on durability and usability. With a hard-tail configuration and front suspension, it’s better suited for daily rides and light trails than full-blown mountain use. The alloy/steel material gives strength; though the exact weight isn’t highlighted prominently, one listing indicates ~15 kg.

Fit-wise, the 26″ wheel size generally suits riders of moderate height (approximately 5’4″-5’10″), though you should check effective top-tube length and stand-over clearance. The bike’s geometry positions the rider in a comfortable, upright posture rather than an aggressive racing lean.

The 21-speed (3×7) drivetrain offers a healthy gear spread for a variety of conditions — flats, gentle climbs, and moderate off-road stretches. The use of affordable Shimano components (EF51 shifters, TZ50/TX35 derailleurs) means shifting is reliable and maintenance is straightforward

In use, you can expect decent responsiveness: gear changes are crisp enough for daily use, and the mid-level gearing ensures you’re not stuck in a too-high gear when climbing. Of course, it doesn’t match high-end systems in speed or finesse, but for its category the balance is good.

Comfort features include the front suspension fork which reduces bump transmission from uneven roads, and the 26″ wheel size helping smooth out roll-over. The upright geometry supports relaxed rides, making this bike well-suited for commuting, fitness rides, and casual weekend excursions.

The disc brake setup is a strong advantage. In many similarly-priced bikes you’ll still find rim brakes; here the use of disc brakes (front & rear) gives more confidence in wet, dusty or variable conditions. The braking feel is progressive and capable for everyday environments.


Steering feel: the large wheels and hard-tail geometry give a stable, predictable feel. For tight urban manoeuvres you’ll find it manageable. On rougher descents the front suspension helps keep the front wheel in contact, giving better control.

26″ wheels with tyre size around 2.0″ offer a good compromise between manoeuvrability and rollover ability. For city and light-trail use this wheel size is still widely used and effective.

The rims are alloy double-wall (as per spec listing) which means durability is acceptable; hubs and bearing details are not high-end, but acceptable for the price. The tyres are moderate width — fine for paved roads and light off-road, though not as fast rolling as narrower road tyres and not as grippy as heavy-trail tyres.