• Frame material: Hollow Core carbon fiber
  • Fork: Fox Factory Step-Cast 32, 100mm travel, FIT4 damper
  • Shock: Fox Factory Float SL
  • Drivetrain: Shimano XTR 12-speed
  • Wheels: Reynolds carbon Blacklabel 309/289 XC w/Industy Nine Hydra hubs
  • Crankset: Race Face Next SL carbon, 34t

Pros

  • DW-link suspension effectively isolates rear suspension from pedaling and braking forces
  • Very light for a dual-link full suspension bike
  • Excellent and reliable performance from Shimano XTR drivetrain and brakes
  • Premium carbon XC racing wheelset

Cons

  • High price
  • Slight weight penalty compared to flex-stay XC race bikes

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