Finally, the big cat is completely out of the bag. It’s been a while since our prototype DH bike was first spotted on the WC stage under Connor Fearon. Since then we’ve been honing every detail and specification to ensure this bike is comprised purely of the material needed to deliver a fighter jet of a downhill mountain bike. There is no filler here, folks. This bike is designed and built for a single purpose: Get you down the hill faster.
So, what happens when you ride a bike with the industry’s most refined high pivot design equipped with 205mm of rear wheel travel? You remain composed and comfortable across the knottiest root balls and rowdiest rock gardens. You develop a new penchant for committing to corner speeds and line choices that old-you would never dream of. You go in over your head and get out with a shit-eating grin. You get a DH bike with zero compromises.
You get Supernought.
Finally, the big cat is completely out of the bag. It’s been a while since our prototype DH bike was first spotted on the WC stage under Connor Fearon. Since then we’ve been honing every detail and specification to ensure this bike is comprised purely of the material needed to deliver a fighter jet of a downhill mountain bike. There is no filler here, folks. This bike is designed and built for a single purpose: Get you down the hill faster.
So, what happens when you ride a bike with the industry’s most refined high pivot design equipped with 205mm of rear wheel travel? You remain composed and comfortable across the knottiest root balls and rowdiest rock gardens. You develop a new penchant for committing to corner speeds and line choices that old-you would never dream of. You go in over your head and get out with a shit-eating grin. You get a DH bike with zero compromises.
You get Supernought.
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Intended Use
DH Race
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Suspension
205mm Rear / 200mm Front
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Wheel Size
Full 29er or Mixed (MX)
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Supernought Specs
Supernought Specs
Framekit$5,299 CAD |
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FRAME |
FRAME Supernought Full Carbon - 200mm Travel High-Modulus Carbon Fiber | Trifecta V2 High Pivot 4-Bar Suspension | One Ride Geometry | Enduro Max Bearings | 83mm Threaded BSA Bottom Bracket |
FRAME Supernought Full Carbon - 200mm Travel High-Modulus Carbon Fiber | Trifecta V2 High Pivot 4-Bar Suspension | One Ride Geometry | Enduro Max Bearings | 83mm Threaded BSA Bottom Bracket |
FRAME Supernought Full Carbon - 200mm Travel High-Modulus Carbon Fiber | Trifecta V2 High Pivot 4-Bar Suspension | One Ride Geometry | Enduro Max Bearings | 83mm Threaded BSA Bottom Bracket |
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FORK |
FORK |
FORK RockShox Boxxer Ultimate 200mm Travel | Charger 3 RC2 W/ButterCup | Debonair + | Rebound, HSC/LSC Adjust | Pressure Relief Valves | 48mm Offset | Maxle Stealth Thru-Axle | Red |
FORK RockShox Boxxer Base | 200mm Travel | Charger 3 RC2 | Debonair + | Rebound, LSC Adjust | 48mm Offset | Maxle Stealth Thru-Axle | Gloss Black |
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REAR SHOCK |
REAR SHOCK Super Deluxe Coil Ultimate R55C26 BT C C1 Tune | 225x75mm | Spring Weights: S1 - 300 | S2 - 350 | S3 - 400 | S4 - 450 |
REAR SHOCK RockShox Vivid Ultimate DH Air | DebonAir+ | RC2T Damper | Rebound, HSC LSC Adjust | Threshold Lever | Trunnion/Bearing Mount | R55 C30 w/ Hydraulic Bottom Out | 225x75mm |
REAR SHOCK RockShox Vivid Select Air | DebonAir+ | Rebound Adjust | 2 Position Compression | Trunnion/Bearing Mount | R85 C26 Tune w/ Hydraulic Bottom Out | 225x75mm |
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HEADSET |
HEADSET |
HEADSET Cane Creek 40 SHIS: ZS49/28.6|EC49/30 | Sealed Cartridge Bearings | 6000 Series Alloy Cups And Materials | Sealed Steel Crown Race |
HEADSET Cane Creek 40 SHIS: ZS49/28.6|EC49/30 | Sealed Cartridge Bearings | 6000 Series Alloy Cups And Materials | Sealed Steel Crown Race |
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GRIPS |
GRIPS |
GRIPS Forbidden 128mm length | Single Sided Lock-On | Black |
GRIPS Forbidden 128mm length | Single Sided Lock-On | Black |
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HANDLE BARS |
HANDLE BARS |
HANDLE BARS Burgtec Ride Wide DH Alloy 800mm Width | S1-S2:22.5 / S3-S4:30 Rise | 9° Backsweep 5° Upward | 35mm Bar Bore | Black |
HANDLE BARS Burgtec Ride Wide DH Alloy 800mm Width | S1-S2:22.5 / S3-S4:30 Rise | 9° Backsweep 5° Upward | 35mm Bar Bore | Black |
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STEM |
STEM |
STEM Burgtec Direct Mount 45mm Length | 35mm Bar Clamp | Black |
STEM Burgtec Direct Mount 45mm Length | 35mm Bar Clamp | Black |
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SEAT POST |
SEAT POST |
SEAT POST Burgtec Alloy 31.6mm | 300mm |
SEAT POST Burgtec Alloy 31.6mm | 300mm |
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SEAT POST REMOTE |
SEAT POST REMOTE |
SEAT POST REMOTE N/A N/A |
SEAT POST REMOTE N/A N/A |
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SEAT POST CLAMP |
SEAT POST CLAMP Forbidden 7075 CNC Aluminum | 34.9mm | Black Anodized |
SEAT POST CLAMP Forbidden 7075 CNC Aluminum | 34.9mm | Black Anodized |
SEAT POST CLAMP Forbidden 7075 CNC Aluminum | 34.9mm | Black Anodized |
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SADDLE |
SADDLE |
SADDLE Fizik Terra Alpaca X5 Gravita 130mm Width | X5: Ride-Compliant Fiber Reinforced Nylon Shell And S-Alloy Rail | Black |
SADDLE Fizik Terra Alpaca X5 Gravita 130mm Width | X5: Ride-Compliant Fiber Reinforced Nylon Shell And S-Alloy Rail | Black |
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FRONT BRAKE |
FRONT BRAKE |
FRONT BRAKE SRAM Maven Silver 4-Piston Stealth Body | SwingLink | Reach & Contact Adjustment | Organic Pads |
FRONT BRAKE SRAM Maven Bronze 4-Piston Stealth Body | SwingLink | Reach Adjustment | Organic Pads |
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FRONT BRAKE ROTOR |
FRONT BRAKE ROTOR |
FRONT BRAKE ROTOR SRAM HS2 - 200mm 6-Bolt |
FRONT BRAKE ROTOR SRAM Centerline 2.0 - 200mm 2mm Thick | 6-Bolt |
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REAR BRAKE |
REAR BRAKE |
REAR BRAKE SRAM Maven Silver 4-Piston Stealth Body | SwingLink | Reach & Contact Adjustment | Organic Pads |
REAR BRAKE SRAM Maven Bronze 4-Piston Stealth Body | SwingLink | Reach Adjustment | Organic Pads |
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REAR BRAKE ROTOR |
REAR BRAKE ROTOR |
REAR BRAKE ROTOR SRAM HS2 - 200mm 6-Bolt |
REAR BRAKE ROTOR SRAM Centerline 2.0 - 200mm 2mm Thick | 6-Bolt |
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REAR SHIFTER |
REAR SHIFTER |
REAR SHIFTER SRAM X01 DH With MMX Clamp |
REAR SHIFTER SRAM GX DH With MMX Clamp |
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REAR DERAILLEUR |
REAR DERAILLEUR |
REAR DERAILLEUR SRAM X01 DH - 7speed 7speed | X-Horizon | Black |
REAR DERAILLEUR SRAM GX DH - 7speed 7speed | X-Horizon | Black |
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CASSETTE |
CASSETTE |
CASSETTE SRAM PG720 11-25T 7speed 7speed | HG Fit | 11-13-15-17-19-22-25T |
CASSETTE SRAM PG720 11-25T 7speed 7speed | HG Fit | 11-13-15-17-19-22-25T |
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CHAIN |
CHAIN |
CHAIN SRAM PC1110 |
CHAIN SRAM PC1110 |
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CRANKSET |
CRANKSET |
CRANKSET SRAM X01 DH Carbon 34T - 165mm 165mm All Sizes | 34T | Black |
CRANKSET SRAM Truvativ Descendant DH Alloy | 165mm All Sizes | 36T | Black |
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PEDALS |
PEDALS |
PEDALS |
PEDALS |
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UPPER CHAIN GUIDE |
UPPER CHAIN GUIDE Forbidden HD Guide |
UPPER CHAIN GUIDE Forbidden DH Guide |
UPPER CHAIN GUIDE Forbidden DH Guide |
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LOWER CHAIN GUIDE |
LOWER CHAIN GUIDE e.13 | LG1 Plus ISCG05 | 28-34T | DMB | Lower Roller |
LOWER CHAIN GUIDE E13 Lg1+ 2 Bolt Custom |
LOWER CHAIN GUIDE E13 Lg1+ 2 Bolt Custom |
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BOTTOM BRACKET |
BOTTOM BRACKET |
BOTTOM BRACKET SRAM DUB Threaded BSA Wide 28.99mm Spindle | DUB | Threaded BSA |
BOTTOM BRACKET SRAM DUB Threaded BSA Wide 28.99mm Spindle | DUB | Threaded BSA |
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FRONT HUB |
FRONT HUB |
FRONT HUB Crankbrothers 110x20mm | 28-Hole | 6-Bolt | Black Anodized |
FRONT HUB Crankbrothers 110x20mm | 28-Hole | 6-Bolt | Black Anodized |
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FRONT AXLE |
FRONT AXLE |
FRONT AXLE Maxle Stealth Included With Fork |
FRONT AXLE Maxle Stealth Included With Fork |
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REAR HUB |
REAR HUB |
REAR HUB Crankbrothers Ratchet Internals | HG Driver | 148x12mm | 32hole | 6-Bolt | Black Anodized Decal |
REAR HUB Crankbrothers Ratchet Internals | HG Driver | 148x12mm | 32hole | 6-Bolt | Black Anodized Decal |
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REAR AXLE |
REAR AXLE Burgtec 180 x 1.0mm Axle UDH |
REAR AXLE SRAM Maxle Stealth |
REAR AXLE SRAM Maxle Stealth |
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SPOKES |
SPOKES |
SPOKES Sapim Race 2.0/1.8/2.0mm | Double Butted | Black ED Coated Stainless | Black Brass 14mm Nipples |
SPOKES Sapim Race 2.0/1.8/2.0mm | Double Butted | Black ED Coated Stainless | Black Brass 14mm Nipples |
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RIMS |
RIMS |
RIMS Crankbrothers Synthesis DH - Alloy Front 31.5mm / Rear 31.5mm Internal Width | Tubeless Ready | Black with Grey Graphics |
RIMS Crankbrothers Synthesis DH - Alloy Front 31.5mm / Rear 31.5mm Internal Width | Tubeless Ready | Black with Grey Graphics |
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FRONT TIRE |
FRONT TIRE |
FRONT TIRE Maxxis Assegai - 3C MaxxGrip - DH 29 x 2.5 | 3C MaxxGrip Rubber Compound | 60tpi | Folding | Tubeless Ready | DH Casing |
FRONT TIRE Maxxis Assegai - 3C MaxxGrip - DH 29 x 2.5 | 3C MaxxGrip Rubber Compound | 60tpi | Folding | Tubeless Ready | DH Casing |
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REAR TIRE |
REAR TIRE |
REAR TIRE Maxxis DHRII - 3C MaxxGrip - Double Down 29/27.5 x 2.4 | 3C MaxxGrip Rubber Compound | 60tpi | Folding | Tubeless Ready | DH Casing |
REAR TIRE Maxxis DHRII - 3C MaxxGrip - Double Down 29/27.5 x 2.4 | 3C MaxxGrip Rubber Compound | 60tpi | Folding | Tubeless Ready | DH Casing |
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Included |
Included SRAM Universal Derailleur Hanger |
Included Stans Sealant 200ml |
Included Stans Sealant 200ml |
*Please note: we make every effort to ensure accuracy of the Spec Information, but they are subject to change.
*Please note: we make every effort to ensure accuracy of the Spec Information, but they are subject to change.
Size Guide
Size Guide
S1
S1
S2
S2
S3
S3
S4
S4
5'2
158cm
5'6
168cm
5'6
168cm
5'10
178cm
5'10
178cm
6'2
188cm
6'2
188cm
6'6
198cm
29" Geometry
29" Geometry
| Fork Size 200mm | S1 | S2 | S3 | S4 | |
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| A | Reach | 425 | 447 | 470 | 492 |
| B | Stack | 627 | 636 | 645 | 654 |
| C | Hori. Top Tube Length | 579 | 603 | 628 | 653 |
| D | Seat Tube Length | 400 | 420 | 440 | 470 |
| E | Seat Tube Angle (Effective) | 76.3 | 76.3 | 76.3 | 76.3 |
| F | Seat Tube Angle (Actual) | 69.3 | 71.5 | 73.2 | 74.7 |
| G | Head Tube Length | 90 | 100 | 110 | 120 |
| H | Head Tube Angle | 63.5 | 63.5 | 63.5 | 63.5 |
| I | Front Center | 781 | 808 | 835 | 862 |
| J | Rear Center | 431 | 446 | 460 | 475 |
| K | Wheel base | 1212 | 1253 | 1295 | 1336 |
| L | BB Drop | -17.0 | -17.0 | -17.0 | -17.0 |
| M | BB Height | 356 | 356 | 356 | 356 |
| N | Stand Over | 750 | 760 | 769 | 777 |
| O | Fork Length | 601 | 601 | 601 | 601 |
| P | Fork Offset | 46 | 46 | 46 | 46 |
MX Geometry
MX Geometry
| Fork Size 200mm | S1 | S2 | S3 | S4 | |
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| A | Reach | 420 | 443 | 466 | 488 |
| B | Stack | 631 | 640 | 649 | 658 |
| C | Hori. Top Tube Length | 580 | 604 | 629 | 654 |
| D | Seat Tube Length | 400 | 420 | 440 | 470 |
| E | Seat Tube Angle (Effective) | 75.8 | 75.8 | 75.8 | 75.8 |
| F | Seat Tube Angle (Actual) | 68.9 | 71.0 | 72.8 | 74.3 |
| G | Head Tube Length | 90 | 100 | 110 | 120 |
| H | Head Tube Angle | 63.1 | 63.1 | 63.1 | 63.1 |
| I | Front Center | 781 | 808 | 835 | 862 |
| J | Rear Center | 431 | 446 | 460 | 475 |
| K | Wheel base | 1212 | 1253 | 1295 | 1336 |
| L | BB Drop | -10.6 | -10.6 | -10.6 | -10.6 |
| M | BB Height | 350 | 350 | 350 | 350 |
| N | Stand Over | 750 | 760 | 769 | 777 |
| O | Fork Length | 601 | 601 | 601 | 601 |
| P | Fork Offset | 46 | 46 | 46 | 46 |
Size Guide
29" Geometry
MX Geometry
Technical Info
Technical Info
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Rear Shock (Framekit)
Super Deluxe Coil Ultimate DH | Spring: S1=300lb, S2=350lb, S3=400lb, S4=450lbs
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Fork Length (Max.)
611mm
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Shock Length (Eye - Eye)
225mm
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Recommended Fork Offset
46mm, 48mm, 52mm
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Shock Stroke
75mm
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Recommended Headset
ZS49/28.6 EC49/30
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Shock Hardware
30x8mm Lower | Trunnion Upper
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Rear Dropout Spacing (O.L.D.)
148mm
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Bottom Bracket
83mm BSA Threaded
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Chain Line
56.5mm
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Max Chain Ring
S1: 34T S2: 34T S3: 36T S4: 38T
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Seat Post Diameter
31.6mm
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Brake Mount
200mm Post Mount
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ISCG 05
Lower Tabs Only
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Max. Tire Size
29 x 2.5
The industry’s only TRULYPROPORTIONAL geometry.
The industry’s only TRULY PROPORTIONAL geometry.
Things You Should Know
Things You Should Know
Things YouShould Know
Things You Should Know
01 Trifecta V2 Platform
02 Limited Lifetime Warranty
03 Hardware
04 Idler Pulley System
05 Modular Drop Outs
06 Frame Protection
07 Cable Routing
08 Sensible Standards
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Trifecta V2 Platform
Trifecta V2 Platform
The V2 Trifecta Platform allows us to fine tune kinematics for each bike. Our Factory Team wanted more sensitivity and grip. So we delivered a DH optimized leverage curve and braking characteristics. The end result is a bike that begs you to stay off the brakes a little longer and remains completely composed when the anchors are dropped.
The V2 Trifecta Platform allows us to fine tune kinematics for each bike. Our Factory Team wanted more sensitivity and grip. So we delivered a DH optimized leverage curve and braking characteristics. The end result is a bike that begs you to stay off the brakes a little longer and remains completely composed when the anchors are dropped.
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Limited Lifetime Warranty
Limited Lifetime Warranty
We stand behind the products we make. That’s why all our bikes are backed by the Forbidden Limited Lifetime Frame Warranty.
We stand behind the products we make. That’s why all our bikes are backed by the Forbidden Limited Lifetime Frame Warranty.
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Hardware
Hardware
The bearing-in-rocker design of our new forged Rate Control Linkage allows us to use locking collet axles and oversized bearings for easy maintenance and dependability. This option isn’t the lightest but trading a few grams for a long-lasting, easily serviced linkage, is a no-brainer.
The bearing-in-rocker design of our new forged Rate Control Linkage allows us to use locking collet axles and oversized bearings for easy maintenance and dependability. This option isn’t the lightest but trading a few grams for a long-lasting, easily serviced linkage, is a no-brainer.
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Idler Pulley System
Idler Pulley System
The Supernought sports an 18-tooth steel idler equipped with a solid lube bearing out of the box. The optimized tooth profile and our next-gen Race Guide are built to last and limit chain drop.
The Supernought sports an 18-tooth steel idler equipped with a solid lube bearing out of the box. The optimized tooth profile and our next-gen Race Guide are built to last and limit chain drop.
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Modular Drop Outs
Modular Drop Outs
Straight from the World Cup pits. By using modular dropouts we’ve added another level of performance tuning to your ride. Dropouts are easily swapped for different wheel sizes as well as meaningful geometry and weight bias adjustments.
Straight from the World Cup pits. By using modular dropouts we’ve added another level of performance tuning to your ride. Dropouts are easily swapped for different wheel sizes as well as meaningful geometry and weight bias adjustments.
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Frame Protection
Frame Protection
A quiet bike is a fast bike and a clean bike is less prone to problems, so we developed a full suite of custom frame protection to keep the noisy bits quiet and the hard to clean bits free from crud.
A quiet bike is a fast bike and a clean bike is less prone to problems, so we developed a full suite of custom frame protection to keep the noisy bits quiet and the hard to clean bits free from crud.
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Cable Routing
Cable Routing
The rear brake line is routed externally for quick and easy removal, servicing, and replacement. Derailleur cable and housing are cleverly secured by the bump stop on the head tube and a clamping cable port at the seatstay to eliminate rattling.
The rear brake line is routed externally for quick and easy removal, servicing, and replacement. Derailleur cable and housing are cleverly secured by the bump stop on the head tube and a clamping cable port at the seatstay to eliminate rattling.
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Sensible Standards
Sensible Standards
Threaded 83mm BB, 148mm boost rear wheel spacing optimized for DH cassettes, press-in headset cups – we only use what makes sense from a design and durability standpoint.
Threaded 83mm BB, 148mm boost rear wheel spacing optimized for DH cassettes, press-in headset cups – we only use what makes sense from a design and durability standpoint.