SELECTED BEST XCO MTB OF THE YEAR 2023
This mountain bike was selected XCO Mountain Bike of the Year 2023 by the speciality magazine VTT Mag following a large test conducted by readers. It was praised in comparison with many other models of competing brands, and was chosen for its performance, versatility, and excellent value for money.
The entire test is available in edition 379 of "VTT MAG"
Weight
S: 12.0 kg
M: 12,1 kg
L: 12.3 kg
XL: 12.5 kg
Weight without pedals but with inner tubes
Frame
Full carbon (frame and connecting rod)
1980 grams in size M with connecting rod and screws
120 mm travel
31.6 mm seat post
Compatible with telescopic seat posts (internal passage)
Thru axle
Boost format
PressFit 92 casing
Compatible with 1 bottle cage
Sram UDH derailleur hanger Frame not compatible with T Type derailleurs
Drive train
Sram GX AXS rear derailleur
Truvativ Stylo 7K aluminium crankset (170 mm in S and M, and 175 mm in L and XL)
34T chainring (compatible with 30, 32, 34 and 36T)
SRAM PG1275 10-52 cassette (520%)
Sram PF 92 bottom bracket
Suspension
RockShox SID Base 120 mm Fork
35 mm damping rods
Rush RL cartridge
Thru axle
Boost format
RockShox Twist Lock 2022 2-position remote lockout
Weight: 1690 grams
RockShox SidLuxe Select + 190 x 45 mm shock absorber
Specific model suited to the kinematics of the bike
Weight 236 grams
Wheels
Reynolds TR309/289 XC 29
1665 g
Carbon fibre, hookless, Tubeless Ready rims
Width: 30 mm / 28 mm
Freehub: Reynolds TR MTN
Spokes (front/rear): 24 / 28 - Sapim Sprint
Centerlock rotor mounting
Lifetime warranty (when registered on the Reynolds website)
Brakes
Sram Level TL
Sram Centerline 180 mm front and 160 mm rear rotors
6-bolt rotors
HANDLEBARS, STEM, GRIPS
Rockrider aluminium stem
-7° angle
60 mm in size S
70 mm in size M
80 mm in size L
90 mm in size XL
Rockrider aluminium flat handlebar
720 mm wide
6.5° angle
256 g
Grips: Rockrider 900 Lock On
Saddle & seatpost
Saddle Fizik Argo Vento
230 g
TranzX telescoping seat post
Diameter: 31,6 mm
Length: 400 mm
Travel: 120mm (S) 150mm (M, L and XL)
Insertion limit: 80 mm (120) - 120 mm (150)
Max height (at insertion limit): 281 mm(120) - 318 mm(150) - 358 mm(170)
Control: offset on handlebar
Material: 6061 aluminium
Head offset: 15mm
Weight: 600 g
Tyres
Front:
Hutchinson Kraken Racing Lab 29 x 2.30
Tubeless Ready
Race Ripost XC compound
127 TPI carcass
Weight: 700 g
Rear:
Hutchinson Kraken Racing Lab Hardskin 29 x 2.30
Hardskin protection
Tubeless Ready
Race Ripost XC compound
66 TPI carcass
Weight: 800g
Pedals
Rockrider 520 Grip resin flat pedals
COMFORT AND SAFETY
Your bike's equipment (drivetrain, brakes, etc.) will move around during the first few months of use. Please contact your nearest store's workshop to have your bike correctly adjusted.
Tips for storage and maintenance
Do not wash
Do not bleach
Do not tumble dry
Do not iron
Do not dry-clean
Storage tips
After washing, pass a dry cloth to remove all traces of moisture. Lubricate the drive train and store the bike in a cool, dry place away from corrosive products and salty air.
Restrictions on use
Not suitable for MTB Enduro, BMX and DH use
