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Fork: 2018 RockShox Boxxer Team, (27.5) 20mm Axle Travel: 200mm TOP Crown.Dropper Seatpost Routing, 150mm rear hub spacing Frame: Aluminum frame with 27.5 wheels and 200mm of rear travel.Specialized Demo 8 – $ 3500 Specifications Spec is dialed and it’s consistently less expensive than the competition, even other consumer direct brands. The Motobecane compares favorably to other contenders in the category. It’s very easy to move about in the cockpit without any tire interference.
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It’s a special purpose tool and this one is such a good value that it casts a wider net with prospective buyers. It’s especially attractive if there’s a bike park or convenient shuttle runs close by. All who rode the bike would have a hard time justifying a $ 5000-plus DH bike, but this bike at $ 2600 got us thinking. Tight turns and our classic ‘bowl’ 360-degree berm were a bit of a chore, but that’s just the nature of the beast and a matter of getting used to the category.Īll in all, this $ 2600 bike delivered. It was also very balanced on jumps and steep descents. Brakes were a delight, as they were powerful and easy to modulate.Īs the trail got loose the bike had good grip with the Maxxis Minion tires and stability enhancing long chainstays. The long waterfall rock garden section could be taken at slow, medium, or high speed with a multitude of option lines. And the common reaction among the test riders was “That’s it?” The bike was so calm, with the front and rear suspension working in concert with each other. We took this bike to a few local trails that get the blood flowing with nervous anxiety. The 200mm RockShox Boxer Team was dropped to lower bar height.