All articles tagged with #suspension system
The Liv Pique Advanced 29 is a high-performance, lightweight XC race bike with a modern geometry, advanced suspension, and a competitive weight of around 10.1 kg, designed for speed and efficiency on cross-country courses.
Pinkbike's new RockShox Flight Attendant XC suspension system automatically switches between three compression damping modes, sparking a discussion on the value of a lockout. While it may offer a modest advantage for professional cross-country racers, its benefits for regular riders on long climbs are debatable. The main downside is the risk of forgetting to unlock it for descents. Pinkbike's poll asks readers about their lockout usage and reasons for not using it more often.
Specialized has launched the new Epic 8 and Epic 8 EVO bikes, featuring updated designs for top-end XC racing and lightweight trail applications. The new bikes boast custom-tuned shocks and SRAM’s latest Flight Attendant system, replacing the Brain shock technology, and are claimed to be "the fastest XC race bike in the world." With 120mm of travel, updated geometry, and carbon frames, the bikes offer improved efficiency, reduced pedal bob, and enhanced suspension performance. The Epic 8 EVO has morphed into a short-travel trail rig, while the Epic 8 is targeted at XC racing.
Specialized has launched the Roubaix SL8, the latest version of its endurance road bike, featuring a brand new Future Shock 3.0 suspension system. The bike has undergone frame design improvements, reduced weight, and increased tire clearance. The Future Shock 3.0 offers 20mm of travel and 30mm of stack height adjustment, with different spec tiers and spring rates available. The Roubaix SL8 models come in various spec options, with the top-tier S-Works model featuring a Sram Red AXS groupset and Roval Terra CLX II wheels. The bike is designed to provide a smoother and more controlled ride, with increased comfort and compliance.