But thanks to made-in-Portugal production it’s much cheaper than we expected, without cutting corners. And new BiTurbo RSX mountain bike wheels take the monocoque full carbon 6-spoke platform to new levels with a 33mm internal width, yet still a few grams shaved off. Ratios are limited to just two options, namely a compact 50/34T and a semi-compact 52/36T. Based in the Czech Republic for 15+ years, he is a technical mountain biker, adventurous gravel rider, short & medium-haul bikepacker. Cory travels extensively across Europe riding bikes, meeting with key European product developers, industry experts & tastemakers for an in-depth review of what’s new, and what’s coming next. A refined carbon layup let Bike Ahead widen to a 33mm internal hookless rim profile (5mm wider than the RS) while dropping 20g off the pair in either 27.5” or 29” diameters.
This Hyper Havoc Mountain Bike is the key to outdoor fun. It has a lightweight aluminum frame that lets users ride harder for longer, providing a reliable experience. Invoices over $2,000 are not able to be paid by the credit card you have on file.
The industry benchmark in Hyper Naked performance with razor sharp handling, thrilling 890cc triple‑cylinder power, class-leading technology and a radical new look. The 245mm long saddle comes in 135mm or 146mm widths. The narrower has a claimed weight of 70g, 74g with the microfiber top. Bike Ahead says their 369€ The Hypersaddle uses innovative injection bonding manufacturing tech for max strength between shell, rails and top. It also helped create hollow carbon longer rails for more position adjustment.
Follow them throughout the entire SuperMotocross season and learn what it takes to build champions. Kona shares an endearing story of a Southern Californian meeting a Pacific Northwesterner halfway up the west coast to ride bikes, & share the experience. The Frame is the result of some behind-the-scenes industry development we’ve been following since the new factory opened in 2020. A new company Carbon Team was set up a few years ago to bring advanced carbon manufacturing back into the EU. Behind it were a few Portuguese companies, a big Taiwanese design backer, and the German carbon specialists of All Ahead Composites – Bike Ahead’s parent company. The bike faces issues with chain, tires, and suspension over time.
The key factor for me though is the servicing cost is relatively low. A cassette and chain, the main two items that’ll wear, aren’t going to break the bank when they need replacing. The crankarms are available in lengths of 160mm, 165mm, 170mm, 172.5mm and 175mm, and have new, more square look that compliments the rear mech.
They also now are stronger, making them approved for heavier riders up to 115kg with gear. That’s actually a 20kg increase over the RS, which should be confidence-inspiring to riders looking to push these beyond ultralight XC race bikes. 105 may have made gears mechanical again, but there is no return to rim brakes, unfortunately.
The shaping of the hoods remains the same (comfortable), while the rubber is supple and grippy. That’s a must for me as I ride without gloves in warm weather, and unpadded gloves in the cold. On longer downhills it feels more relaxing and natural, especially hyper bike when riding in the drops. When in the hoods though (where I spend probably 90% of the time) things don’t feel any different for light braking with my top two fingers. The upper curved section is still the same, allowing your index finger to rest naturally.
A complex layered carbon structure and the “generous central drop” recess in the shell allow Bike Ahead to tune flex & stiffness for improved rider comfort. Then an optional laminated synthetic Alcantara cover hyper bike provides a comfortable, non-slip finish. Entice customers to sign up for your mailing list with discounts or exclusive offers. It’s loosing contact that is critical and there is a point that happens.
Also, as it was fitted to the Ribble CGR SL gravel bike, it was coated in mud and grit many times over too. From a performance point of view, apart from the extra cog very little has changed over the 11-speed predecessor R7000. Vittoria Corsa PRO Control is Polti Kometa team’s tire choice to tackle the most extreme weather conditions and road surfaces such as cobblestones and gravel. I feel like that was at a hyper critical point in the race and that gave Jett an extra 4 bike lengths not to mention it would have to mentally distract you for a little bit.
The new ‘blade’ has a curvier shape when seen from the side, bringing it slighter closer to the handlebar. Officially the previous rear mech could handle a largest sprocket of 34T, but this newer version can cope with a 36T. Handy really, as that is the largest on offer in the range. Officially, the 6-spoke monocoque Bike Ahead BiTurbo RSX wheels are rated for cross-country, marathon, and downcountry mountain biking. They feature a 24.5mm rim depth, DT Swiss hub internals available in all the MTB freehub standards, and come with wheelbags & tubeless valves. Claimed wheelset weight is 1279g for a 27.5 pair, or 1329g for 29” wheels.