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Vitus Sommet 275 Frame (2020) Full Sus Mountain Bike Frames
  • £699.99
  • RRP £1799.99
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Pair it up with a 170mm travel fork and there is no limit to what the Sommet 275 can handle, with more traction and more control, you will experience the confidence to conquer the mountain. If you’re aiming for the enduro podium or want to push your riding to the limits on your favourite trail, the Sommet 275 is with you all the way. Key Features: 6061-T6 double butted Aluminium frame with external cable routing for easy maintenance Big hitting enduro frame ready to tame the roughest terrain 27.5" platform is responsive and agile 160mm rear travel handled by a RockShox Super Deluxe Select R shock 148mm x 12mm boost rear axle spacing Robust plastic down tube protection with rubber seat stay and chainstay protection Intended Use: Enduro Frameset Includes: Frame: Sommet 6061-T6 double butted Aluminium frame, external cable routing, tapered head tube, post disc brake mounts, BSA threaded BB, Boost hub spacing – 148mm x 12mm thru axle Rear Shock: RockShox Super Deluxe Select R, 205mm x 62.5mm, trunnion mount Headset: Acros AZX-212-CO R5, ZS44/28.6 upper and ZS56/40 lower to suit 1-1/8" upper tapered to 1.5" lower headtube Seat Screw: Vitus, 34.9mm Diameter (frame uses 31.6mm seat post - seat post not included) Axle: Vitus, 181mm Length, 20mm Thread Length, M12xP1.5 Thread Pitch Frame Protection: Plastic down tube protector, rubber chain stay and inner seat stay protection

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Merida Big Seven 20 Mountain Bike 2023 - Hardtail MTB
  • £700.00

Merida's heartland has always been bombproof aluminium hardtails. Half a century of frame building experience counts for a lot.All Big Nine and Big Seven models use a sophisticated TFS frame featuring the latest technology: full internal cable routing for a clean, neat set up, tapered headtube offering the potential for future upgrades inboard disc brake mounts protect the brake and maximise stopping powerAs much Shimano componentry as possible has been added to complement the modern frame and enhance reliability.There are a wide range of sizes; Big Seven for shorter riders and Big Nine for taller riders with a healthy overlap between the two. For riders in the middle, riding style can be taken into account. If you are looking for speed and efficiency choose a Big Nine, if you are looking for agility chose a Big Seven.

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Merida Big Nine 20 Mountain Bike 2023 - Hardtail MTB
  • £700.00

Merida's heartland has always been bombproof aluminium hardtails. Half a century of frame building experience counts for a lot.All Big Nine and Big Seven models use a sophisticated TFS frame featuring the latest technology: full internal cable routing for a clean, neat set up, tapered headtube offering the potential for future upgrades inboard disc brake mounts protect the brake and maximise stopping powerAs much Shimano componentry as possible has been added to complement the modern frame and enhance reliability.There are a wide range of sizes; Big Nine for taller riders and Big Seven for shorter riders with a healthy overlap between the two. For riders in the middle, riding style can be taken into account. If you are looking for speed and efficiency choose a Big Nine, if you are looking for agility chose a Big Seven.

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Vitus Rapide 29 Mountain Bike - Velocity Blue - Black, Velocity Blue - Black
  • £712.49
  • RRP £949.99
  • Saving you £25

Vitus Rapide 29 Mountain BikeReady to help you attack the most challenging cross country (XC) routes, the Rapide 29 brings you agile control and a confidence-inspiring ride. It’s built around a tough 6061-T6 Aluminium frame with modern geometry and boasts trail-ready components. These include the smooth performing RockShox Recon Silver RL forks, slick shifting Shimano Deore 1x10 speed gears and powerful Shimano hydraulic disc brakes.Benefitting from the proven geometry of its carbon sibling, the Vitus Rapide 29 Mountain Bike is an assured aluminium hardtail that’s well equipped for fun on the trails or competing in cross-country races.Ticking all the right boxes, this bike is light, nimble and, above all, fun. Superlatives aside, the Rapide 29 is, simply, an excellent cross-country mountain bike. Refined in looks and performance, it’s the perfect platform for building your confidence in the XC and marathon race scene.A single front chainring, internal cable routing and durable 10-speed Shimano Deore groupset offer plenty of gear range whilst keeping the maintenance low - something you will be thankful for once the filthier winter months draw in and the trails get ugly. A 100mm Rockshox suspension fork takes the edge off the bumps to keep your momentum and speed up.Sure, you can take the Rapide out for a good thrashing on the trails and squeeze every ounce of performance from your legs in a race, or you can mellow-back and let the easy-rolling 29er cruise along without stress. Such is the joy of a great hardtail - the Rapide is no one-trick pony.Please Note: Due to volatility in the bicycle supply chain we may slightly alter the specification of the component parts supplied with this bicycle. Where this happens we have listed the alternate product in the specification table and have ensured that this is of either equivalent or superior specification to the stock component.Key Features: Fast, responsive and fun handling that's super efficient on the climbs RockShox Recon Silver RL forks Shimano Deore 1x10 speed drivetrain Shimano hydraulic disc brakes Tubeless ready WTB ST i25 rims with tape already applied Fast-rolling Schwalbe Racing Ray & Racing Ralph tyresFeatures: Frame: Rapide 6061-T6 Aluminium, Post disc brake mounts, BSA threaded BB, Boost hub spacing - 148x12mm thru axle Fork: RockShox Recon Silver RL 29”, 100mm travel, remote lockout, Solo Air, Motion Control damper, 32mm stanchions, tapered alloy steerer, Boost hub spacing - 110x15mm Maxle Stealth axle, 51mm offset Headset: Acros AiX-322 R3, IS41.8mm/28.6mm upper & ZS52mm/40mm lower Handlebar: Vitus 6061 Alloy, 5mm rise, 9° back sweep, S: 720mm wide, M/ L/XL: 740mm wide Stem: Vitus 6061 Alloy, Reach - S: 70mm, M:80mm, L:90mm, XL: 100mm, 31.8mm Handlebar Clamp Diameter, -7° Rise Grip(Tape): Vitus lock on Front Rim: WTB ST i25 TCS 2.0, 29” 32h tubeless tape fitted Rear Rim: WTB ST i25 TCS 2.0, 29” 32h tubeless tape fitted Front Hub: Vitus KT DHF112, 32H, 6-bolt disc fitment, 110x15mm Rear Hub: Vitus KT H5ER-SH, 32H, 6-bolt disc fitment, 148x12mm Front Tyre: Schwalbe Racing Ray EVO, Snakeskin, TLE, Addix speedgrip, 29” x 2.25” Rear Tyre: Schwalbe Racing Ralph EVO, Snakeskin, TLE Addix speed, 29” x 2.25” Chain: KMC X10, 10-Speed, 112 Links Crankset: Shimano MT501, 30T Narrow Wide Chainring, S: 170mm Crank Length M/L/XL: 175mm Crank Length Bottom Bracket: Shimano BB52, BSA threaded Front Brake Set: Shimano Deore MT400 or Clarks M4, Post Mount, Shimano: Two Piston Caliper, Clarks: Four Piston Caliper Rear Brake Set: Shimano Deore MT400 or Clarks M4, Post Mount, Shimano: Two Piston Caliper, Clarks: Four Piston Caliper Rotors: Shimano RT56 or Clarks M4, 180mm Front, 160mm Rear, 6 Bolt Hub Fitment Rear Derailleur: Shimano Deore M5120, 10-Speed, Shadow Plus, Long cage Rear Shifter: Shimano Deore M4100, 10-Speed, Rapidfire Plus Cassette: Sunrace CSMS2, 10-Speed, 11-46T range Saddle: Vitus, black, Steel rails Seat Post: Vitus 6061 Alloy, 31.6mm Diameter x 400mm Long Seat Screw: Vitus bolt, 34.9mm Weight: Medium: 12.9kg (tubeless setup)Easy AssemblyWhen you order a bike, one of our trained mechanics will carefully prepare and pack your bike for shipping. Upon delivery, the assembly is simple and all necessary tools and plastic pedals are conveniently included in the box.Depending on the delivery service and destination, bikes will either be delivered in a large or a small box. Below is a guide as to how your bike will arrive: All bikes for delivery within the UK and Republic of Ireland will be delivered in a large box, except for kids’ bikes and BMX bikes, which are always delivered in manufacturer’s boxes. All bikes for delivery within the EU on a standard service will be delivered in a large box. If an express delivery option is chosen, your bike will be packed into a small box. Again, the exception is kids’ bikes and BMX bikes, which are always delivered in manufacturer’s boxes. All bikes for worldwide delivery outside the EU will be delivered in small boxes.This video demonstrates assembly from a SMALL BOX.This video demonstrates assembly from a LARGE BOX.Buy Vitus Bikes from Chain Reaction Cycles, the World's Largest Online Bike Store.

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Vitus Rapide 29 Mountain Bike - Velocity Blue - Black - XL, Velocity Blue - Black
  • £712.49
  • RRP £949.99
  • Saving you £25

Vitus Rapide 29 Mountain BikeReady to help you attack the most challenging cross country (XC) routes, the Rapide 29 brings you agile control and a confidence-inspiring ride. It’s built around a tough 6061-T6 Aluminium frame with modern geometry and boasts trail-ready components. These include the smooth performing RockShox Recon Silver RL forks, slick shifting Shimano Deore 1x10 speed gears and powerful Shimano hydraulic disc brakes.Benefitting from the proven geometry of its carbon sibling, the Vitus Rapide 29 Mountain Bike is an assured aluminium hardtail that’s well equipped for fun on the trails or competing in cross-country races.Ticking all the right boxes, this bike is light, nimble and, above all, fun. Superlatives aside, the Rapide 29 is, simply, an excellent cross-country mountain bike. Refined in looks and performance, it’s the perfect platform for building your confidence in the XC and marathon race scene.A single front chainring, internal cable routing and durable 10-speed Shimano Deore groupset offer plenty of gear range whilst keeping the maintenance low - something you will be thankful for once the filthier winter months draw in and the trails get ugly. A 100mm Rockshox suspension fork takes the edge off the bumps to keep your momentum and speed up.Sure, you can take the Rapide out for a good thrashing on the trails and squeeze every ounce of performance from your legs in a race, or you can mellow-back and let the easy-rolling 29er cruise along without stress. Such is the joy of a great hardtail - the Rapide is no one-trick pony.Please Note: Due to volatility in the bicycle supply chain we may slightly alter the specification of the component parts supplied with this bicycle. Where this happens we have listed the alternate product in the specification table and have ensured that this is of either equivalent or superior specification to the stock component.Key Features: Fast, responsive and fun handling that's super efficient on the climbs RockShox Recon Silver RL forks Shimano Deore 1x10 speed drivetrain Shimano hydraulic disc brakes Tubeless ready WTB ST i25 rims with tape already applied Fast-rolling Schwalbe Racing Ray & Racing Ralph tyresFeatures: Frame: Rapide 6061-T6 Aluminium, Post disc brake mounts, BSA threaded BB, Boost hub spacing - 148x12mm thru axle Fork: RockShox Recon Silver RL 29”, 100mm travel, remote lockout, Solo Air, Motion Control damper, 32mm stanchions, tapered alloy steerer, Boost hub spacing - 110x15mm Maxle Stealth axle, 51mm offset Headset: Acros AiX-322 R3, IS41.8mm/28.6mm upper & ZS52mm/40mm lower Handlebar: Vitus 6061 Alloy, 5mm rise, 9° back sweep, S: 720mm wide, M/ L/XL: 740mm wide Stem: Vitus 6061 Alloy, Reach - S: 70mm, M:80mm, L:90mm, XL: 100mm, 31.8mm Handlebar Clamp Diameter, -7° Rise Grip(Tape): Vitus lock on Front Rim: WTB ST i25 TCS 2.0, 29” 32h tubeless tape fitted Rear Rim: WTB ST i25 TCS 2.0, 29” 32h tubeless tape fitted Front Hub: Vitus KT DHF112, 32H, 6-bolt disc fitment, 110x15mm Rear Hub: Vitus KT H5ER-SH, 32H, 6-bolt disc fitment, 148x12mm Front Tyre: Schwalbe Racing Ray EVO, Snakeskin, TLE, Addix speedgrip, 29” x 2.25” Rear Tyre: Schwalbe Racing Ralph EVO, Snakeskin, TLE Addix speed, 29” x 2.25” Chain: KMC X10, 10-Speed, 112 Links Crankset: Shimano MT501, 30T Narrow Wide Chainring, S: 170mm Crank Length M/L/XL: 175mm Crank Length Bottom Bracket: Shimano BB52, BSA threaded Front Brake Set: Shimano Deore MT400 or Clarks M4, Post Mount, Shimano: Two Piston Caliper, Clarks: Four Piston Caliper Rear Brake Set: Shimano Deore MT400 or Clarks M4, Post Mount, Shimano: Two Piston Caliper, Clarks: Four Piston Caliper Rotors: Shimano RT56 or Clarks M4, 180mm Front, 160mm Rear, 6 Bolt Hub Fitment Rear Derailleur: Shimano Deore M5120, 10-Speed, Shadow Plus, Long cage Rear Shifter: Shimano Deore M4100, 10-Speed, Rapidfire Plus Cassette: Sunrace CSMS2, 10-Speed, 11-46T range Saddle: Vitus, black, Steel rails Seat Post: Vitus 6061 Alloy, 31.6mm Diameter x 400mm Long Seat Screw: Vitus bolt, 34.9mm Weight: Medium: 12.9kg (tubeless setup)Easy AssemblyWhen you order a bike, one of our trained mechanics will carefully prepare and pack your bike for shipping. Upon delivery, the assembly is simple and all necessary tools and plastic pedals are conveniently included in the box.Depending on the delivery service and destination, bikes will either be delivered in a large or a small box. Below is a guide as to how your bike will arrive: All bikes for delivery within the UK and Republic of Ireland will be delivered in a large box, except for kids’ bikes and BMX bikes, which are always delivered in manufacturer’s boxes. All bikes for delivery within the EU on a standard service will be delivered in a large box. If an express delivery option is chosen, your bike will be packed into a small box. Again, the exception is kids’ bikes and BMX bikes, which are always delivered in manufacturer’s boxes. All bikes for worldwide delivery outside the EU will be delivered in small boxes.This video demonstrates assembly from a SMALL BOX.This video demonstrates assembly from a LARGE BOX.Buy Vitus Bikes from Chain Reaction Cycles, the World's Largest Online Bike Store.

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Vitus Rapide 29 Mountain Bike Hard Tail Mountain Bikes
  • £712.49
  • RRP £949.99
  • Saving you £25

The Rapide 29 features a 6061-T6 Aluminium frame with modern geometry and boasts trail-ready components. These include the smooth performing RockShox Recon Silver RL forks, slick-shifting Shimano Deore 1x10 speed gears and powerful Shimano hydraulic disc brakes. Benefitting from the proven geometry of its carbon sibling, the Vitus Rapide 29 Mountain Bike is an assured aluminium hardtail that’s well equipped for fun on the trails or competing in cross-country races. Ticking all the right boxes, this bike is light, nimble and, above all, fun. Superlatives aside, the Rapide 29 is, simply, an excellent cross-country mountain bike. Refined in looks and performance, it’s the perfect platform for building your confidence in the XC and marathon race scene. A single front chainring, internal cable routing and durable 10-speed Shimano Deore groupset offer plenty of gear range whilst keeping the maintenance low - something you will be thankful for once the filthier winter months draw in and the trails get ugly. A 100mm RockShox suspension fork takes the edge off the bumps to keep your momentum and speed up. Sure, you can take the Rapide out for a good thrashing on the trails and squeeze every ounce of performance from your legs in a race, or you can mellow-back and let the easy-rolling 29er cruise along without stress. Such is the joy of a great hardtail - the Rapide is no one-trick pony. Key Features: Fast, responsive and fun handling that's super-efficient on the climbs RockShox Recon Silver RL forks Shimano Deore 1x10 speed drivetrain Shimano hydraulic disc brakes Tubeless Ready WTB ST i25 rims with tape already applied Fast-rolling Schwalbe Racing Ray & Racing Ralph tyres Features: Frame: Rapide 6061-T6 Aluminium, Post disc brake mounts, BSA threaded BB, Boost hub spacing – 148x12mm thru axle Fork: RockShox Recon Silver RL 29”, 100mm travel, remote lockout, Solo Air, Motion Control damper, 32mm stanchions, tapered alloy steerer, Boost hub spacing – 110x15mm Maxle Stealth axle, 51mm offset Headset: Acros AiX-322 R3, IS41.8mm/28.6mm upper & ZS52mm/40mm lower Handlebar: Vitus 6061 Alloy, 5mm rise, 9° back sweep, S: 720mm wide, M/ L/XL: 740mm wide Stem: Vitus 6061 Alloy, Reach - S: 70mm, M:80mm, L:90mm, XL: 100mm, 31.8mm Handlebar Clamp Diameter, -7° Rise Grip(Tape): Vitus lock on Front Rim: WTB ST i25 TCS 2.0, 29” 32h tubeless tape fitted Rear Rim: WTB ST i25 TCS 2.0, 29” 32h tubeless tape fitted Front Hub: Vitus KT DHF112, 32H, 6-bolt disc fitment, 110x15mm Rear Hub: Vitus KT H5ER-SH, 32H, 6-bolt disc fitment, 148x12mm Front Tyre: Schwalbe Racing Ray EVO, Snakeskin, TLE, Addix speedgrip, 29” x 2.25” Rear Tyre: Schwalbe Racing Ralph EVO, Snakeskin, TLE Addix speed, 29” x 2.25” Chain: KMC X10, 10-Speed, 112 Links Crankset: Shimano MT501, 30T Narrow Wide Chainring, S: 170mm Crank Length M/L/XL: 175mm Crank Length Bottom Bracket: Shimano BB52, BSA threaded Front Brake Set: Shimano Deore MT400 or Clarks M4, Post Mount, Shimano: Two Piston Caliper, Clarks: Four Piston Caliper Rear Brake Set: Shimano Deore MT400 or Clarks M4, Post Mount, Shimano: Two Piston Caliper, Clarks: Four Piston Caliper Rotors: Shimano RT56 or Clarks M4, 180mm Front, 160mm Rear, 6 Bolt Hub Fitment Rear Derailleur: Shimano Deore M5120, 10-Speed, Shadow Plus, Long cage Rear Shifter: Shimano Deore M4100, 10-Speed, Rapidfire Plus Cassette: Sunrace CSMS2, 10-Speed, 11-46T range Saddle: Vitus, black, Steel rails Seat Post: Vitus 6061 Alloy, 31.6mm Diameter x 400mm Long Seat Screw: Vitus bolt, 34.9mm Weight: Medium: 12.9kg (tubeless setup) Built, Tuned and Ready to Ride Rest assured that each bike is fully built and tuned by Wiggle's team of qualified bike mechanics to ensure your bike arrives in perfect condition. We supply all bikes with a set of plastic pedals, a pedal wrench and a multi-tool kit. Find out which size fits you by clicking the size chart tab. Please Note: Due to ongoing issues in the global bike supply chain, manufacturers may substitute certain component items due to availability. In this situation, they will be replaced with the same quality or better performing parts.

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Scott Contessa Active 30 29" Mountain Bike 2022 - Hardtail MTB
  • £717.15
  • RRP £759.00
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The SCOTT Contessa Active 30 is a hard tail mountain bike that features a light Alloy Frame. The series comes fully equipped with a Suntour fork, perfect for those always on the go.

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Scott Aspect 940 29" Mountain Bike 2022 - Hardtail MTB
  • £717.15
  • RRP £759.00
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The SCOTT Aspect 940 is a hardtail mountain bike that is designed to be light, efficient and reasonably priced. Featuring a lockout mechanism for the fork, disc brakes and Syncros components, this is the perfect bike for the novice or budget conscious mountain biker.

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Liv Tempt 1 27.5" Mountain Bike 2022 - Hardtail MTB
  • £719.00
  • RRP £899.00
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Get on the dirt and ride your way to your first singletrack. Tempt is that friend that opens a whole new world to you.Confidence InspiringPerfect as your first mountain bike, the ALUXX-Grade Aluminum frame is lightweight, capable and durable.VersatileTempt’s performance-minded yet comfortable geometry gives it the versatility for both commutes around campus and off-road rides.XC ControlA suspension fork offers control, comfort and stability over bumpy terrain. Depending on frame size, the fork comes with 80mm or 100mm of travel.

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Giant Talon 29 1 Mountain Bike 2022 - Hardtail MTB
  • £719.00
  • RRP £899.00
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Push the pace on climbs, let loose on the descents. This aluminum hardtail gives you a feel for the trail with balanced, confident handling and a plush suspension fork.Proven alloy performanceALUXX aluminum frameset is hand-built in-house by the world leader in aluminum engineering.Balance and stabilityFrame geometry is designed to optimize the balance and roll-over capabilities of 29-inch wheels or the liveliness of 27.5-inch wheelsXC controlSuspension fork offers either 80mm or 100mm of smooth travel for added XC control.

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Cube Analog Hardtail Mountain Bike - 2022 - XL, Flashgrey'n'Red
  • £719.00
  • RRP £899.00
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A mountain bike hardtail is a great all-rounder and with the right set-up, the absolute handle on versatility. When configuring the new Analog, Cube therefore built in a SX Eagle 1x12 gearshift from SRAM: wide gear range, easy operation, reliable performance - perfect for ambitious trail riders. Then they gave it powerful hydraulic Shimano disc brakes and a RockShox Judy fork with 100 mm travel and lockout - maximum control guaranteed. The off-road package is completed by non-slip, 2.25 inch wide Schwalbe tyres, their Size Split system for the perfectly matched size and the option of upgrading the frame with a retractable seat post.Aluminium Lite AMF Double Butted frame with internal cable routing12-Speed SRAM SX Eagle drivetrainRockShox Judy Silver TK Coil 100mm with lockoutShimano MT200 hydraulic disc brakesNB: XS and S sizes use 27.5" wheels, M, L, XL and XXL sizes use 29" wheelsSize Chart:

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Manitou R7 Pro Mountain Bike Suspension Fork - Black - Boost, Black
  • £719.99
  • RRP £799.99
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Manitou R7 Pro Mountain Bike Suspension ForkThis versatile mountain bike (MTB) fork is equipped with 7000-series butted-wall aluminium legs, which allows it to deliver tremendous stiffness, strength and control on your off-road adventures. With a powerful Dorado Air spring with IVA, VTT Pro damper and Half Cartridge adjustable TPC rebound damping, it's ready for whatever the mountain has to offer. Manitou has also kitted out this version with a wide range of adjustments including three-position compression (Open, Trail, Lock) with Open Mode Adjust. This allows MTB and cross-country (XC) riders to benefit from a more rider-tuned feel that perfectly matches their style as well as the terrain conditions.VTT Pro DamperRock-solid lockout without compromise. Thanks to independent shim stacks you no longer need to lose sensitivity in your open positions to achieve a true lock-out. This means you can still crank climbs without bobbing and blast through rock gardens without shattering your forearms on the same ride.Dorado Air Spring with IVAAs the name suggests this air spring is derived from Manitou's legendary Dorado DH fork. Dorado air features a unique balancing valve that equalises pressure between the positive and negative air chambers during the air fill process. This provides the fork with a consistent feel without any flat or dead spots in the stroke. To manage the volume Manitou have included its Incremental Volume Adjust (IVA). The IVA is a self-contained volume reduction system that allows greater ramp-up change than conventional adjustment systems without the need for additional parts.Features: Leg Material: 7000-Series Butted Wall Aluminium Crown Material: Forged Aluminum, Deep Hollow Bore Axle: 15x110mm Hexlock Use: MTB, XC Steerer Diameter: 1.5" Tapered Leg Diameter: 32mm Spring: Dorado Air with IVA Compression Damping: VTT Pro Rebound Damping: Half Cartridge adjustable TPC Adjustments: Air, Rebound, 3-position Compression (Open, Trail, Lock) with Open Mode Adjust, IVA position Brake Post Mount: 160mm (203mm Max)Max Tyre Size: 68mm 77mm (27.5"+); 68mm (29")Offset: 37mm (27.5"); 44mm (27.5+/29")Ride Height: 471-511mm (27.5"); 485-525mm (27.5+/29")Travel: Multiple options available to selectE-Pac: No Weight: 1625g (27.5"); 1648g (27.5+/29")Technologies: VTT Pro Variable Terrain Tune - Adjustments: 3-Position Compression Adjust With Open Mode Adjust: When developing the VTT Pro damper Manitou set out with a goal to maintain a rock-solid lockout without compromising the open and mid settings. The downside to many dampers with firm lockout modes is that in any other position than lock-out you will reach some critical shaft velocity that choke off the low-speed flow path. When this happens the damper peaks at nearly the same lock-out force as the locked-out position. This translates to harsh force in the hands and possibly lack of control. The goal with VTT is to eliminate that high-speed spike while maintaining the lock-out force demanded by most XC users. This allows the fork to have a less progressive high-speed response while maintaining some low-speed support without getting wollowy. This is achieved thru independent shim stacks (one for Lockout, one for the other two positions). By controlling the shim stack through which the oil flow is diverted Manitou can manipulate the characteristic of the damper to be Lock-out, Digressive, or progressive to meet the demands of the rider and terrain. Dorado Air: For 32mm chassis Manitou are adapting its proven Dorado Air to fit the needs of shorter travel riders. The Manitou Dorado Air spring system contains a unique balancing valve that equalizes the positive and negative air chambers during the air fill process. This gives the spring rate a consistent feel without any flat or dead spots in the stroke, along with giving riders of different weights the same initial stroke feel. For R7 Manitou have tuned the volumes in each chamber to give ideal support and feel for shorter travel. Also included on the air leg is its Incremental Volume Adjust (IVA). The IVA modifies the volume in the positive air chamber with a set of self-contained spacers that dictate the fixed position of the IVA piston. This self-contained volume reduction system allows greater ramp-up change than conventional adjustment systems without the need for additional parts. Chassis: When developing the chassis of any Manitou fork the primary goal is finding the perfect balance of weight, stiffness, and reliability. Thanks to its Reverse Arch Manitou are able to position the arch further away from the axle. The lower tire clearance behind the fork relative to the center of the axle allows for a shorter arch which yields 13% increased stiffness compared to a conventional forward arch fork of the equivalent weight. Because of this, Manitou are able to use 32mm stanchions to save weight while keeping stiffness closer to that of a larger stanchion fork with a forward-facing arch.Buy Manitou Components from Chain Reaction Cycles, the World's Largest Online Bike Store.

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