The Merida eOne-Sixty is a hard-hitting enduro-ready ebike which has wowed the press worldwide and become the most decorated, tested and awarded bike in Merida's 50 year history. E-Mountainbike gave it the 'BEST IN TEST' in their 'Best of 2021' eMTB group test, World of MTB also gave it their 'Best of 2021' award and FREERIDE gave the 9000 the almost perfect score of 9.5 out of ten, just to mention a few.The Merida eOne-Sixty is built around compact Shimano Steps motors, the Shimano design ethos is around natural riding, and the physical design of the motor allows Merida designers to create very short chainstays which deliver agile and “regular bike” geometry. To give the e-full suspension bikes precise steering, fantastic ‘rolling over obstacles’ behaviour yet maximum traction, we have combined a 29er front wheel with a 2.5" tyre and a 650B rear wheel, equipped with a slightly wider 2.6" tyre. The perfect combination of precision, playfulness and traction allowing you to feel planted when tackling the most demanding of trails.Shimano's e-Tube app allows you to tailor power delivery to suit your riding style, and even set two profiles, one for shredding and one for cruising.
MOUNTAIN BIKING WITH A BOOSTBEYOND CAPABLE, BOTH UP AND DOWN, IN EVEN THE MOST CHALLENGING TERRAINMAXIMIZING FUNThe Alpine Trail E will take you further, faster, allowing you to tackle the most aggressive trails either up or down.Key upgrades from Alpine Trail E1:Shimano STEPS EP8 system and 630Wh battery,Fox 38/Float DHX2 Performance Elite suspension,Shimano XT/SLX 12-speed drivetrain w/10-51t cassette,Shimano SLX 4-piston disc brakes.SERIES 4 ALUMINUM FRAMEAlpine Trail E models are built upon our Series 4 aluminum frames, with detailed forgings, highly manipulated tubes, and full internal cable routing, giving the rider the highest-end alloy frame that Marin offers, compatible with modern coil or air shocks.MULTITRAC SUSPENSIONThe Alpine Trail E features the same great, proven MultiTrac suspension technology, but optimized for the Shimano STEPS system. With this combination there is no need for platform or lockout levers, just get on and blast up the hills.MIXED WHEEL SIZES29” front and 27.5”+ rear wheel sizes are the ideal combination for the Alpine Trail E, with larger front wheel easily rolling over most any trail obstacle and offering the best cornering traction, while the burly 27.5” x 2.8” rear setup adds playfulness and enhances acceleration and braking traction.DROPPER POST OPTIMIZEDThe modern day trail rider needs their saddle out of the way at times, while low-slung frames require longer length posts. On the Alpine Trail E, seat tube lengths have been minimized, along with minimum insertion depths, so that riders of all sizes can get the proper extension needed.
You can tell the Stereo Hybrid 140 HPC TM 750 has tough trails in its sights. A Fox 36 Performance fork up front, paired with a Fox Float X Performance piggyback shock at the rear, delivers point-and-go rock-devouring precision. The light-but-tough Newmen wheelset, shod with Maxxis Assegai 2.5in and Minion DHR II 2.4in tyres, will help keep you rolling. Powerful Magura MT7 brakes keep your speed in check, on demand. And we paired Bosch's fourth-generation CX drive unit with Sram's wide-ranging GX Eagle transmission for fingertip shifting and seamless drive. We even included a remote dropper post. Because who knows what obstacle the next trail will throw your way...Frame descriptionEvolution never stops. That's why, across all frames in our SizeSplit system, the Stereo Hybrid 140 HPC now features the ability to house up to a 750Wh battery under its dust- and splash-proof cover. It means you can power the fourth-generation Bosch CX drive unit – with 85Nm of hill-devouring torque – on long rides, whatever frame size fits you best. The Boost 148 rear axle, large pivot bearings and All Mountain Geometry deliver assured handling, even when you're exploring the limits of the 140mm rear and 150mm front travel. Sram's UDH gear hanger helps protect against crash damage and is easily replaceable. And Integrated Cable Routing reduces maintenance and complements the clean lines of the full carbon main frame.
When speed comes calling, the Epic Expert doesn’t just answer, it yells back, ‘Catch me if you can!’Featuring the most efficient suspension platform ever to grace a World Cup start line, the Epic Expert pairs 100-millimeters of Brain-controlled travel front and rear for a package that was born to erase seconds from the clock.A Smarter BRAINMixing hardtail efficiency and full-suspension capability to impressively quick results, Epic has always been defined by uncompromised commitment to speed.Well, that and over 100 World Cup wins and podiums too. True to form, the latest Epic continues the tradition, taking advantage of the most efficient Brain suspension we’ve ever created to ensure it’s always on a first-name-basis with fast.Re-engineered hand-in-hand with the new Epic, the latest BRAIN design resets the expectation for efficiency, employing a new race-tuned pedaling platform to ensure every watt possible is translated into forward motion, while handily soaking up momentum-killing chatter and big hits alike—all more smoothly than ever.Frame-ChangerRedesigned with a focus on efficient power transfer and better handling performance, the Epic’s all-new FACT 11m carbon frame features a 15-percent stiffer rear triangle in order to take full advantage of the BRAIN's new race-tuned pedaling platform, while the revised carbon layup of the front-triangle sheds weight, sending the Epic’s already sky-high stiffness-to-weight ratio even higher.Offering 100-millimeters of brilliantly efficient BRAIN-controlled travel, the Epic’s FACT 11m carbon frame increases rear-triangle stiffness for peerless power transfer and introduces the most capable handling in an Epic yet, all while shedding weight over the previous-generation Epic.,The RockShox SID SL BRAIN fork serves up 100-millimeters of brilliantly controlled BRAIN travel for efficient performance that pairs perfectly with the Epic's rear BRAIN system.,Sprightly stoppers from SRAM, Level TL brakes offer smooth modulation for precise speed control.,Descending from a long World Cup lineage, hand-built Roval Control Carbon wheels feature a modern 29-millimeter internal-width hookless rim, and maximize strength, ride quality, and durability while keeping weight to a minimum..
Power up to trail riding’s next level and dominate any and all trail monsters—the Turbo Kenevo Super Light melds the legendary handling and all-around big trail prowess of the Enduro with our Super Light electric support to deliver indomitable capability light weight and power to conquer more and bigger trails. The Turbo Kenevo Super Light puts the “E” in our Enduro delivering more of what you want from your trail ride—more capability everywhere more power to climb more pop when you really need it more adrenaline. More laps more jumps more drops faster rides with fresher legs. And it does all this with less. Carrying much less weight than bulkier e-MTBs the Turbo Kenevo Super Light is hyper-responsive and just as willing and able to redefine big trail performance as our Enduro. Level up your trail game. The Turbo Kenevo SL Comp pairs the most capable e-MTB chassis you can find with a smart mix of components including SRAM’s expansive GX Eagle 12-speed drivetrain full FOX suspension and a lightweight durable alloy wheelset. The Turbo Kenevo Super Light motor/controller system is a full integration of the bike’s 250-watt motor and 320Wh battery with a radically advanced and seamlessly integrated controller. The result is massive power delivered up to 20mph/32kph to get you to the top of your favorite descent with just half of the effort and much faster giving even more of the quality ride you yearn for and more of it than ever before possible. Our next-generation TCU2 is your information hub with customizable display fields including the exact percentage of battery level and features our all-new bar-mounted MicroTune function to adjust power delivery in 10% increments so you get exactly the support you need to experience precisely the ride you want. 29” wheels front and rear deliver a nimble ride that carves circles around other full-power e-MTBs. A generous cockpit centers you on the bike optimizing traction and corner control. The low bottom bracket slack headtube angle and reduced fork offset keep things stable in the rough. The Turbo Kenevo Super Light geometry can be fine-tuned for wherever and however you ride. Six distinct geometry settings allow easy adjustment to hone performance in any terrain. Head angle can be adjusted between 63 and 65.5 degrees. Bottom bracket height can be fine-tuned up or down by 7mm. We’ve never made a more adjustable adaptable trail bike. The Turbo Kenevo Super Light’s 170mm of Enduro-inspired travel is supple on small bumps devours square-edged hits without a twitch eats massive G-outs for breakfast yet still offers amazing pedal response and delivers your power to the ground with total efficiency. The Turbo Kenevo Super Light’s S-Sizing is based on what matters—rider size and style not inseam. Six sizes all with similar headtube lengths and standover allow you to choose the size that best suits your individual style. Smaller S-Size numbers are going to be nimble and more flickable while bigger S-Sizes deliver more stability and a roomier ride. Turbo Kenevo SL Comp Technical Specifications COCKPIT Stem Alloy Trail Stem 35mm bar bore Handlebars Specialized 6061 alloy 6-degree upsweep 8-degree backsweep 30mm rise 800mm width Tape Specialized Trail Grips Saddle Bridge Comp Hollow Cr-mo rails 155/143mm SeatPost X-Fusion Manic infinite adjustable two-bolt head bottom mount cable routing remote SLR LE lever 34.9mm S2: 125mm S3/S4: 150mm S5: 170mm BRAKES Front Brake SRAM Code R 4-piston caliper hydraulic disc 220mm Rear Brake SRAM Code R 4-piston caliper hydraulic disc 200mm DRIVETRAIN Rear Derailleur SRAM GX Eagle 12-speed Shift Levers SRAM GX Eagle 12-speed Cassette SRAM XG-1275 12-speed 10-52t Chain SRAM NX Eagle 12-speed Crankset Praxis forged M30 custom offset Chainrings SRAM X-Sync Eagle 94 BCD 32T alloy WHEELS Rims Specialized 29 hookless alloy 30mm inner width tubeless ready Front Hub Alloy sealed cartridge bearings 15x110mm thru-axle 28h Spokes DT Swiss Industry Front Tire Butcher GRID TRAIL casing GRIPTON® T9 compound 2Bliss Ready 29x2.3' Inner Tubes Standard Presta valve Rear Hub Alloy sealed cartridge bearings 148mmx12mm thru-axle 28h Rear Tire Butcher GRID TRAIL casing GRIPTON® T7 compound 2Bliss Ready 29x2.3' FRAMESET Seat Binder Alloy 38.6mm Frame FACT 11m full carbon 29' full internal cable routing 148mm spacing fully sealed cartridge bearings 170mm rear travel geo adjust head tube geo adjust horst pivot Fork FOX FLOAT 36 RHYTHM 29 GRIP damper 44mm offset 2-position sweep adjust 15x110mm 1.5' tapered steerer 170mm travel E-BIKE Motor Specialized SL 1.1 custom lightweight motor Battery Specialized SL1-320 fully integrated 320Wh Charger Custom charger 48V System w/ SL system charger plug UI/Remote Specialized MasterMind TCU ANT+/Bluetooth® w/Handlebar remote Wiring Harness Custom Specialized wiring harness Suspension Rear Shock FOX FLOAT X Performance LSR 2-position lever 62.5x230mm * Specifications are subject to change without notice
STAY COOL WHEN THE TRAIL GETS ROWDY. FROM BIG CLIMBS TO STEEP ROCKY DESCENTS THIS FULL-COMPOSITE RIPPER WAS DESIGNED WITH GIANT ENDURO PROS FOR HARD-CHARGING CONFIDENCE AND CONTROL. Race-bred suspension Maestro rear suspension developed and tested under extreme conditions of Enduro World Series races. The trunnion mount shock has a longer stroke and smoother feel and the Advanced Forged Composite upper rocker arm adds stiffness while lowering overall frame weight. Progressive enduro geometry The purpose-built composite frameset helps you ride aggressive descents and rail corners with confidence. Enduro-optimized head and seattube angles plus a 170mm fork with 44mm offset produce confident front-end handling. 29er confidence and control Larger 29-inch diameter wheels optimized to roll over rugged enduro terrain with improved balance and stability giving you the momentum to crank up tough climbs and the confidence to fly on fast technical descents. Sizes S M L XL Colours Amber Glow / Rainbow Black Frame Advanced-Grade Composite front and rear triangles 146mm Maestro suspension 12x148mm thru-axle Fork Fox 38 Factory Live Valve 170mm FIT4 damper 15x110 Kabolt X 44mm offset custom tuned for Giant Shock Fox Factory Live Valve 205/60 custom tuned for Giant Handlebar Giant Contact SLR TR35 composite 800x35mm 20mm rise Grips Giant Tactal Pro Single S:120mm M:120mm L:130mm XL:130mm Stem Giant Contact SL 35 S:40mm M:40mm L:40mm XL:40mm Seatpost TranzX travel-adjustable dropper remote S: 120-150mm travel / 30.9 x 459mm M: 140-170mm travel / 30.9 x 499mm L: 170-200mm travel / 30.9 x 525mm XL: 170-200mm travel / 30.9 x 525mm Saddle Giant Romero SL Pedals Not included Shifters SRAM GX Eagle 1x12 Front Derailleur N/A Rear Derailleur SRAM GX Eagle Brakes Shimano SLX M7120 hydraulic Shimano RT-66 rotors [F]203mm [R]203mm Brake Levers Shimano SLX BL-M7100 Cassette SRAM XG-1275 Eagle 10x52 Chain SRAM GX Eagle Crankset TruVativ Descendent 6k DUB 32t S:165mm M:170mm L:170mm XL:170mm Bottom Bracket SRAM DUB press fit Rims Giant TRX 2 29 WheelSystem 30mm inner width Hubs Giant TRX 2 29 WheelSystem Spokes Giant TRX 2 29 WheelSystem Tyres [F] Maxxis Assegai 29x2.5 WT 3C MaxxTerra EXO+ TR [R] Maxxis Minion DHR II 29x2.4 WT 3C MaxxTerra EXO+ TR tubeless Extras Factory set up tubeless 2.5' max tyre size 36t max chainring size MRP AMG CS chain guide 3M tailgate protector Weight The most accurate way to determine any bike’s weight is to have your local dealer weigh it for you. Many brands strive to list the lowest possible weight but in reality weight can vary based on size finish hardware and accessories. All our bikes are designed for best-in-class weight and ride quality.
THIS PRO-LEVEL XC FLYER PAIRS NEW FLEXPOINT PRO REAR SUSPENSION WITH A SUPERLIGHT FULL COMPOSITE FRAME AND RACE-READY GEOMETRY. IT’S THE ULTIMATE WEAPON FOR TECHNICAL CROSS-COUNTRY TERRAIN. Ultra-efficient Next-generation Advanced composite mainframe and rear swingarm is 250g lighter than previous version. The bottom bracket area is stiffer for faster acceleration and a steeper seattube puts the rider in an efficient front-forward climbing position. Superior control All-new FlexPoint Pro suspension delivers 100mm of smooth active rear travel. The reengineered frameset features modern XC geometry including a slacker 67.5-degree headtube and 110mm suspension fork for technical descents. 29er stability and speed Frame geometry and suspension are optimized for larger-diameter 29-inch wheels. A longer reach and updated cockpit including a 35mm composite handlebar and alloy stem further boost balance and stability on XC terrain. Sizes S M L Colours Chameleon Saturn / Carbon Frame Advanced-Grade Composite front and rear triangles 100mm FlexPoint Pro suspension 12x148mm thru-axle Fork Fox 34 Float SC Performance Elite Live Valve 110mm FIT4 damper Boost 15x110 Kabolt 44mm offset custom tuned for Giant Shock Fox Performance Elite Live Valve 165/45 custom tuned for Giant Handlebar Giant Contact SLR XC Flat composite 760x35mm Grips Giant XC Pro S:32mm M:32mm L:34mm Stem Giant Contact SL XC 35mm S:60mm M:70mm L:70mm Seatpost Giant Contact Switch dropper remote S: 125mm travel / 30.9 x 395mm M: 125mm travel / 30.9 x 395mm L: 150mm travel / 30.9 x 440mm Saddle Fi'zi:k Antares R5 with K:ium rails Pedals N/A Shifters Shimano Deore XT SL-M8100 1x12 Front Derailleur N/A Rear Derailleur Shimano Deore XT RD-M8100 Max 51T Brakes Shimano Deore XT BR-M8100 hydraulic Shimano RT-64 rotors [F]180mm [R]160mm Brake Levers Shimano Deore XT BL-M8100 Cassette Shimano Deore XT M8100 10x51 Chain KMC X-12 Crankset Shimano Deore XT 32t S:170mm M:175mm L:175mm Bottom Bracket Shimano press fit Rims Giant XCR 1 29 WheelSystem 30mm inner width Hubs Giant XCR 1 29 WheelSystem Spokes Giant XCR 1 29 WheelSystem Tyres Maxxis Recon Race 29x2.4' foldable TLR EXO tubeless Extras Factory tubeless set up 2.4' max tyre size 34t max chainring size Giant/MRP CS chain guide Weight The most accurate way to determine any bike’s weight is to have your local dealer weigh it for you. Many brands strive to list the lowest possible weight but in reality weight can vary based on size finish hardware and accessories. All our bikes are designed for best-in-class weight and ride quality.
EVERY TRAIL EVERY STEEP CLIMB EVERY THRILLING DESCENT. TESTED AND DEVELOPED BY GIANT’S E-BIKE ENDURO PROS THIS UPDATED TRAIL RIPPER GIVES YOU THE POWER TO ENJOY THE BEST PARTS OF THE RIDE AGAIN AND AGAIN. Trail technology Proven Maestro rear suspension (160mm) and a powerful but compact SyncDrive Pro motor technology boost your capabilities on steep climbs and rugged descents. Total control RideControl Ergo 3 offers integrated user-friendly button controls that are easy to use. The Giant E-bike App gives you tuning options and E-bike specific fitness tracking. Long-lasting power Climb steep mountains and enjoy fun descents all day long with the downtube-integrated EnergyPak How far can I expect to ride on a single battery charge? The range for a single battery charge can vary greatly depending on conditions such as the combined weight of the rider and cargo; wind resistance; tyre pressure and tread profile; terrain and elevation changes; road or trail surface; outdoor temperature; maintenance of the E-Bike; and the condition of the battery. The bar below gives an approximate range. Conditions are categorized as extreme good and ideal. Extreme conditions typically occur when riding with a heavy load strong headwinds or excessive climbs. Highlights A 29-inch front wheel and 27.5-inch rear wheel work together to offer superior handling and agility on technical terrain. The updated frameset features new geometry with a shorter rear end and longer reach. New control units include RideControl Go which is integrated into the top tube and RideControl Ergo 3 attached to the handlebar near the grip. A new flip chip feature lets you adjust frame geometry for riding style and terrain. Motor SyncDrive Pro 85Nm powered by Yamaha Controller RideControl Ergo 3 grip integrated Display RideControl GO frame integrated LED displayANT+ Wireless display compatible Battery EnergyPak Smart 625WhEnergyPak Plus range extender compatible Charger EnergyPak 6A smart charger Sizes S M L XL Colours Black Diamond Frame ALUXX SL-grade Aluminum Advanced Forged Composite Upper Rocker 160mm Maestro suspension system 'Boost' 148x12mm UDHTM derrailleur hanger Fork RockShox ZEB Select 29er 170mm travel Charger RC damper 15x110 Boost Maxle Stealth E bike approved Shock Fox Float DPX2 Performance EVOL Large Volume sleeve 2-position lever 205x62.5mm Trunnion mount custom tuned Handlebar Giant Contact Trail 35x800mm Grips Giant Tactal Pro-E single lock-on Stem Giant Contact SL 35 Seatpost Giant Contact Switch dropper 309mm (S:125 M: 150 L/XL:170) Saddle Giant Romero Trail Pedals Flat pedal Shifters SRAM NX Front Derailleur MRP 1X HD2 custom co-molded chain guide Rear Derailleur SRAM GX 12-speed Brakes SRAM Code R hydraulic disc 220mm[F] /200mm[R] Brake Levers SRAM Code R Cassette SRAM PG-1230 11-50T 12-speed Chain SRAM NX Eagle PowerLock Crankset SRAM X-Sync Eagle 36T chainring Praxis e-Cadet+ custom forged crankarm set (S/M:160 L/XL:165) Bottom Bracket - Rims Giant AM 29'[F] 27.5'[R] Tubeless ready 30mm inner width Hubs Giant eTracker Boost Sealed cartridge bearing 6-bolt [F] 110x15 [R] 148x12mm Thru-axle Spokes Sapim E-Lite [r] Race [f] Tyres Maxxis Minion DHF 29x2.6' foldable Tubeless EXO+ 3C MaxxTerra[F]Maxxis High Roller II 27.5x2.5' foldable Tubeless DoubleDown 3C MaxxTerra Compound [R] Extras Tubeless kit (liquid valves levers manual tool) Lighting Optional:- Giant Recon series e-bike lights available and direct connectable Lock Torx 25 Battery Lock with built-in Torque limiter Weight The most accurate way to determine any bike’s weight is to have your local dealer weigh it for you. Many brands strive to list the lowest possible weight but in reality weight can vary based on size finish hardware and accessories. All our bikes are designed for best-in-class weight and ride quality.
Enter the Orange Switch 7, taking its name from our fun, popular MX wheeled Switch 6 but going bigger, faster, and harder, this bike is taking things a little more seriously.The aim with the Switch 7 was to produce a race bike, to take everything we already knew with the addition of feedback from supported EWS racers and the newly established factory racing program and combine that to make a bike that's even more capable of competing at the sharp end of races on the toughest tracks in the world.The Switch 7 is a true representation of Orange Bikes’ capabilities in frame development and production. The frame and each individual component have seen extensive FEA analysis and 3D modelling to identify any potential issues and to optimise each structure to perform at its best.Of course, we back all of this up with real-world prototype testing and have clocked up the miles amongst the test team, Factory Racing team and a few riders who are known for being hard on bikes, validating the computer analysis and giving us the confidence in the design.FEA has been used for for both deflection and fatigue to fine tune the frame's elements for strength and optimal compliance.Although the frame silhouette is still very intentionally that of an Orange, a great deal has changed, but also much remains the same. This is a completely UK made frame, manufactured by the hands of craftsmen with decades of experience, from flat sheets of aerospace grade aluminium to individually custom-fabricated tubes, seam-welded for each specific purpose, working in harmony with CNCed components from aluminium billet meticulously modelled and analysed.This all produces an aluminium frame with a weight less than that of many ‘carbon’ frames in its category. It also means we have a product that's strong, durable and fully recyclable at the end-of-life cycle.WHY THE SWITCH 7 NOW?Orange's image in the media has always been “Those British guys who make the simple single-pivot bikes in the grim north…”Well, first up, it’s not grim up North, it’s pretty damn spectacular and we are blessed with some of the finest trails in the country on which to hone and test our bikes.Secondly, performance single-pivot is and always will be the core of the Orange Bikes philosophy; that will never change. We believe in the benefits of a single-pivot system, its performance and its unique ride feel that make an Orange Bike iconic; and that is not as simple as you think. Racing has been a part of our culture since Orange’s inception, the hunger to compete and challenge ourselves has always been part of the company’s ethos from day one. The new Switch 7 was born out of a need simply to go faster on the race track!So why now? That’s not to say that we haven’t done a linkage bike before!Over the years there have been many examples of Orange bikes using a linkage, some that we have put into production and many more which we have prototyped. At the right point in time when we find a valid reason to proceed with a linkage bike, we have done, and these bikes have been used on the UCI World Cup downhill circuit, with privateer racers as well as on your local trails for years.When we conceived the idea of a new Orange Factory Racing team to compete in the EWS the seeds of a new enduro race bike were already germinating.At Orange we are passionate about all things two-wheeled. The mix of decades of development with our unique frame construction methods, along with a race team with plenty of years under their belt, meant we had the ideal melting pot to create our greatest race platform yet.SWEATING THE DETAILS The Switch 7 is an MX wheeled enduro bike 170mm travel front and rear. It uses a link-driven 205x65 trunnion shock, mounted low in the frame helping to lower the bike's centre of gravity and allow for a more neutral weight distribution whilst riding. A trunnion mounted shock in our factory spec runs on a full complement of bearings instead of bushings, both the trunnion mount and lower eyelet, along with all the frame pivots run on cartridge bearings allowing us to achieve as low as possible break away force, providing incredible sensitivity to the initial part of the shock's stroke.The lynchpin of this dynamic bike is our STRANGE power link. STRANGE (Special Technology RANGE) has been responsible for numerous projects, from prototype frames to general components like grips, for a large proportion of Orange’s existence. It forms a huge part of our development process and has seen some pretty incredible products over the years. Some of which never saw it past the testing phases.The STRANGE power link allows us to have a considerably more progressive shock curve than we have used previously. It’s this shock curve which adds to the truly bottomless feeling that the Switch 7 delivers, but also allows the use of both high-volume air cans or coil shocks. Through the rear shock’s travel, the leverage ratio falls from 2.85 to 2.10. Looking at shock force, this means the real working progression is 36%. The curve was developed so it maintains the fun direct feel that Orange bikes have become famous for while adding the big travel requirements of a very progressive platform.With the bike’s kinematics sorted, this race machine also benefits from our lowest pivot position to minimise pedal kickback, and drivetrain induced interference, leaving the rider to do the job at hand. Anti-squat numbers for the Switch 7 in the 32/52t gearing start at 130% falling to 105% at full travel. Around dynamic sag the anti-squat is at 120%, this means that the bike will be efficient on the pedals when pushing hard in or out of the saddle.An additional request from the Orange Factory Racing team was to have an option to increase the bike's bottom bracket height, we’ve done this using an additional pair of “dog bone links” which are available separately and increase the bikes BB height by 5mm with only a half-degree steepening of the head angle, giving the rider the choice when the terrain demands it without adversely affecting the steering geometry.The frame is covered in features not previously seen on our bikes and are the result of meticulous analysis and testing. The Switch 7 sports a 49/56 ZS headtube, this has helped improve both strength and stiffness at the front end of the bike, increase the surface area for welding between head tube, down tube and top tube as well giving us enough room to drop the downtube slightly to allow for a water bottle in the front triangle. To make access even easier new tooling was produced to create a recess on the top side of the down tube. The bike also uses a UDH gear hanger incorporating SRAM’s new industry standard and allowing a spare to be bought at nearly every bike shop on the planet.Technology developed on other models also plays it part, the Switch 7 has an asymmetrical swingarm design similar to the recently released Stage 6 Evo, this swingarm allowed us to increase the bike's vertical stiffness whilst tuning its lateral compliance, producing a bike with a direct feel but with buckets of grip.Focussing on chassis dynamics has been important throughout the Switch 7’s testing program. It’s easy to make a bike too stiff and effectively end up with reduced traction and a “dead” or “wooden” feel to the bike’s ride. A large part of the additional grip being produced by this bike is down to a design that isolates the shock from the lateral forces coming through the frame particularly during hard cornering and large compressions, so the shock is only loaded in a linear manner. There were a few reasons for doing this; first to ensure the best possible life of the shock and bearings, second to minimise any external input that could increase friction and hamper the shock’s performance, and third this linkage design allowed us to control the swingarm’s lateral compliance using custom designed and manufactured tubes specific for the job.Throughout the design process we were conscious of our reputation for low maintenance bikes. We made every effort to conceal the majority of our bearings within the front of the swingarm, out of harm's way and safe from jet-washers.Bikes will come with a 5 year bearing warranty for the original owner and any original owners outside of that period will receive heavily subsidised pricing.The icing on the cake is our new chainstay and downtube protectors. These keep your pride and joy looking sharper for longer, help dampen chain slap, impact from stones and are the final details on a bike that has seen an incredible amount of development.The FactsWHY THE SWITCH 7F: 170MM | R: 170MM | W: 29/27.5,Brand New Lightweight Frame machined & Handbuilt in Britain,5 year frame warranty with Limited Lifetime Crash Replacement,New Aggressive Enduro Race geometry optimised for 170mm front & rear travel,New Linkage Driven Progressive (LDP?) suspension kinematics.,More neutral pivot location allowing less drivetrain/suspension interaction,Low position Asymmetric pivot – neutral suspension feel & increased chainring clearance,Asymmetrical swingarm with increased longitudinal stiffness,New top tube accessory/Bottle cage mounts and bottle dimple in frame ,New stiffer lower profile 56mm zerostack Head tube,Geometry for reduced offset fork,New Improved dropout with UDH gear hanger,Boost 148 rear hub spacing,New Top tube accessory/Bottle cage mounts and bottle dimple in frame,Internal cable/hose routing,30 x 8 bearing mount compatible shock,205 x 65 trunnion shock for reduced friction,Adjustable BB height.
The all-new Patron eRIDE 910 was designed as a system optimized for all day trail riding. Supreme integration and painstakingly chosen geometry paired with a powerful new Bosch drive unit deliver much more than a great ride. What you get, rather, is a sublime experience up and down the mountain, time and time again. Patron eRIDE - boss the trails.
Stay cool when the trail gets rowdy. From big climbs to steep, rocky descents, this full-composite ripper was designed with Giant enduro pros for hard-charging confidence and control.KEY PERFORMANCE FACTORSRace-bred suspensionMaestro rear suspension developed and tested under extreme conditions of Enduro World Series races. The trunnion mount shock has a longer stroke and smoother feel, and the Advanced Forged Composite upper rocker arm adds stiffness while lowering overall frame weight.Progressive enduro geometryThe purpose-built composite frameset helps you ride aggressive descents and rail corners with confidence. Enduro-optimized head and seattube angles, plus a 170mm fork with 44mm offset, produce confident front-end handling.29er confidence and controlLarger 29-inch diameter wheels optimized to roll over rugged enduro terrain with improved balance and stability, giving you the momentum to crank up tough climbs and the confidence to fly on fast, technical descents.
A 29-inch front wheel and 27.5-inch rear wheel work together to offer superior handling and agility on technical terrain. The updated frameset features new geometry with a shorter rear end and longer reach. New control units include RideControl Go, which is integrated into the top tube, and RideControl Ergo 3, attached to the handlebar near the grip. A new flip chip feature lets you adjust frame geometry for riding style and terrain.Trail technologyProven Maestro rear suspension (160mm) and a powerful but compact SyncDrive Pro motor technology boost your capabilities on steep climbs and rugged descents.Total controlRideControl Ergo 3 offers integrated, user-friendly button controls that are easy to use. The Giant E-bike App gives you tuning options and E-bike specific fitness tracking.Long-lasting powerClimb steep mountains and enjoy fun descents all day long with the downtube-integrated EnergyPak