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BMC Fourstroke 01 LT ONE – In our big 2022 downcountry group test

At first glance, the BMC Fourstroke 01 LT ONE looks a lot like its XC counterpart. Upon closer inspection, however, there are considerable differences. First and foremost, the beefier fork, aggressive tires and extra travel promise more fun on the trail while BMC’s proprietary RAD dropper system brings a breath of fresh air into our 2022 downcountry group test. Can the BMC’s beefed-up XC bike impress on the trail?

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Trek Top Fuel 9.9 XX1 AXS – In our 2022 downcountry group test

The Trek Top Fuel is a true XC classic – but that’s about to change! The Trek Top Fuel 9.9 XX1 AXS 2022 drifts into the new season with more travel, a more aggressive geometry and robust components. Does this make it the perfect downcountry bike?

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The best downcountry bike of 2022 – 6 of the hottest bikes head to head

Hype, trend or matured technology and the best thing since sliced bread? These are the questions currently being asked about downcountry bikes. But what does a downcountry bike have to be capable of and who should buy one? We put six of the hottest examples to the test and tell you what is hype, what is real, what matters and which model is the best.

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Simplon Cirex SL 120 – In our big 2022 downcountry group test

At 9.98 kg, the Simplon Cirex SL 120 is the lightest bike in the entire test field. Moreover, its spec can be customised down to the smallest detail using Simplon’s online configurator. Can the Simplon Cirex SL 120 assert itself against the competition or does it take more than a weight-optimised spec and extra travel to secure victory in our 2022 downcountry group test?

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OUT NOW! ENDURO Issue #051: Find the ride balance

The bike world is full of colourful idealists, individualists and adrenaline junkies who try to be “real”. People who want to belong, are on fire about the scene and the sport and have certain ideas and beliefs. That’s great, but it can be a slippery slope. The bike industry is constantly evolving with new hypes, trends, categories, labels and products that riders must follow, celebrate, consume and have!

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