2018 Cannondale Jekyll
Cannondale is offering a very compelling package with 165mm travel in rear and 170mm in the front.
Cannondale has always had a knack for doing things different with components like the Lefty Fork, DYAD shock and Hollowgram cranks to name a few. But with the new Jekyll, they went with conventional category leader components and many folks are taking notice.
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They’ve always taken their own path designing their own components with little regard towards convention, popularity and looks. But that course eliminates a big chunk of the customer base as well as many folks won’t consider buying a bike with a Lefty fork or proprietary rear shock. The majority of buyers who are not Cannondale loyal fans want a bike that’s upgradable and configurable with third party component suppliers.
Cannondale heard the pleas and created what looks like a very marketable and attractive bike. Many have taken notice and have put their Enduro bike purchase on hold until they’ve had a good look at the new Cannondale Jekyll.
Geometry for this 27.5 wheeled bike is highlighted by a 65 degree head angle, 75 degree seat and 420mm stays.
The model on the video is the Jekyll 2 which gets a BallisTec carbon front triangle with SmartForm alloy rear end. A Fox Float 36 / Float X Performance Elite suspension, WTB Frequency Team i29 wheels, SRAM Eagle XO1 group with same Descendant carbon cranks and Guide RS brakes rounds out the key components.
Price is $5,999.
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