TRUVATIV introduces Descendant series cranks, bars, stems and seat posts
SRAM brand Truvativ has just announced a new series of components called Descendant targeted towards the enduro/gravity rider at a solid price point. The components are made from alloy or carbon and they provide a refresh of Truvativ’s current offerings with new styling. Truvativ claims they are offering “performance, durability, affordability, and style.” Affordability and style? Check. Performance and durability? This determination will have to wait until we can get our hands on some review units ourselves.
Read on for the specs and pricing info. Availability is targeted for June of this year.
DESCENDANT Crankset
Aggression with attitude. These forged aluminum cranks, with direct mount rings, feature the 1x benchmark SRAM X-SYNC
tooth profile. With attitude matched only by pure performance, these cranks deliver. Meet a whole new side of the mountain—Descendant.
MSRP PRICE: $161-188
Things To Remember:
-Less weight with direct mount ring
-Super-stiff design
Features And Benefits:
-7000 series forged aluminum arms
-Fully compatible with any 1x drivetrain
-Direct mount ring
SPECS
1. BB Compatibility: BB30/PF30-68/73mm , GXP/PF GXP 68/73mm
2. BB Spindle Interface: 24mm, 30mm
3. Bolt Circle Diameter: Direct mount (DM)
4. Chainline: 49.0mm, 52.0mm
5. Chain Ring: 32
6. Chainring Material: Aluminum
7. Color (Crank Arm): Black
8. Crank Arm Length: 170mm, 175mm
9. Crank Arm Material: Aluminum
10. Guard: No Guard
11. Speeds: 10/11
DESCENDANT Carbon Crankset
The svelte strength of carbon fiber with the swagger of heavy metal. The Descendant carbon crankset uses a proprietary TRUVATIV carbon construction process that delivers a crankset light enough for XC, yet bold and badass enough for Enduro. Style and substance—Descendant.
MSRP PRICE: $311-340
Things To Remember:
-Less weight with direct mount ring
-Most affordable carbon crankset in the industry
Features And Benefits:
-Carbon construction for lightweight durability
-Fully compatible with any 1x drivetrain
AM STEP SPECS
1. BB Compatibility: BB30/PF30-68/73mm , GXP/PF GXP 68/73mm
2. BB Spindle Interface: 24mm, 30mm
3. Bolt Circle Diameter: Direct mount (DM)
4. Chainline: 49.0mm, 52.0mm
5. Chain Ring: 32
6. Chainring Material: Aluminum
7. Color (Crank Arm): Black
8. Crank Arm Length: 175mm
9. Crank Arm Material: Carbon
10. Guard: No Guard
11. Speeds: 10/11
DESCENDANT DH Crankset
Model Overview
Whether your target is high speed or big air, an unwavering focus on dependability and style can never be overlooked. Blending the experience of countless DH podiums, big mountain competitions and film sessions, the new Descendant DH crank brings clock-beating weight savings to freeride burliness—at a price that will leave money for the next adventure. Meet your gravity goals—Descendant.
MSRP PRICE: $151-196
Things To Remember:
-Lightweight DH crank set
-New graphics
-World Cup proven design
Features And Benefits
-Fully compatible with any 1x drivetrain
-X-SYNC chainring
SPECS
1. BB Compatibility: GXP 83mm/PF GXP 104.5/107mm, PF30 83mm
2. BB Spindle Interface: 24mm, 30mm
3. Bolt Circle Diameter: 94 BCD
4. Chainline: 57.0mm
5. Chain Ring: 34
6. Chainring Material: Aluminum
7. Color (Crank Arm): Black
8. Crank Arm Length: 165mm, 170mm
9. Crank Arm Material: Aluminum
10. Guard: No Guard
11. Speeds: 10/11
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