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27.5, 650b, Bike Reviews, firebird, i:2:8859, pivot, review, reviews - April 22, 2014

On Review: Pivot Firebird 27.5

Last fall at Outerbike, the Pivot booth had crazy amounts of traffic and their demo bikes were constantly out on the trail. I didn’t get to ride any of their models during the expo, but they have sent over the Firebird 27.5 for a long term review. Phoenix-based Pivot Cycles designs all of their bikes in …

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News: GT Announces New Sanction Enduro Rig

GT has recently announced the all-new Sanction 27.5 enduro rig for 2015. This new bike is based off of their race-proven Fury DH rig, but adapted and tailored specifically for enduro racing. This new bike was designed in partnership with the Athertons, and a prototype has already been raced to an Enduro World Series podium …

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Review: WTB Breakout 27.5/650b Tires

I received a pair of the brand-new WTB Breakout tires under a shroud of secrecy back in February, but now finally I can share my ride impressions with you! But first, the specs. Specs As I mentioned in my “First Look” article, the Breakout is designed for both speed and traction. Measuring 2.5in in width, …

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27.5, 650b, cannondale, jekyll, News - April 2, 2014

News: Cannondale Announces New 2015 Jekyll 27.5

The Cannondale Jekyll has been completely reworked for 2015. Developed in collaboration with Jerome Clementz, the all-new bike features the new SuperMax front suspension, a new Fox DYAD rear shock with extra travel, military-inspired Ballistec carbon fiber, 27.5″ wheels, and new geometry to go with the extra travel and new wheel size. Cannondale has sought to …

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News: Cannondale Announces New 2015 Trigger 27.5 and Trigger 29

In addition to completely redesigning the Jekyll, Cannondale also recently announced the brand-new Trigger 27.5 and Trigger 29 at their global launch in Spain. Trigger 27.5 The Trigger 27.5, simply referred to as “Trigger” in the Cannondale marketing materials, is essentially the all-new Jekyll’s little brother. With (you guessed it) 27.5″/650b wheels and 150/85mm of …

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