Sooner or later all mountain bikers get that itch. You know, the one that can only be scratched by a new bike, preferably one that’s better, or shinier, or more capable (ideally all three!) than the one you have.
If you are looking for a longer travel bike, tell us where you’re at and where you’re heading in the comments below.
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I have taken my Wildcat down Keystone on many occasions, being a season pass holder. When I'm not doing the insanity rides, a local singletrack is a daily haunt. Piss poor fuel economy and I couldn't care less since the bike performs beyond my expectations.
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I would now like 180mm front and 160mm rear
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But geometry is important also.
I spent so long riding on 100mm 'old school' mountain bikes also that moving to modern geometry so suddenly was a big shock just how much more confidence inspiring it is.
You can push these bikes far harder than their ancestors. It's a night and day difference.
Apr 21, 2022