Updated Cane Creek shocks plus Atherton S.150 enduro bikes now available to order

It may be the off-season but we're tracking new and updated bikes and components from Cane Creek, Atherton, MET, Argonaut, and CrossWorxCycles.
By Jeff Barber
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Close-up of a mountain bike's suspension system, showcasing the Cane Creek Kitsuma shock and linkage on a frame with an orange "Rocky Mountain" logo. The background features a blurred natural setting, indicating an outdoor environment.
Close-up of a mountain bike frame featuring a blue painted body, a white Cane Creek Kitsuma coil shock, and a contrasting gold component. The background includes fallen leaves and rocky terrain, emphasizing an outdoor setting.
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New This Week

Second generation Cane Creek Kitsuma shock

Updated Cane Creek Kitsuma shocks feature tool-free, four-way adjustment plus updated seals for improved reliability. The second-generation Kitsuma also features an expanded high speed rebound damping range for maximum tunability. Both coil and air versions are available.

  • Price: $699.99 air, $649.99 coil (prices reduced compared to previous generation)
  • Buy from Cane Creek retailers
A sleek black Argonaut Supernaut gravel bike with distinctive brown tires and a modern design, featuring drop handlebars and a lightweight frame. The bike is equipped with disc brakes and a rear derailleur, showcasing its high-quality components for versatile performance on various terrains.

Argonaut Supernaut GR3 gravel bike

The Argonaut Supernaut GR3 is the brand’s full-production gravel bike model with a slack 68.5° head tube angle and short 415mm chainstays. It fits up to 50mm-wide tires and builds feature a SRAM Red XPLR 13-speed drivetrain.

The brand also introduced the D33 Gravel Wheelset with carbon rims. The $2,800 set includes carbon-titanium hubs and DT-Swiss Aerolight spokes for a 1269g weight.

A mountain biker navigating a gravel trail through a dense forest with tall trees and lush green moss on the Atherton S.150 mountain bike. The cyclist is wearing a helmet and a brown jacket, focused on the path ahead. The atmosphere is misty, creating a serene and adventurous mood.
An Atherton S.150 mountain bike featuring a lightweight silver frame, orange suspension fork, black tires, and a visible drivetrain. The background is plain black, highlighting the bike's design and components.
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Atherton S.150 bikes are now available

The Atherton S.150 enduro bike is now available to order, with bikes shipping in two to four weeks. The S.150 is a mixed wheel bike with an aluminum frame, hand built in the UK. Three build levels will be on offer with Fox, RockShox, or Mazocchi suspension.

  • Price: £4,499 – £5,999
  • Buy from athertonbikes.com
A mountain biker performing a wheelie on CrossWorx TRIP290 eMTB surrounded by trees and green foliage. The biker is wearing a helmet and sportswear, showcasing an energetic and dynamic moment in off-road cycling.
A CrossWorx TRIP290 electric mountain bike with a silver frame, equipped with large Maxxis tires and front suspension. The bike features a dual suspension system, a prominent shock absorber, and a detailed gear system, showcasing its capability for off-road cycling.

CrossWorxCycles TRIP290 eMTB

The CrossWorxCycles TRIP290 aluminum electric mountain bike features 140mm of rear suspension travel and can be set up with either a 140mm or 150mm fork. It’s got a slack 65° head tube angle, a 79° seat tube angle, and the battery is easily removable for off-bike charging. Available in seven colors, the TRIP290 uses a Bosch Performance Line SX motor for a relatively lightweight build, and buyers can choose from mixed or matched 29er wheels.

  • Price: €6,499
  • Buy from crossworx-cycles.com
A cyclist wearing a MET helmet and sunglasses rides on a gravel path through a foggy, mountainous landscape. The rider is dressed in a black jacket and shorts, focused on the trail ahead. Soft, muted colors and a blurred background create a sense of depth and isolation in the scenery.

MET Wander gravel collection

MET just dropped the gravel Wander collection of helmets. The MET Trenta is the lightest model, weighing just 240g in size small. The MET Estro offers extended coverage at a slightly heavier weight, while the MET Allroad helmet comes with an integrated rear LED light. All three models include MIPS and are available in three sizes and two gravel-inspired colors.

  • Price: 120€ – 260€
  • Buy from MET retailers
 
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