![]() ![]() Shimano M506 levers with M447 calipers, Shimano 180mm centre lock front rotor and Shimano 160mm centre lock A smaller size may have changed my mind also. It’s this minor change that has lost it a fraction of a star, but I’m nit-picking on what is an exceptionally good ride, regardless of the price. ![]() However, when it came to cruising around without a care in the world, it was controlled and composed, and I can see how this change would offer a more stable and confidence-inspiring ride for the novice/intermediates out there. I prefer a shorter bike, and thus found the high front-end and long reach to be a bit vague when I really smashed out some fast descents. While I’m not a fan of the 20mm rise in the Richey Trail handlebars, nor would I have chosen my bike to have been increased in top-tube length, this move is in line with what most major brands are doing at present, particularly with trail bikes. This is by no means a mountain-bike-shaped device - it’s a true contender in the market. In fact, I was pleasantly surprised by how capable this bike was in challenging terrain, as well as just cruising the paths and fire-roads. They may not be the most up-to-date looking forks with silver stanchions, but they work really well for an entry-level fork and I wasn’t left wishing for much more when I threw it around my local trail centre. The RockShox Monarch R rear-shock performed beautifully in its women’s specific light-tune guise, as did the RockShox Sector forks. The frame also has a wider rear end so you can pop in a 2.35in tyre should you want - or just leave space for winter mud. ![]() The V2 version has wider rims than the original Bossnut, and are tubeless ready, which means cutting weight and running lower pressures with a better tyre profile become an option, both of which mean squeezing extra traction and grip from your rolling stock. WTB ST i25 wheels and aluminium Richey Trail finishing kit are a reliable and attractive addition to the spec also, and would not be sniffed at when found on a bike twice its price. Shimano provides gearing and braking in the form of a Deore groupset with M506 levers Anna Cipullo / Immediate Media Co ![]()
0 Comments
Leave a Reply. |