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Orbea Occam TR 2016 - Enve, SRAM, Race Face, Maxxis 18

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JMHV
12/11/2015 10:53am
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Additional info

Parts

Frame
Orbea
Occam TR
Large
Frame: Orbea Occam TR. Misc: Large
Rear Shock
RockShox
Monarch RT3 Debonair
120mm travel
Rear Shock: RockShox Monarch RT3 Debonair. Misc: 120mm travel
Fork
RockShox
Pike Solo Air RCT3
130mm travel
Fork: RockShox Pike Solo Air RCT3. Misc: 130mm travel
Headset
FSA
Orbit C-40
Carbon cover/10mm spacer
Headset: FSA Orbit C-40. Misc: Carbon cover/10mm spacer
Handlebar
Race Face
SIXC 35 Carbon
785mm
Handlebar: Race Face SIXC 35 Carbon. Misc: 785mm
Stem
Race Face
Turbine 35
60mm
Stem: Race Face Turbine 35. Misc: 60mm
Grips
Race Face
Half Nelson Lock On
Turquoiseway
Grips: Race Face Half Nelson Lock On. Misc: Turquoiseway
Brakes
SRAM
Guide Ultimate
180/160mm rotors
Brakes: SRAM Guide Ultimate. Misc: 180/160mm rotors
Brake Levers
SRAM
Guide Ultimate
Brake Levers: SRAM Guide Ultimate
Shifters
SRAM
XO1
Shifters: SRAM XO1
Rear Derailleur
SRAM
XO1
Rear Derailleur: SRAM XO1
Chainguide
OneUp Components
Chainguide: OneUp Components
Cranks
Race Face
Next SL Cinch
175mm
Cranks: Race Face Next SL Cinch. Misc: 175mm
Chainrings / Sprocket
Race Face
Race Face DM
30t
Chainrings / Sprocket: Race Face Race Face DM. Misc: 30t
Bottom Bracket
Race Face
Race Face Cinch
BB92
Bottom Bracket: Race Face Race Face Cinch. Misc: BB92
Chain
SRAM
XX1 Hollow Pin
Chain: SRAM XX1 Hollow Pin
Cassette / Rear Cog
SRAM
XO1
Cassette / Rear Cog: SRAM XO1
Pedals
Crank Brothers
Candy 7
Ti Spindles
Pedals: Crank Brothers Candy 7. Misc: Ti Spindles
Front Rim
ENVE
M60 FORTY
29"
Front Rim: ENVE M60 FORTY. Misc: 29"
Rear Rim
ENVE
M60 FORTY
29"
Rear Rim: ENVE M60 FORTY. Misc: 29"
Hubs
DT Swiss
240S Centerlock Disc Hub
28h
Hubs: DT Swiss 240S Centerlock Disc Hub. Misc: 28h
Spokes
DT Swiss
Aerolite
Spokes: DT Swiss Aerolite
Front Tire
Maxxis
2.3 HighRoller II
29"
Front Tire: Maxxis 2.3 HighRoller II. Misc: 29"
Rear Tire
Maxxis
2.3 HighRoller II
29"
Rear Tire: Maxxis 2.3 HighRoller II. Misc: 29"
Saddle
Selle Italia
SLR Flow
Saddle: Selle Italia SLR Flow
Seatpost
RockShox
Reverb Stealth 150mm
31.6mm
Seatpost: RockShox Reverb Stealth 150mm. Misc: 31.6mm
Seatpost Clamp
Other
Seatpost Clamp: Other
General Info

General Info

Model Year
2016
Model Year:
2016
Riding Type
Trail / All-Mountain
Riding Type:
Trail / All-Mountain
Weight
26 lb 8 oz (12020 g)
Weight: 26 lb 8 oz (12020 g)
Additional Info

Weight includes pedals, bottle cage, bottle. So without those items the "show weight" would be 25.7lbs or 11.65kg. Not bad at all for a 29er trail bike with an adequate spec, good tires and plenty of sealant! Time for a trip to the desert to break this thing in.

Additional Info:

Weight includes pedals, bottle cage, bottle. So without those items the "show weight" would be 25.7lbs or 11.65kg. Not bad at all for a 29er trail bike with an adequate spec, good tires and plenty of sealant! Time for a trip to the desert to break this thing in.

JMHV
12/11/2015 10:53am
10875 of 16929
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View replies to: Orbea Occam TR 2016 - Enve, SRAM, Race Face, Maxxis

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JMHV
6 years ago
I can do a REALLY Long Term review, lol. I usually turn bikes pretty quickly but I really like this one. On my third set of tires, finally settled on Minion DHF 2.3 and Minion SS 2.3 rear for the desert. SBRDUDE1 has it nailed in every comment pretty much. It's on the fast end of the 120mm trail bike segment, meaning it can double as an XC machine with a tire switch or be your fun, lighter and stiffer than expected trail bike the rest of the time. Of course your results may vary based on terrain, but I've been happy in the deserts of UT and only wish for more when the trail gets really chunky and fast. I rode it last year for a week at Winterpark and ended up breaking my fork damper and damaging a rim, so I confirmed what I suspected: It's not a Park Slayer, Lol but it's good enough that I actually tried. =)
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SBRDUDE1
6 years ago
Well I have about 3200 miles on my Occam TR and I have to say that I'm very pleased. It closely compares to the Ibis Ripley LS but a little bit more plush in the back while being stiffer in turns and a bit snappier on the acceleration. I'm currently at 245lbs riding weight and it still holds me up just fine. I currently have the new Rallon on order in black and white that will be my AM rig and this model will be my XC/Trail whip. If you're looking for a capable bike with a solid warranty I'd give this one strong consideration. Hopefully this answers some of your questions. If you have any more feel free to ask.
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JMHV
8 years ago
Hey there! Yeah, the Pike on mine is 130mm so it's probably similar. I just rode it yesterday for the first time and it feels like I have some volume spacer homework to do, both front and rear, but I won't be sure for another few rides especially since it was my first proper MTB ride in a few months. Ended up flipping the stem for higher bars but other than that it felt good!

I went RS instead of Fox because I already had the Pike and I wanted to give the Debonair a try.
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SBRDUDE1
8 years ago
Fair enough. I've spent some time on RS equipped rigs and the new dampers are pretty awesome. I like the wheels and would have gone M60 for mine but couldn't justify the price considering that my rims are still fine after over 3000 miles of abuse and weight almost the same as the M50. I eventually plan on getting a second wheel set for the nastier rides. I was thinking about the Roval Fattie SL when I have the funds.
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SBRDUDE1
8 years ago
So far I've been extremely happy with mine and running a 130mm fork was much better than the 120mm. I think the only main difference is that yours is a large while mine is an XL.
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Bigman
8 years ago
Hi JMHV - Your bike looks great, have you had a chance to ride it properly yet, if so, what are your impressions of this bike, I am considering a new bike in the new year and am stuck between the Occam and a Transition Smuggler, although I think the Occam would be slightly better suited to my local riding.
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JMHV
8 years ago
It's funny you mention the Struggler because it's one of my favorite bikes. The spec, price, geometry and suspension are all dialed, but it's a different beast. And when I say beast it's a beast. The weight and the plusher suspension are perfect for rougher terrain, If you want a super-capable bike I think that's the one. If you want something quite a bit lighter, the Occam is going to be racier and more efficient. I built mine with a more "trail" spec than what comes standard, with wider riser bar, shorter stem, bigger tires. I actually have 2.3 Minion and Minion SS on there now because they're not any heavier than the Highrollers. Feel free to mssg. me if you want more details.
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JMHV
8 years ago
53735 - I built it up as a frame, I wanted to try the Monarch Debonair and I already owned the Pike, so that was the path of least resistance. It also meant I only had to Boost my rear wheel since the Pike is 100mm x 15mm. FWIW during the install of the rear shock I noted the mount allows about a degree of float to allow some deflection without binding. I haven't ridden THIS bike yet, but I have ridden the Occam and, like you, I didn't feel anything weird, just a great, playful damper feel. I am pretty excited!
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53735
8 years ago
JMHV - Was this a custom build or a new component spec for the Limited? I loved the glossy Orange, but these pics have me rethinking the matte blue. Very nice indeed.
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53735
8 years ago
I just demoed an XL in their TR Limited build, but with heavy DT Swiss X1700 wheels. Bike weighed in at 28.33 lbs with XTR pedals. Bike was surprisingly light and playful and IMHO more slanted toward XC but capable of Trail. More than 3 lbs could easily be shaved off the rig that I rode, which jives with the weights of the bike above. That's pretty darn light. I'm just not sure about the rear stays not having a bridge to help reduce binding on the shock. Glad to say that I didn't feel any wierdness in the rear. Dying to demo it again but with a lighter wheelset.
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SBRDUDE1
6 years ago
I can verify that with lighter tires and wheels this bike can delve into the XC weight rigs but still handle the chunk. I have 2 sets of wheels for my rig, a custom XC race setup from www.light-bicycle.com (1420g) and a set of Roval Sl Fatties (1570g). My weight with decent Schwalbe rubber is 26.2lbs.
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Varaxis
8 years ago
I expected lighter, but then again it has real tires and a dropper.
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JMHV
8 years ago
That too bad Leo, I've felt that disappointment before too. It's risky to invest in a bike without riding it first. You probably noticed though that the 2016 Occam was completely redesigned with different geo and suspension than the one you had, and after testing a few I really like the feel of the changes. This bike is going to be great for me. Too soon to know if it will be up there near "best bike ever" but I should know in a few months. =)
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Leo_Olivar
8 years ago
In my experience, the worst bike i ever owned, I'm talking about occam 29er 2015. As soon as i rode it i knew was a mistake. Riding previously a giant anthem and trek remedy and Scott spark this one was disappointed. Lost a lot of money in couple months...

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