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Good one, the Tharsis most definitely fits the picture.
Funniest part is the new Epic-Caliber was supposed to be released last summer, but Specialized was sitting on so many current Epics they couldn't. The bike has been done for a long time, just sitting in the warehouse.
Looks like only a brake hose coming from the left side…. Wireless dropper???
Another rumor is that Trek has a new Supercaliber coming as well.
It would be hilarious if they ditched the current layout (which is a complete nightmare for suspension service), and left it for Speshy.
There are three cables in the picture, pretty sure one of them is for the dropper. The other two are for brakes obvs. The missing one is the shifter, but since it's AXS... Yeah...
Just seen this on Jesse’s insta..
what’s on the air shaft?
I believe it’s for a motion instruments data acquisition system. That’s how you mount their slider sensor to your fork. The sensor isn’t attached in the photo but you can see the other attachment point zip tied to the lower leg of the fork.
You might not bee too familiar with the GT product line but the GT Force 29 still exists and isn't HP, only the GT Force 29 Carbone is a HP bike. That naming convention definitely makes it confusing for a lot of people and giving a different name to the Force 29 C would have probably been a good idea. Nonetheless the Force, Force 29 and Sensor were pretty much the same frames and this one seems to share many attributes with these frames.
Thats something specialized would do looking at their record of designs :D
Was about to comment about the spring aircap on Jesse's bike too, based off the video he posted: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aw0D1g5lwAM
He mentioned in the comments on his Insta that it was his telemetry.. Did we ever hear why he's on Spectral and not Strive? I asked him on that same post. Hopefully he will respond with his reasons
He is also selling a ripmo on a Swedish second hand website.
New Specialized Enduro?
So. Kinda like the Fuel EX adjustable things after the SJ EVO?
I have last years Green frame and it had the bosses on the top tube. I was pleased and surprised since the photos didnt show them.
I actually sat on that bike and have been told it's the Sensor.
Was set up with a 34 and have seen another one with a 36. So 130-160mm(?) front and i think 135/155 at the back. Don't know geonumbers though.
New DT Wheelset, with FR541 maybe?
Someone know where to find this Jekyll MX mullet link ?
I do not discuss the fact it will be called Sensor, this doesn't change the fact that the main/only obvious difference between the current Force/Sensor is the slimed down top tube. The rest looks very similar, suspension system included. Considering that the current Force/Sensor were not really successful I was expecting more changes. And considering how little has changed it is also very surprising how long it is taking them to release that bikes that we've known about for (more than ?) a year now.
I loved the 2020 Sensor. It was a fantastic bike
Cascade? 😜 (for the jekyll link)
As for DT Swiss, it would make all the sense. I wonder if it will be a 32 hole or a 28 hole affair.
Anyone know what brake calipers those are?
Hmm, commercially maybe not.
The Force was a good race bike (Maes) but as the Sensor had reasoqbly good reviews but fell short componentry/spec-wise. I never rode one
I'd also say the first generation of the current sensor was early on the "Trail-bike-train". With smart updates on the geometry and the ability to adapt to different travel options they'd have what currently everyone is chasing after, and is probably the most sold bike category. I also think it looks good too.
I've been told they (GT) went through a restructuring process, and according to the most recent post that they will be a standalone business again (still owned), so that indicates in fact changes.
Logo also looks different.
Polished code caliper.
Because there may or may not be a new Enduro rig coming...
P.S don't tell anyone but there's a new bike coming.
FR 1500 branded…
If that‘s the name of the new wheelset it doesn‘t really fit into DT‘s lineup - let‘s see.
The previous sensor was a great “do it all” bike. It was a touch overbuilt for the travel bracket it was in but didn’t falter when pushed harder than it was intended to be ridden since it shared the same front triangle as the same generation force. If the new one is even just a marginal improvement on the old it’ll be a great bike for anyone looking for a predictable & relatively low maintenance bike.
Rock Shox must be dropping the new vivid air any day now, the latest Moi Moi TV covering shock testing has it right out there in the open.
https://youtu.be/k8oD2GO_k9Y?t=510
God, not only is the reservoir butted up against the handlebar, the hose points up as well, making it impossible to route the hoses normally if you're not batshit crazy and don't go for a through-headset routed bike.
As for FR1500, DTs FR wheels never fit the naming conventions of the 1900, 1700, 1501 and 1200 series. The current FR wheelset is the 1950 and comes with Jbend hubs and spokes, unlike the rest of the factory wheelsets.