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on instagram, countershox commented that they're launching a version for bikes in loudenvielle next week.

Still unsure how I feel about you picking this photo for the thumbnail 😂

2 rumors, 1 leading to another... Part of it might have been discussed previously, but I couldn't find any references in the thread. Devinci is launching a new Troy, sometime in September. There staff openly talk about it. Made of aluminum only, welded in Canada, with frame storage, will have mullet capabilities. Rear travel goes to 150, with 160 fork. Reach is growing about 5 mm. All SRAM builds. Top one with GX AXS t-type. The less expensive build are NX. This release has been pushed back by more then 6 months now. Shop employees are saying there is an...

Just feels different. Like we are all welcome to our opinions, but that doesnt make them right, certinally doesnt make them right for someone else. You might like Shimano brakes, I might prefer SRAM, doesnt make you right and me wrong, or vice versa....just differing opinions. And contrary to what American popular media would have you believe, it doesnt mean that we cant get along. bikes are cool, and thats rad

Not meant as rant, have a kick ass day!

Agreed. It feels like pinkbike vibes have entered the chat recently. There was once a time when I read pinkbike to be entertained by bufoons and would read vital for core-guy insider info and stoke. Seems like some of the pink-dweeb arguing bled into the vital forums.

Agree with all your points, but disappointed that you left electronic shifting off the list of hot topics. Sounds like we need to fight about that some more...

I've been away for a while, so not checking regularly for a couple weeks, so I spent a couple hours trying to catch up, prolly 12 or so pages the content and tone of comments has changed drastically in the last year. I can only assume with increased users and engagement, which has brought along with it, a much more negative and judgy tone. I was drawn to this comment section for the rumours and innovation (and spy shots, and great info from the likes or TEAMROBOT, Cascade, Dave, and many others) but I find myself turned off by the...

But there already is, the Status 2 (assuming we are going by travel). I can't see them dropping the Enduro completely. Maybe it won't get refreshed this year but I'm sure it will in 2025.

The other rumor is that there wont be a bike in speshs line up between the stumpy and the demo - although i have zero evidence to back up this claim Source - a British mtb journalist

I just got an ebike and it's blowing my mind. I don't think I was ever an ass about it, but I was certainly a bit judgy before. Now, I get it. For me, it just eliminates the slow, sloggy parts of the ride – it's always cruisy and fun. Plus, the penalty for using reliable, confidence-inspiring parts – beefy tires, big brakes, hefty suspension – is essentially eliminated. Isn't going to replace analog riding for me, it's gonna get me on a bike more, because I don't have to search for motivation when I'm tired, time pressed, or it's...

An Ebike isn’t just about making the climb easier. At least that’s what I’ve learned about them. It’s more about time management. I don’t have to plan my whole day around a ride on my favorite trail. You can also get to trails that you don’t ride as much because they are easier to access. It’s also interesting to run them in a different direction that wouldn’t be feasible on your regular bike. Did I mention climbing technical trails has a whole new spin to it? I still prefer riding my analog bike to be fair. Ebikes are just another...

Make your own bike park by installing a zip line from the top to the bottom, and send your battery down by itself every time you finish the climb. Shred down and pick up your battery again at the bottom.

I really need to see you guys ride.

Nooooo. Please don't tell me that same BS nomenclature is now going to migrate over to cable operated components as well. I'm not sure I can take it.

You mean like, downhill bikes from 25 years ago? They were still a shit load of fun to me. 🤷‍♂️

I think the “enduro” bike as we know it is dying. We keep seeing enduro bikes creeping towards DH bike territory with longer travel and dual crown compatibility, while trail bikes are creeping up on enduro bikes from the other side. I can see the classic 160mm enduro bike going away and being replaced by 170-190mm descent focused bikes with dual crown compatibility like the Spire and Spindrift. Then riders with more mixed trails will gravitate to slightly shorter travel “all mountain” bikes like the Ripmo, Stumpy, and Bronson.

New Bosch gen5 motor and components due out at the end of sept. New 800w and 600w batteries and top tube integrated screen. The 800w battery is lighter than the current 750w by about a pound with more advanced cells. The motor is roughly the same weight as the gen4 with the same 85nm and 600w peak power and 2 bolt attachment rather than 3. A slight evolution, not the leap DJI and ZF are bringing to the game . There will however be many bikes with new/updated frames due to this change.

Saw a 2025 catalog this weekend that peaked my interest. It looks like Bosch might have a new generation CX level battery coming out. Size 800 maH, and has a much lighter weight for its size. Granted the bike that it comes with has a major design change to the frame, but they’re claiming a whopping 10 pounds lighter weight over the 2024 model…

Yes. It's hard to see as currently they're more expensive, but the price will come down in real terms each generation whereas labour cost in general, stays constant or increases in real terms. Its why straight pull hubs exist, its why a lot of things in the automotive world are the way they are, so robots can do the assembly. Would I say its on the only reason, no definitely not. A big driver in the performance bike world is aerodynamics for road bikes, and because of the UCI weight limit has been hit for over a decade now, road...