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You have to remember all the fancy singlepivot and short dual link configurations are there just because of the FSR patent. Now that that's no longer active, you can also freely use horst link. And people are using it in droves, apparently.
There must be some reason for it...
Fox shock taped up ?
This one's still a bit rough around the edges being mated to a stock Gambler front triangle, but it's cool to see a 'real' prototype getting race tested in full view.
**Interesting two-axis lower shock mount, I wonder if it is meant to minimize side loads on what appears to be a fairly long-stroke shock?
Sure, the effective ETE does change, but it's probably a minimal change given how rough this prototype is. I wouldn't be surprised if the production frame lowers the chainstay pivot or raises it even more by using a pulley, like GT does.
Ofc dh and mx have different suspension requirements with pedaling efficiency probably being most noticeable but yeah, fsr seems to be taking the lead. There is still healthy competition though, all of dual links (vpp,dw,maestro,ks,...), sliders (yeti,polygon), and single pivots seem to be still quite interesting with high pivots but I'm pretty sure it will not die as long as Orange keeps making bikes :D
Besides that any fourbar linkage is much more tunable in regards to braking feedback compared to a single pivot (not true for designs with floating brake mounts).
And as mentioned, the antisquat characteristics, desired from any bike, are completely different to desired characteristics of a motorcycle. Plus a single swingarm design can be made strong enough on a motorcycle since weight is not as big of an issue, single pivot linkage actuation designs are optimal from the packaging point of view (rocket placement under the seat and behind the engine/over the gearbox), etc.
Different requirements, different results.
I think trunnion shocks are interesting since they facilitate very easy use of ball bearings in the frame or rocker mount of the shock, which then doesn't have any wear items like they did with bushings.
Also the bike in the van use a Bos shock and not a Fox with stickers on like the photo with Brendan's bike.
https://youtu.be/RuvTYWrmt5s?rel=0
A link of his kickstarter : https://www.leetchi.com/c/cagnotte-de-youn-27221309
And the track will probably get blown up after the practice.
It is short but I believe there will be enormous number of destroyed rims (hopefully not riders). And if it rains its gonna be a slaughterhouse, wet limestone offers 0 grip
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MIRANDA, the Portuguese manufacturer of cranksets and bicycle drivetrain solutions shows its commitment to the development of the sport and takes a step into the top level of DH racing. The new Miranda Factory Team will take part in the UCI DH World Cup and at some stops of the IXS DH Cup.
After a successful 2017 as co-sponsor of the official EWS BH-Miranda Racing Team, Miranda will continue to support the enduro team although as being the title name sponsor in 2018. Alongside with enduro, boosting this new DH team makes sense for us because at Miranda we want to show our full trust in supporting racing as a way to develop the sport and help riders to progress. On the top of that, the UCI DH World Cup will serve as a premium testing field for our products.
The riders of the Miranda Factory Team will ride Trek Session bikes at the races and also Trek Slash bikes for training, all bikes equipped with Miranda cranksets, chainrings and bottom brackets.
At Miranda we are proud of our roots, so the natural path for our team was to gather the best Portuguese young DH riders. The Miranda Factory Team welcomes Vasco Bica, Tiago Ladeira, and the promising talent Gonçalo Bandeira. Vasco Bica and Tiago Ladeira already have some experience at international level, with top 40s for Vasco and some good results as Tiago placing 10th junior last season in Lourdes DH World Cup. While Vasco and Tiago will be focused on the 2018 UCI DH World Cup season, Gonçalo, being 15 y.o., enters a development program that will allow him to compete at the international IXS DH cup.
We are thrilled for the season to begin. Bring it on!
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