2019 NS Eccentric Lite 1 Bike
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1 member reviews
Couldn't be happier
The Good
The perfect "tweener". Cross Country agility with the ability to climb like a goat. Went back to a hardtail after rolling FS the last number of yrs. So glad I chose this bike. The trails I ride are technical with quick elevation changes and loads of switchbacks. It eats them up. Even long rooty climbs are no match. I will say the most surprising thing about the bike was the X fusion fork. I was leary and ready to switch it out immediately. Decided to give it a real chance, and so glad I did. it was almost a deal-breaker. I had read A LOT of mixed reviews, but have to say, I couldn't be happier. Took a minute to get it dialed, but since then it has performed incredibly well. Also, the SX groupset has been hassle-free to boot. I had the NX on my last rig and honestly can't tell a difference. I think it actually shifts better under load than the NX did. Love the head-tube geometry, just slightly slacker than traditional XC which makes bombing descents a little less nerve racking. I'm old...50, and have ridden more styles of bikes than I can count after 30 years in this sport. I honestly think NS got just about everything right. I have upgraded a few things, carbon bars, seatpost, 50mm stem, etc., etc., and will continue to do so, but they did a good job on this bike straight out of the box. Wheelset is not too shabby and the Octane One components are nothing to sneeze at. I get stopped quite often as folks are still not too familiar with NS. They should be...
The Bad
The ONLY thing I will say, is it's a tad heavy for a hardtail out of the box (28 + lbs), but a few simple things have already shaved some weight. Without spending big bucks we are down to right around 26 with A LOT of room to put her on a serious diet and get it down to the sub 24 range.
Overall Review:
For tight, technical singletrack and some lung-burning climbs this is a bike that should be considered. For the price, I feel you get a bike that is versatile, agile, and fun as h@ll to ride. I was looking in the sub $2000 hardtail class. I easily could have spent more, and gotten less. I did a ton of homework before picking this bike and feel after riding her for a cpl of months, think my choice was a good one. I am definitely the weakest link as far as the capabilities this bike has to offer.
Specifications
Product
NS Eccentric Lite 1 Bike
Model Year
2019
Riding Type
Cross Country
Trail
Rider
Unisex
Sizes and Geometry
S
M
L
Wheel Size
29"
Frame Material
Aluminum
Frame Material Details
AL6061-T6 custom formed and butted tubes
Rear Travel
Hardtail
Rear Shock
N/A
Fork
X-Fusion RC32, 15mm x 110mm Boost
Fork Travel
120mm
Head Tube Diameter
Tapered
Headset
GW integrated tapered IS42/IS52, sealed bearings
Stem
Octane One Tone, 31.8mm diameter, 60mm length
Grips
NS Hold Fast
Brakes
SRAM Level, 180mm rotors
Brake Levers
SRAM Level
Drivetrain
1x
Shifters
SRAM NX, 12-speed
Front Derailleur
N/A
Rear Derailleur
SRAM NX Eagle, long cage, 12-speed
ISCG Tabs
N/A
Chainguide
N/A
Cranks
Truvativ Descendant PS 170mm
Chainrings
32 tooth
Bottom Bracket
SRAM Power Spline BSA
Pedals
None included
Chain
SRAM, 12-speed
Cassette
SRAM PG-1230,12-speed 11-50 tooth
Rims
Octane One Solar 29”, 32 hole, tubeless ready
Hubs
Front: NS 15 Boost, sealed bearings, 15x110mm
Rear: NS cassette, sealed bearings, QR 135mm x 10mm rear
Rear: NS cassette, sealed bearings, QR 135mm x 10mm rear
Spokes
14mm nipples
Tires
WTB Trail Boss 2, 29 x 2.4", folding bead, TCS Light/Fast Rolling, Dual DNA Compound, lightweight skinwall
Saddle
Octane One Rocker2
Seatpost
Kalloy
Seatpost Diameter
31.6mm
Seatpost Clamp
Standard quick release
Rear Dropout / Hub Dimensions
135mm x 10mm
Max. Tire Size
Bottle Cage Mounts
Yes (one on downtube)
Colors
Olive
Warranty
1 year frame
Weight
29 lb 1.6 oz (13,200 g)
Miscellaneous
European price: €1399
Internal dropper post routing
Internal dropper post routing
Price
N/A
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