2019 NS Eccentric Lite 1 Bike
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Couldn't be happier
Rating:
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.

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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
Handlebar
NS, 760mm width, 5mm rise
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
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
Price
N/A
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