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Norco Range Carbon 7.1 (2015) Frame
The Good

Better cable routing than 2014, fun geometry

The Bad

seat-tube angle could be steeper, not the lightest of carbon frames

Overall Review
I loved the 2014 Carbon Range so much that I now have a 2015 Range. The few small things that bugged me about the 2014 Range have been fixed. The cable used to sit against the frame near the bottom bracket and it actually rubbed away some of the frame's material over time. They added a metal guard to better hold the cable and protect the frame. They also added little plugs that hold the hoses tightly in position so that they don't rattle inside the frame. I also just personally like this year's colors better. You can't tell from pictures, but the 7.3 model is a BRIGHT neon yellow and looks...
Posted by NMK183 on 4/9/2017 10:16pm
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2017 Norco Optic C9.2
Vital Review
Overall Review
Entering the scene in the spring of 2016, the new Optic is Norco’s addition to the growing short-travel trail bike market. Featuring 110mm of rear wheel travel, our test bike is built around 29-inch wheels but is also available in a surprisingly similar 27.5-inch option. The Optic was created simply to be a fun bike and is aimed at riders seeking a pedal smashing ride with trail capability. The varied and rocky terrain of Tucson, Arizona was a great place to see if Norco’s latest model lives up to the claims. Highlights Carbon frame with aluminum stays 29-inch wheels 110mm (4.3-inches) of rear...
Posted by bturman on 3/28/2017 11:43am