SRSLY? THESE PARTS, FOR THIS PRICE?! HERE’S WHAT MAKES THIS WOMEN’S XC RACER A STELLAR DEAL.
The fork! The RockShox Reba RL 29 is a solid, tunable fork that’s lighter than many other models on bikes at this price point. It has a quality damper for better performance over a range of terrains and temperatures, and comes with a women’s tune to optimize it for lighter riders
The frame! Light, stiff aluminum construction helps all the power you put in translate into forward motion, and the trail-friendly geometry of this hardtail (a little slacker and more relaxed) means that you can tackle techy trails with confidence. This year, Specialized is taking a new approach to its women’s models: The frame is unisex, with women’s touchpoints—and fun acid pink paint.
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The wheels! Roval wheels come outfitted with Specialized Fast Trak tires (rims and tires are both tubelessready out of the box). Testers found the combination to be great for most XC riding, while providing good grip on a variety of terrain.
The drivetrain! SRAM’s GX group brings top-end performance without a hefty price tag. It’s nearly identical to the brand’s higher-end XX1 and XO1 groups— it shares the light touch and reliable shifting performance—but is made with slightly heavier materials and lacks some of the adjustment of the pricier groups.
The brakes! SRAM’s Level TL hydraulic disc brakes have excellent modulation and good power, and the reach can be adjusted for smaller hands.
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