34-millimeter stanchions, a 15-millimeter through-axle and be available in travel op- tions ranging from 120 to 160 millimeters. Fox Racing Shox (Booth 747) has
revamped its TALAS travel-adjust system for 2014—a feature making its debut on the enduro-ready 160-millimeter 34 TALAS. The Float X reservoir rear shock—initially spotted in prototype form on race program manager Mark Fitzsimmons’ bike—will also be officially unveiled at Sea Otter. Both have undergone extensive testing under enduro racers, according to Fox’s Mark Jordan. “These two products are ideal for the enduro market,” he said. California-based Specialized Bicycles
(Booth 714) was rather mum when initially questioned as to its lack of an offering with the new wheel size, but recently unveiled a new version of its popular all-mountain rig—the aptly named Enduro—in a 29er format. The new bike combines all the benefits of big wheels with none of the drawbacks, essentially rendering 27.5-inch wheels a bit of a compromise, and a moot point. “A 29er in the all-mountain category
X-Fusion’s 2014 Sweep RL2 fork for 27.5-inch wheels
was thought to be impossible because of the challenges with fit, geometry and weight,” product marketing manager Sam Benedict, recently told dealers. “But we have figured it out. The enduro scene is growing with many riders wanting the best bike that gives them confidence in the challenging terrain of this all-mountain experience. Whether this means racing on
the emerging Enduro World Series or seeking adventure in the mountains, the Enduro 29 is up to the task.” Gravity (Booth 710) is answering the call with its Gradient line of car-
bon enduro components, looking for the ever-elusive mix of lightweight and strength. The lineup features handlebars, stems, cranksets and—rid- ers who might choose to eschew the extra heft of dropper posts—the Gradient carbon seatpost. “Ideal for your trail or enduro machine, but will handle whatever you steer yourself into,” said FSA/Gravity marketing manager Mike Lawless. On the apparel side, French wheel maker Mavic (Booth 553) recently added the all-mountain Notch range to its line of mountain apparel, invit- ing media to Peillon, France, to spend two days racing enduro in the Notch shorts, jersey and helmet, as well as its Alpine XL shoe—a seemingly clear indication of the line’s positioning. The Alpine XL shoe features sticky rub- ber soles and ankle protection combined with clipless compatibility and a stiff sole, making it well suited to the portion of the enduro market running hybrid platform clipless pedals. The Notch helmet shares the now-familiar half-shell shape and a more rugged profile and deep rear coverage when compared with cross-country counterparts concerned mostly with weight and ventilation. Troy Lee Designs (Booth 602) also recently tossed its hat—er, helmet—
into the enduro ring. The recently released A1 is a three-quarter helmet the Southern California based company says is a “true” mountain bike helmet. The A1 is the first bicycle-specific non-full face helmet TLD has produced.
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