XC / Race

Race/Cross Country (XC) bikes usually have between 100 and 140mm of travel and are known for their efficient climbing. As suspension linkages systems and shock technology improves, XC bikes are being designed with more and more travel and the line between XC and race is becoming blurred. These are great for XC racing and general, recreational riding. At the shorter end of the travel, the bikes are better suited for climbing and single track whereas the longer travel versions are ideal for general off road riding.