In theory, the larger the frame size the less nimble/handy a bike will respond. My Specialized Kenevo had a 500mm reach and felt great! It's almost impossible to know how a bike will "feel" and handle unless you actually ride it. I have used Geometry Specifications from previous bikes to give me...
I just purchased an XL Decoy MX Core 4 after riding a Large 2023 Decoy Elite. As others have eloquently stated, size is important 😉 and is a matter of personal preference! I like the nimbleness of the large size and found it was a little too cramped on the climbs and not quite as stable on the...
Having primarily owned carbon emtbs, one carbon/aluminum mix and one aluminum, totally agree with your sentiment. For emtbs, IMHO carbon does add much value or performance for the price increase.
Yes, I did replace the hose. I have a Shigura brake set-up (Shimano Saint levers and Magura MT7 calipers with Magura MDR-P 220mm rotors) and was required to use a Magura Brake Hose. I did not have to remove or drop the battery to do this. I recommend draining all the brake fluid from hose you...
Have 2 bikes with EP8 motor (one with 1st Gen & 1 with 2nd Gen) and they both rattle about the same. I've gotten used to it and it doesn't take away from the performance or enjoyment at all. As far as reliability, with a combined 4 years of riding on both motors, have had absolutely no issues at...
Nice color combination! Good idea to buy the service kit. Been very happy so far with customer service from the I9 Team. Seems like most either love or hate the angry hornet sound of the Hydra Hubs. Guess you can mute noise depending on how much grease you add. Not sure why someone would want to...
I am in the US (San Diego, California). I9 quoted me 4 weeks for delivery. There are a few other online retailers that have the all black wheelsets in stock and even on sale. I went with custom colors (silver hub, every other spoke and value stem) to match my new Orbea Wild.
How do you like...
Unfortunately you will have to strip off all the cables. I am running SRAM AXS Dropper Post and Transmission Drivetrain, so I only had to run the rear brake cable and did this when setting up brand new bicycle. You may want to strip the cable ends on the Handlebar side, route through the...
I never used the stock stem that came in my Wild. Use an aftermarket stem with round spacers. You will need to purchase this part if you choose to go that route.
https://www.orbea.com/us-en/gear/spare-parts/n835ttcc/2
I am 6ft and went with a large, think it fits perfectly. I am running a 170mm Rockshox AXS Reverb Dropper and could have fit a dropper with more travel but 170mm is all that I need on this bike.
Keep in mind other body dimensions play a role in how a bike "fits" you and size can be a personal...