commencal 2021

[HeatproofGenie]

I think the Marin is a solid entry. I like longer chain stays for my size but it's on the table for my wife. Price is definitely good.

 

[robat]

I think the Marin is a solid entry. I like longer chain stays for my size but it's on the table for my wife. Price is definitely good.

Not really, since it's an E7000, 504Wh bike. They screw you "Santa style" ?
You can get far better E8000 bikes for the money.

 

[Matt_Rider]

Not really, since it's an E7000, 504Wh bike. You can get far better E8000 bikes for the money.

Comes as an EP8/630wh bike with Fox 38 Performance Elite / Coil Shock version too.

 

[robat]

Comes as an EP8/630wh bike with Fox 38 Performance Elite / Coil Shock version too.

Yeah... for only 1400$ more...

 

[rb.]

Yeah... for only 1400$ more...

Which is worth it, still not a bad price for that spec.

 

[Matt_Rider]

Yeah... for only 1400$ more...

That's a hell of a lot for not much more.

 

[robat]

Which is worth it, still not a bad price for that spec.

I agree.
But the base model is a rip-off imo.
But let's get back to commencal 21 bikes.

Does anyone have a size s meta power 21 and can upload a picture?
Would really like to see one

 

[spacemonkey]

I see on the commencal website (EU) , that the Ohlins version is pushed back to JUNE 2021...pffff
Was first march...what's going on? Seems like a lot of people are getting their bikes....
Maybe a problem with the ohlins parts???
Anybody knows anything?

 

[Vertas]

It's just the preorders. The more people that preorder the longer the wait from manufacturers I would assume?
Those who pre-ordered when it said February will get it at that time.

 

[rb.]

That's a hell of a lot for not much more.

Sorry, getting off topic again, but just needed to address this silly comment.

E1 $4600 USD:

• RS 35 Gold fork - Lower of the low end forks.
• SD R Coil - No adjustment
• 10 Speed Deore drivetrain - Who even specs 10 speed anymore?
• Lowest end shimano brakes.
• TranzX seatpost - No experience so cannot comment
• 504 Battery - Smaller
• e7000 motor - Old model and low power output

E2 $6000 USD:

• Fox 38 - Top of the line fork (Already worth nearly +$800 over previous version).
• Fox DHX2 coil - Top of the line shock
• XT/SLX 12 speed drivetrain
• SLX Brakes
• X-Fusion seatpost - Came on my enduro and I've been surprisingly happy with.
• Deity bar/stem
• 630 wh battery
• EP8 Motor

That being said, I'd still take a Commencal over either of these bikes.

 

[Matt_Rider]

Sorry, getting off topic again, but just needed to address this silly comment.

E1 $4600 USD:

• RS 35 Gold fork - Lower of the low end forks.
• SD R Coil - No adjustment
• 10 Speed Deore drivetrain - Who even specs 10 speed anymore?
• Lowest end shimano brakes.
• TranzX seatpost - No experience so cannot comment
• 504 Battery - Smaller
• e7000 motor - Old model and low power output

E2 $6000 USD:

• Fox 38 - Top of the line fork (Already worth nearly +$800 over previous version).
• Fox DHX2 coil - Top of the line shock
• XT/SLX 12 speed drivetrain
• SLX Brakes
• X-Fusion seatpost - Came on my enduro and I've been surprisingly happy with.
• Deity bar/stem
• 630 wh battery
• EP8 Motor

That being said, I'd still take a Commencal over either of these bikes.

I'm saying its a hell of a lot more spec for not much more money mate.

 

[rb.]

I'm saying its a hell of a lot more spec for not much more money mate.

Ah, then I agree and typed that out for nothing. Lol

 

[Rob Rides EMTB]

Ah, then I agree and typed that out for nothing. Lol

To be fair you had a 50% chance of mis reading the comment!

 

[Matt_Rider]

Ah, then I agree and typed that out for nothing. Lol

Haha all good. If if anything the E2 looks even better value now you did that!

 

[melmark]

Ah, then I agree and typed that out for nothing. Lol

Funny, I read it the way he intended. Could totally be taken the other way also. Weird how that happens. Like "I saw someone on the hill with binoculars" 50/50 eh

 

[Darkyhs]

Hi guys, quick question. When I charge my bike, the screen is off and I have no clue what percentage the battery is. My wife's Scott E-MTB with Bosch as an example shows the battery charge level. Can we set this up on our screen for the Shimano EP-8 to have somewhat of an idea of what the current level of charge is?

 

[melmark]

Thanks Shenchman for the fork decal link. Looks much better than holloween orange imo

My failed attempt to color match the motor cover plate in an attempt at more stealth. It may have backfired anyway as it may draw even more attention to that area..

 

[Gw0175]

Thanks Shenchman for the fork decal link. Looks much better than holloween orange imo

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My failed attempt to color match the motor cover plate in an attempt at more stealth. It may have backfired anyway as it may draw even more attention to that area.. View attachment 46511

Looks waaay better ? Had you not mentioned the motor cover respray job I wouldn't have noticed anything wrong. Looks good to me ??

 

[Darkyhs]

So the bike is just amazing! Couldn't be happier! I am not sure about the rattle. Haven't been biking without the trusted AirPods pro. =)

Share some pics of your sleds in the wild lads!

 

[Irfan1712]

Love it. Are you happy with your choice of the 29er? I’m eyeing up a 27 signature (would be happy with a race too) but can’t help but keep considering a 29.

I didn’t quite gel with my Decoy 29 so that might have answered my own question, although being an XL it felt too big for me in any case!

 

[Darkyhs]

Love it. Are you happy with your choice of the 29er? I’m eyeing up a 27 signature (would be happy with a race too) but can’t help but keep considering a 29.

I didn’t quite gel with my Decoy 29 so that might have answered my own question, although being an XL it felt too big for me in any case!

To be fair, I only have ridden 29'ers for the last couple of years. So I am quite used to it. I am a 181CM and have a Large, which seems to be the perfect size for me.

 

[rb.]

Love it. Are you happy with your choice of the 29er? I’m eyeing up a 27 signature (would be happy with a race too) but can’t help but keep considering a 29.

I didn’t quite gel with my Decoy 29 so that might have answered my own question, although being an XL it felt too big for me in any case!

I was not too happy with my XL Decoy 29er either. It felt heavy and did not handle well in comparison to the Meta. But my 7 previous bikes were all 29, so I’m not sure how 27.5 bikes ride anymore. Lol.

 

[Irfan1712]

Fair!
I think I’ve set my mind on the 27 now. It’s just deciding between race with the Zebs and rear coil, or paying extra for the blingy signature with the Fox 38’s. I can’t stand code R’s which the race has but they can always be changed. Availability on both bikes is June 2021. Madness.

 

[rafaellop]

Got my SX Race yesterday... Invisiframed ready with a few additions, big day out tomorrow, can't wait to see how it rides!! ?

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Perfect! Killer spec and look. Only thing I would change are the white decals. Black would do better. Also on the website the Zeb's decals on the Race are white and the chain is silver. Pitty there's no Meta SX priced between the Ride and Race and on better components than SRAM SX and Guide RE + some cheaper coil. 5699€ for such a machine and it will be mine. Race too expensive, Ride requires too much upgrades.

 

[melmark]

Brand new model! New meta power TR with less travel (150/140), more trail oriented (obviously)

 

[melmark]

different geometry and linkage

 

[R120]

This is the bike I have been waiting for them to bring out

 

[rb.]

As someone who had a 140/150 YT decoy 29 and now a Meta Power 29. I’ve come to the conclusion, more power is more better with ebikes.

 

[noblige]

As someone who had a 140/150 YT decoy 29 and now a Meta Power 29. I’ve come to the conclusion, more power is more better with ebikes.

I was about to say the same thing - as there's no penalty for a bigger bike (climbing wise), why bother with TR?
Unless it's a really light bike with smaller motor/battery (a-la Levo SL), it still will be a slog on flat trails

 

[brewoz40]

Have to agree, just don't see the point of this bike. The geo isn't bad and I'm sure it rips, but your not saving any weight at all, just sacrificing suspension travel for what?? I guess it's basically in line with the Levo and other manufactures that have a more 'trail' oriented E bike. But without the weight savings, just not worth it in my opinion. Especially with the Levo SL and the Orbea Rise. No contest. It's still going to be a heavy big beast that's still going to plow but with less travel. A miss in my opinion. Should have come out with a smaller battery, even mullet, shave off at least 10 - 12lbs, then we be talking. As is, no point at all. Same weight basically as it's bigger counter part. So why??