Now that this year’s tradeshows are over, we have a pretty clear picture of where the cycling industry is taking us. From Sea Otter, Eurobike, Interbike and dozens of product launches along the way, here’s my take on where mountain biking is heading.
1. Plus rolls onward
Two years ago fat bikes crowded the tradeshow halls, but their time has come and gone. While their heyday may have passed, their influence on the market remains — many mountain bikers now have a taste for fatter, if not fully fat, tires.
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Plus bikes in various diameters have grown in popularity this year. Nearly every company has a 27.5+ hardtail in its line, many also have 27.5+ full suspension as well.
The mid-sized 27.5+ platform owes its widespread acceptance to the fact that the size often fits nicely into 29er frames and forks. Companies can offer one model with two wheelsizes. Santa Cruz has capitalized on this by offering the Hightower and Tallboy in 29er and 27.5+ versions.
2. Elevated chainstays — function over form
3. All “adventure” all the time
4. Big data comes to mountain biking
5. XC goes aggro
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