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In addition to a carbon wheelset from DT Swiss and XTR components, the Basques have given the Occam M-LTD fine carbon components from Race Face. Perfectly colour-coordinated, the 2512 gram carbon frame attracts envious glances. Thanks to the asymmetrical design, the filigree frame triangle holds a large water bottle - not a matter of course for bikes in this category. However, anyone who reduces Orbea's luxury all-mountain to its exterior alone is underestimating the Occam tremendous.
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