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Centurion No PogoCarbon for the anniversary

Florentin Vesenbeckh

 · 29.06.2016

Centurion No Pogo: Carbon for the anniversaryPhoto: Georg Grieshaber
Centurion No Pogo: Carbon for the anniversary
The No Pogo from Centurion has been one of the most popular touring bikes on the market for years. For its 20th anniversary, the classic comes in a carbon version and has been significantly slimmed down.

Centurion's best-known bike is undoubtedly the No Pogo. The classic will be 20 years old in 2017 and there's a carbon version to mark the anniversary. The frame is said to save 700 grams compared to its aluminium counterpart. The geometry and kinematics of the supported single pivot are based on the aluminium version and the 27.5-inch wheels as well as the suspension travel of 150 millimetres at the front and 145 millimetres at the rear are identical. As with the new Centurion Numinis-models, an adjustable main bearing should improve the stiffness of the rear triangle. The carbon No Pogo will be available in three versions, with a single drivetrain or with a front derailleur. The top model is based on Sram's 12-speed Eagle, a Rock Shox chassis consisting of a Pike fork and Monarch RT3 shock, Magura MT carbon brakes and Boost standard on the front and rear wheels. The top model of the No Pogo Carbon weighs 12.4 kg - around one kilo less than the current top version made of aluminium. There will be three model variants, ranging in price from around 3500 to 5500 euros.

Tidy look: The brake cable runs on the outside, while the shift cables and dropper post cable run inside the frame.Photo: Georg Grieshaber Tidy look: The brake cable runs on the outside, while the shift cables and dropper post cable run inside the frame. Only the rocker is still made of aluminium on the new Centurion No Pogo Carbon. The print reveals how much is inside, namely 145 millimetres.Photo: Georg Grieshaber Only the rocker is still made of aluminium on the new Centurion No Pogo Carbon. The print reveals how much is inside, namely 145 millimetres. The main bearing on the No Pogo rear triangle can be adjusted. According to developer Genze, this should make the connection of the rear triangle more torsionally stiff.Photo: Georg Grieshaber The main bearing on the No Pogo rear triangle can be adjusted. According to developer Genze, this should make the connection of the rear triangle more torsionally stiff. Helps to save weight: the filigree carbon seat clamp, which is otherwise only known from Centurion's race bikes.Photo: Georg Grieshaber Helps to save weight: the filigree carbon seat clamp, which is otherwise only known from Centurion's race bikes.
Florentin Vesenbeckh

Florentin Vesenbeckh has been on a mountain bike since he was ten years old. Even on his very first tour, he focussed on single trails - and even after more than 30 years in the saddle of an MTB, these are still the quintessence of biking for him. He spent his youth competing in various bike disciplines and later his cycling career was characterised by years as a riding technique coach. Professionally, the experienced test editor now focusses on e-mountainbikes. In recent years, the qualified sports scientist and trained journalist has tested over 300 bikes and more than 40 different motor systems in the laboratory and in practice.

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