27.5 inch instead of trend size
The Clash V3 deliberately sticks to the smaller wheel format.
The manufacturer from Andorra is pursuing a clear goal: direct handling instead of maximum smoothness. Fast direction changes, jumps and playful lines take centre stage. It is intended for use in the bike park and on technical descents.
A suspension fork with 180 mm travel works at the front. At the rear, 170 mm is available.
Aluminium frame with four-bar rear triangle
Commencal continues to rely on aluminium instead of carbon. The frame combines the alloys 6066 and 6061, which makes sense for such a shred machine. A freerider has to be able to take a beating.
The four-bar rear suspension was revised. The aim was less pedal kickback and more sensitive response behaviour. At the same time, the end progression should control hard landings.
The frame fulfils the EFBE Tri-Test 5 standard. This test confirms its suitability for extreme gravity use. But even without a certificate, you can tell that the bike can take a lot. After all, the big boys like Tomas Lemoine, Edgar Briole and Paul Couderc have already done everything you can expect a bike to do with the Clash.
Further details:
- Approval for double bridge forks
- BSA bottom bracket
- UDH derailleur hanger
- Internal cable routing with Jagwire liners
- Additional tool holder under the top tube
- Space for 590 ml drinking bottle
Compact geometry for direct handling
The geometry remains clearly designed for agility.
Important key data:
- Steering angle: 63.8°
- Seat angle: 77.5°
- Chainstays: 434 mm
- Bottom bracket drop: 10 mm
The reach values of the three frame sizes.
They are moderate.
- S: 435 mm
- M: 455 mm
- L: 480 mm
The wheelbase is between 1,211 and 1,260 mm.
The combination of short chainstays and a slack steering angle is designed to combine stability on steep terrain with direct steering behaviour.
Signature model 2027: with Fox Factory suspension
The complete Signature bike costs € 5850.
The equipment includes:
- Fox 38 Factory with Grip-X2 cartridge
- Fox Float X2
- Shimano XT 12-speed drivetrain
- Shimano XT four-piston brakes with 200 mm discs
- DT Swiss EX1700 wheels
Tyres:
- front Schwalbe Magic Mary
- rear Schwalbe Tacky Chan
The scope of delivery also includes a protective film and mudguard.
Two variants available from September
Commencal is initially offering the Clash V3 in two versions:
- Signature complete bike
- Frameset (1884 €)
Dimitri Lehner
Editor
