Bulls Black Adder Team

Stefan Loibl

 · 09.01.2012

Bulls Black Adder TeamPhoto: Daniel Simon
Bulls Black Adder Team
Fast, comfortable marathon bike at an unbeatable price.

The 3699 euros on the test request form made us look for a higher-value model in the Bulls catalogue with irritation. However, the 9.45-kilo team version is already the top of the range for the ZEG hobbyhorse and, with the full XTR, the stiff SID-XX fork and FSA carbon components, leaves nothing to be desired. The short top tube and narrow handlebars ensure a compact riding position and slightly nervous steering. Long chainstays (454 mm) prevent rearing up on steep ramps. In addition, the flexing seat post gives the stiff frame a lot of comfort. Both testers found the 620 mm handlebars "limiting" on technical downhills and when pedalling out of the saddle, which cost handling points. Bulls also lags behind the competition with the two-year standard warranty.


Conclusion: Fast, comfortable marathon bike at an unbeatable price.

  Both pros found Shimano's XTR stopper (180/160 mm) to be the most ergonomic and easy to modulate brake in the test field.Photo: Daniel Simon Both pros found Shimano's XTR stopper (180/160 mm) to be the most ergonomic and easy to modulate brake in the test field.  Lighter than a Lefty: the carbon steerer tube and crown reduce the weight of the SID-XX-29 fork to less than 1500 grams.Photo: Daniel Simon Lighter than a Lefty: the carbon steerer tube and crown reduce the weight of the SID-XX-29 fork to less than 1500 grams.  Merida/Bulls protect the top tube from brake lever impacts: locking headsets. Make sense for expensive carbon fibre frames.Photo: Daniel Simon Merida/Bulls protect the top tube from brake lever impacts: locking headsets. Make sense for expensive carbon fibre frames.

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