Bulls Copperhead Carbon
Bulls offers 2017 the multiple BIKE test winner Copperhead with a carbon fibre chassis for the first time. Despite oversizing, the high-quality carbon fibre frame should only 1100 grammes on the scales. The Copperhead hardtail is designed to be a little more comfortable than the Black Adder racing bike and therefore appeals to hobby bikers and price-conscious beginners who don't want to do without carbon. In addition to internal cable routing, the Copperhead Carbon is also prepared for Shimano's Di2 drivetrain. The new frame has Boost for more stiffness, which should make the in-house XC 21 wheels even more robust.
The Bulls Copperhead Carbon is available in various equipment variants - all in either 27.5 or 29 inches. In addition to the identical frame, all versions come with a Shimano XT 11-speed rear derailleur and double crankset. The equipment is above average for this price.
The entry-level model for 1499 Euro (27.5 inches, the 29er versions are slightly more expensive), the Bulls Lytro suspension fork and Magura MT4 brakes. The weight is said to be 11.7 kilos. The RS models have a Rock Shox Reba fork and Shimano Deore brakes provide the necessary deceleration.
Bulls Wild Edge Carbon
The winning bike of the Cape Epic 2016 goes into production: the Wild Edge comes with a monocoque carbon frame with new kinematics. Organic shapes are designed to improve the power flow of the Bulls Wild Edge and save material at the same time. The firm 100-millimetre rear triangle should be more drive-efficient than that of its predecessor. In combination with a 110-millimetre suspension fork, Bulls wants to generate more safety downhill and still maintain agility.
The Wild Edge comes with a RockShox Monarch shock as standard, but this can be replaced with a metric one thanks to a flip chip. The Bulls bikes also impress with their high-quality equipment. Another highlight is the in-house Duroflex carbon seatpost (less than 200 grams), which is designed to noticeably increase comfort. The seatpost flexes by up to 10 millimetres and the seat tube has been shortened to increase the effect. However, a dropper post can also be retrofitted. Also practical: there is space for two large bottles in the frame triangle.
There will be a total of five model variants of the Wild Edge. The top model comes with a RockShox RS1 suspension fork and a choice of Shimano XTR (5799 euros) or electronic XTR Di2 (6599 euros). The budget version with RockShox Reba fork and Shimano SLX/XT mix will cost €2999.
