Bulls remains confident in the future of hardtails in the entry-level segment and is unveiling the new Copperhead Carbon from the 2027 model range. The hardtail is set to impress with its light weight, high reliability and impressive efficiency. With the new Copperhead, Bulls is primarily targeting price-conscious beginners who are looking for a versatile hardtail for everything from daily rides to the occasional cross-country and marathon rides. Introducing the new Bulls Copperhead Carbon!
Conclusion
It’s great to see the Copperhead Carbon back. This classic hardtail has been given a fresh new look and is now positioned in the sporty segment. This gives the market a new yet tried-and-tested option with a carbon frame at an affordable price. I’m sure the Copperhead, fitted with Shimano XT components, will appeal to quite a few beginners. - Jan Timmermann, BIKE editor
Bulls Copperhead Carbon in detail
- Intended use: Cross-country / Marathon / Touring
- Suspension travel: 100 mm
- Wheel size: 29”
- Frame material: carbon
- Weight: N/A
- Price: 1,599 euros
New carbon frame with updated geometry
Compared to its predecessor, the geometry of the Copperhead Carbon 2027 has been updated. Bulls offers four frame sizes from S to XL and sticks to tried-and-tested, conservative seat tube lengths (480 millimetres in size L). The reach increases to 453 millimetres in size L, whilst the chainstay length remains compact at 430 millimetres across all frame sizes to ensure agile handling. Bulls specifies 65-millimetre-long stems in sizes S and M, whilst the cockpit measures 80 millimetres in sizes L and XL. The head tube angle is now a flat 68 degrees, and the seat tube angle a steep 75 degrees. The carbon frame is constructed using a monocoque design and features a thru-axle as well as internal cable routing through the headset.
Customised equipment
In classic style, the new Bulls Copperhead Carbon features a suspension fork with 100 millimetres of travel. As befits its class, this all-round hardtail rides on 29-inch wheels. This new edition of the bike is available in just one specification. The highlight of the spec list is a mechanical Shimano XT rear derailleur, which is, however, combined with shift levers, a cassette and a chain from the Deore groupset, as well as non-groupset disc brakes.
Features in detail
- Front fork: RockShox Judy Gold, 100 mm
- Drivetrain / Gear ratio: Shimano XT / Deore (1 x 12), 32; 10–51 t. (510%)
- Brakes: Shimano BR-MT200 / SM-RT30 CL, 180 / 180 mm
- Tyres: Schwalbe Racing Ray / Racing Ralph Twin-Skin, 29 x 2.35”
What do you think: do you still value an affordable carbon hardtail from a specialist retailer these days? Let us know your thoughts in the comments!
Jan Timmermann
Editor
