BH Bikes LYNX RACE LT 7.5

The "LYNX RACE LT 7.5" model from BH Bikes, launched in 2023, is a high-quality mountain bike that stands out for its advanced features and modern design. The frame is made of carbon fibre, ensuring high stability whilst remaining lightweight. With a maximum load capacity of 165 kg and a kerb weight of just 12 kg, this bike offers a remarkable combination of lightness and robustness.

The LYNX RACE LT 7.5 is fitted with Shimano XT 180mm brakes, which ensure reliable and precise braking performance. The derailleur and shift lever are also by Shimano – specifically the XT 8100 model with 12 speeds – ensuring excellent shifting performance and versatility. The fork is a Fox 34SC Performance with 120 mm of travel and a Push-to-Lock system, whilst the rear shock is a Fox DPS Evol Performance measuring 190x45 mm with 100 mm of travel.

The bottom bracket and crankset are also by Shimano; the crankset is an XT 8100 with a 34-tooth chainring and a length of 175 mm. The drivetrain is also a Shimano XT, which complements the entire groupset perfectly. The handlebars are BH SL Top Flat, 780 mm wide with a 10 mm rise, whilst the grips are BH SL Lock On, ensuring a secure grip. The stem is a BH FIT, 60mm long with a diameter of 31.8mm and a -6-degree angle.

The headset is an Acros ICR FIT 36/45 with Block Lock 160, which ensures precise steering. The tyres are Maxxis Ardent EXO 2.25, fitted to a BH Evo Alloy Tubeless wheelset with a width of 25mm and 28 spokes. The saddle is a Prologo Scratch M5, mounted on a Bike Yoke Divine SL seatpost with a diameter of 31.6 mm, a length of 400 mm and a drop of 80 mm.

In addition, the bike is FIT-compatible, offering further customisation options. The bike’s geometry comprises a reach of 448 mm, a stack of 607 mm, a seat tube length of 480 mm and a top tube length of 599 mm. The head tube angle is 67 degrees, the seat tube angle 75 degrees, the head tube length 110 mm, the chainstay length 430 mm and the bottom bracket height 333 mm.

Priced at EUR 5,299, the LYNX RACE LT 7.5 offers a good balance between performance and price, making it an attractive choice for ambitious mountain bikers.