BH Bikes LYNX TRAIL CARBON 9.0

The "LYNX TRAIL CARBON 9.0" model from BH Bikes, released in 2022, is a high-quality mountain bike that stands out for its advanced features and robust components. Priced at 4,699 EUR, it offers a wide range of features optimised for challenging trails and long rides.

The bike’s maximum load capacity is 140 kg, whilst the bike itself weighs 14 kg. The braking system consists of Shimano MT520 4-piston brakes with 180 mm rotors at both the front and rear, ensuring reliable braking performance and safety. The brake levers are also Shimano MT520, ensuring consistent and precise braking force transmission.

The drivetrain is a Shimano XT 8100 with 12 speeds, controlled by the Shimano Deore 6100 shift lever. This combination offers a wide range of gear ratios and enables smooth gear changes across a variety of terrain. The drivetrain consists of a Shimano Deore crankset with a 32-tooth chainring and a 170 mm crank arm, as well as a Shimano Deore 6100 cassette with a range of 10 to 51 teeth.

The bike’s suspension is provided by a Fox 36 Performance Grip Kabolt fork with 150 mm of travel and a Fox X2 Evol LV shock absorber. These components offer excellent shock absorption and control on uneven terrain. The bottom bracket is from Shimano, which contributes to the overall reliability of the drivetrain.

The cockpit of the LYNX TRAIL CARBON 9.0 consists of a BH Trail Carbon handlebar with a width of 800 mm, a rise of 10 mm and a back sweep of 9 degrees. The grips are BH Control Grips, and the stem is a BH TRAIL, 45 mm long with a diameter of 35 mm and a 0-degree angle. The headset is an Acros ICR FIT with Block Lock 160 degrees.

The tyres are Maxxis High Roller EXO, 3C, with a width of 2.35, which are renowned for their excellent grip and durability. The wheelset is a Race Face Aeffect with a width of 30 mm in the SuperBoost standard. The saddle is a Scratch X8, mounted on a Race Face Aeffect seatpost with a diameter of 31.6 mm, a length of 425 mm and a drop of 150 mm. The saddle clamp is integrated.

The bike’s geometry offers a reach of 475 mm, a stack of 619 mm and a seat tube length of 440 mm, ensuring a balanced and comfortable riding position.

Overall, the LYNX TRAIL CARBON 9.0 is a well-equipped mountain bike characterised by high-quality components, solid construction and well-thought-out geometry, making it an excellent choice for ambitious mountain bikers.