By shifting a pivot point from the chainstay to the seat stay, Corratec wanted to eliminate bobbing from its 2Circle rear suspension system. However, this has made the 90 millimetre rear travel even stiffer and less sensitive. The high and slightly rising touring fully (135 millimetre head tube) also continues to struggle with drive influences. Although the progressive DT fork matches the firm rear end, it responds much more sensitively. The flawless XT drivetrain is pleasing, you get a carbon bottle cage and many of the in-house Zzyzx parts as standard. When setting up the rear suspension, you shouldn't rely on the SAG display, but rather ride the shock a little softer. The six-year warranty on the colourful frame is a plus point.
ConclusionTour-orientated marathon bike. Unfortunately, the stubborn rear suspension costs points.
+ Good suspension fork
+ Equipment
- Drive influences
- Stubborn rear end
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