Morewood Jabula

Peter Nilges

 · 23.07.2013

Morewood JabulaPhoto: Robert Niedring
Morewood Jabula
The Jabula from Morewood is the ideal choice for fast, rough Lake Garda downhills. With a more solid tyre choice, it would be even higher in the rankings.

What a machine. We were amazed after the first test rides in Latsch and the subsequent use on Lake Garda. The smooth-running Jabula smoothes out even the nastiest rumble trails and literally sticks to the ground. Sensitive, forgiving and never at the limit, it tops the downhill rankings. No wonder, the specially tuned suspension from BOS with the new Kirk damper is not stingy with travel. However, it is not just the quantity but also the quality of the suspension travel that is impressive. No annoying bottoming out, sufficient feedback from the ground and awesome traction. The only limiting factor here is the tyres. To maximise the bike's potential, we had to upgrade to a softer rubber compound and more stable carcasses. In the version supplied, the long-stroke Morewood remains just under 13 kilos and has very light wheels. The geometry and cockpit as well as the switchable platform on the shock leave nothing to be desired for this area of use.


ConclusionThe ideal choice for fast, rough downhills on Lake Garda. With a more solid tyre choice even further up the rankings.


TuningCarbon chain guide, tyres with latex milk, wheelset with Tune hubs

  Just like the YT Industries, the brand new BOS Kirk shock conjures up the finest performance in the rear triangle. A real statement for enduro bikes.Photo: Robert Niedring Just like the YT Industries, the brand new BOS Kirk shock conjures up the finest performance in the rear triangle. A real statement for enduro bikes.  If simple, then SRAM XX1. Seven out of eight manufacturers installed the eleven-speed drivetrain, and not just because of the wider gear range.Photo: Robert Niedring If simple, then SRAM XX1. Seven out of eight manufacturers installed the eleven-speed drivetrain, and not just because of the wider gear range.  Every millimetre counts on Lake Garda. The long stroke at the rear allows you to ride the shock a little softer than the fork.Photo: BIKE Magazin Every millimetre counts on Lake Garda. The long stroke at the rear allows you to ride the shock a little softer than the fork.

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