What can we say about the 22X series that hasn’t already been said by a string of world champions, hundreds of privateer racers and a seriously enthusiastic biking press? It’s simple – just like its legendary predecessors, the 224-evolution is designed and built for off-the-peg downhill speed and competition victory at every level.
At the heart of the 224-evolution lies massively stiff but lightweight front and rear ends, joined by our famously reliable and slop-free oversized single-pivot assembly. A wide axle clamp area enhances already phenomenal tracking, while the 224-evolution’s eccentric headtube system and adjustable shock mount enable independent tweaking of the bike’s head angle, wheelbase and bottom bracket height perfect for individual riding styles or terrain and gradients that change from course to course.
The end result is breathtaking a super-plush, super-stiff yet highly manoeuvrable DH bike, equally at home on the international and domestic race circuits or pinning it just for fun. But don’t take our word for it take a look around and believe what you see
The Orange 224 Evo World Cup 2011 Features are:Frame: Monocoque/6061-T6 Custom Butted Aluminium Tube, 12mm Bolt Thro
Rear Shock: Fox DHX RC4
Fork: Rock Shox Boxxer World Cup Solo Air MC 200mm
Headset: Hope
Stem: Sunline V-One AM
Speed: 9
Front Mech: MRP G2 Chain Device
Rear Mech: Shimano Saint
Chainset: Race Face Atlas Single X Type
Bottom Bracket: Race Face X Type
Cassette: SRAM PG970 DH
Front Brake: Hope Tech M4
Rear Brake: Hope Tech M4
Rims: Mavic EX721 DH
Front Hub: Hope Pro 2
Rear Hub: Hope Pro 2
Tyres: Maxxis Hi Roller Super Tacky 2.5 Front Maxxis Hi Roller Super Tacky 2.5 Rear
Seatpost: Thomson Elite
What is a Full Suspension Bike?
Theyre designed for a variety of off-road uses: cross-country, trail riding, free riding, downhill riding and north shore riding. They improve comfort, control and efficiency by keeping the wheels in contact with the trail more. This translates to a smoother, faster ride. Suspension travel can range widely with shorter travel more suited to cross-country and the longer travel for DH and Free ride. They can be referred to as FS, full suspension or dual suspension.