Bixs presents new models
In its 2015 range, Intercycles' own brand BiXS has something for almost every type of rider. The highlight of the collection is the Lane all-mountain series, which comes in the Rock, Climber and Trail versions. The carbon frame of these models was developed in cooperation with a Swiss engineer who, as a former racer, has a close connection to mountain biking himself. This frame is a twentyniner which, with 140 millimetres of suspension travel, should provide plenty of trail fun.
From the tapered head tube and the X12 thru-axle from Syntace to the cables and lines neatly routed in the frame, every detail has been thought of. On the rear triangle, a precisely adapted hard rubber impact guard ensures that the chainstays are not damaged. The frame is also prepared for Vario seatposts with cables running inside the frame - after all, BiXS installs such a post on all Lane models ex works. To ensure that the suspension functions optimally, BiXS has had the shock absorbers tuned to the rear triangle.
The top model "Lane Rock", designed entirely for all-mountain riding, features a 160 millimeter "Pike RCT3" suspension fork from Rock Shox. Thanks to the compact geometry, the manufacturer nevertheless promises the Lane models an extremely playful ride. The rear triangle relies on four-bar kinematics. Although Sram's XX1 drivetrain only offers 11 gears, the installed chainring with 28 teeth also provides really small gears. To keep the propulsion in check, BiXS gives the "Lane Rock" Sram's new Guide RS disc brakes, with a brake disc with a diameter of 200 millimetres fitted at the front ex works. Added to this are the
"LEV Integra" dropper post from Kind Shock, "E1700 Spline" wheels from DT Swiss and 2.35 inch wide "Hans Dampf" tires from Schwalbe, which offer plenty of traction and good protection against punctures even in rough terrain. Despite the solid equipment, a weight of just 12.4 kilograms is stated.
The "Lane Trail" is also equipped with components from Shimano and Fox. BiXS has paid attention to versatility with the drive. That is why on
this model has an XT crank from Shimano with three chainrings. These are slightly smaller than usual so that the total of 30 gears fit in combination with the larger wheels. Like the entire drivetrain, the brakes also come from the Shimano XT groupset - a guarantee of perfect function and durability.
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With the "Snow Odyssey", BiXS has a fat bike in its range for 2015 that is built for wild off-road rides. The frame made of hydroformed, triple-butted aluminum tubes and the "Bluto Solo Air" suspension fork from Rock Shox with its 100 millimeters of travel offer enough space for the 4.5-inch wide "Snow Shoe" tires from VEE Tire. The drivetrain comes from Sram's X7 groupset with the high-quality Evolve crankset from Race Face with two chainrings, the smaller of which only has 22 teeth to be able to propel the fat tires even in tough terrain.
The "Snow Odyssey" is equipped with 180 mm brake rotors. What is standard on trail bikes cannot be out of place on a fat bike. BiXS installs a Dropzone Vario seatpost from Kind Shock as standard, so that the "Snow Odyssey" can also be ridden safely on steep descents.
BiXS Snow Odyssey
Marathon models electrify
However, BiXS also offers attractive bikes for marathon fans with the Core Team and the Pace Team. Wheels with a 29-inch diameter are used on both models. Team riders from the BiXS racing team provided important input during the development of the Pace full suspension bike. For example, the carbon bike with its 100 millimetres of suspension travel has a particularly stiff rear triangle, as the chainstays are made from a single piece. This is intended to transfer the athletes' pedal power as directly as possible to the wheels. The flagship "PACE TEAM" is a dream come true for every ambitious racer. This is because BiXS draws on the full potential here and gives the top model not only a super-light carbon frame but also the newly developed Shimano XTR DI2 groupset for the race tracks.
Swissness is the trump card when it comes to the suspension of this racing file. The "XMM OP" fork and the super-light "X-313 Carbon" suspension strut come from DT Swiss and can be adjusted to the respective riding situation at lightning speed from the handlebars. The real highlight of the "Pace Team" is the electronic XTR Di2 groupset. This provides the rider with lightning-fast and precise gear changes with minimal operating forces. BiXS has elegantly housed the battery for the electronic shifting system in the carbon seatpost. Like the seat post, the handlebars and stem are also made of carbon from Ritchey. In addition, there are the lightweight yet robust "XR1501 Spline" wheels from DT Swiss.
The Core is available as a racing or sports hardtail in three carbon and seven aluminum models, one of which is a roadworthy model with luggage rack, lighting system and mudguards for the Core series. The aluminum versions impress with their dynamism and control, while the TEAM, SPEED and 100 models are made of carbon and appeal more to ambitious, marathon-oriented bikers. The model name says it all with the "Core Team". This is exactly the bike that the athletes of the BiXS team use on the racing circuit. The "Core Team" is also designed for racing, as the carbon hardtail frame is light and stiff, 29-inch wheels provide plenty of propulsion and the "XMM OP" suspension fork from DT Swiss with its 100 millimetres of travel is also sporty and firm. The lightweight "XR1501 Spline" wheels also come from DT Swiss and meet the highest demands. Shimano's electronic XTR Di2 groupset is also used here. With its 22 gears, it offers a wide gear range and quick and effortless gear changes. The disc brakes also come from the top group.
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