New edition of the Santa Cruz Blur LT

The new Blur LT also belongs to the class of all-mountain bikes and is a further development of the old Blur LT, which was launched in 2005. The frame is completely new and the rear triangle has also been revised, with the suspension travel increased to 140 millimetres. The new frame is designed for forks with suspension travel between 140 and 160 millimetres and offers a lower top tube for more freedom of movement.

The rear triangle has become stiffer and leaves plenty of room for wide tires. The right-hand dropout now not only offers a replaceable mount for the rear derailleur, it also serves as a bottle opener for a cold beer after the tour.

The VPP rear suspension system has been redesigned, which makes the suspension respond more smoothly and gives it a more linear characteristic, especially at the end of the suspension travel. This allows more of the suspension travel to be used. Nevertheless, the drive influences are reduced and the bike can be ridden uphill more efficiently.

The upper rocker arm is made of carbon and the axle diameter has been increased to 15 millimetres, with the shock having a separate mount. The bearings of the lower bell crank have labyrinth seals and can be lubricated.

The frame is available in a powder-coated or anodized finish. The first frames are expected in Switzerland in mid-June.

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