![]() Once you have that set-up correctly, the rest of the shock settings are fine tuning adjustments (Rebound and Compression damping, etc.) set to rider preference.Recommended sag is - 6-8mm for the W.Small and W.Medium size frames and 8-11mm at the shock shaft for W.Large size frames - This equates to approximately 15-20% of the total rear wheel travel. Contact the rear shock manufacturer for info if you do not have it. The key component for set-up with any rear shock here is sag. Small and Med size frames - 2.6:1 / Large - 2:1īecause it is highly likely the original rear shocks on older models are repaired/replaced/upgraded throughout the lifetime of the frame, we offer some very basic tuning guidelines, and recommend using the original rear shock manufacturers manual for more detailed set-up for the specific rear shock you have. Small and Med size frames - 1.5" / Large - 2.0" There’s even room for two water bottles within the front triangle for bigger training and racing days.Small and Med size frames - 6.5" / Large - 7.875" Rapid rolling 29-inch wheels are paired with a 120mm fork to tame the feral lines and smooth the sketchiest of passing manoeuvres. And talking of chainstays, each chainstay length is specific to the individual frame size meaning riders of every height enjoy the same handling and performance no matter what.īeyond the details, there are some bigger features that amplify this XC wild child’s abilities. In 1999, Juli launched the first ever women-specific mountain bike with the help of her friends here at Santa Cruz Bicycles. The head tube angle (67.1 degree) and reach (425mm) is a little steeper and shorter than a Joplin to meet the demands of aggressive climbing, yet the Wilder’s seat tube angle is a touch slacker and the chainstays a little longer than a Joplin too in order to retain that familiar Juliana confidence on descents. Let us introduce you to our sister brand Juliana Bicycles an entirely new range of women's bikes developed by former World Champion Juliana Furtado. This unique XC-trail attitude is also reflected in the geometry. ![]() So we’ve taken all the acceleration and out-of-the-saddle sprint qualities of a carbon XC race rocket and fused them with a rear-end that still rails corners like a hardcore trail bike. Saving weight means little without retaining an appropriate level of stiffness and responsiveness too. Compatible Forks: 80mm to 100mm total travel 100mm. Blur frame is 289g lighter than the previous model) it might be the difference between claiming first place.or just crossing the line. Production Start: 2000 Production End: 2003 Suspension/Pivot System: N/A (Hardtail) Size Range: S,M,L. The Blur isn’t guaranteed to make you a race winner but being the lightest, full-suspension carbon XC bike we’ve ever made (Approx 23lb as complete. The carbon frame, while being light, is made to go the distance and as always the legendary Santa Cruz lifetime warranty and Rider Support team has got your back. ![]() And the high quality fit, finish and carbon construction promises multi-day racers a worry free existence-meaning there's no fiddly proprietary parts that could leave you stranded in a Cape Epic or Breck Epic campsite. It was basically a womens specific Superlight. Two water bottle mounts within the front triangle should keep chuggers happy. Santa Cruz had offered the Juliana (Furtado) model of bike for a long time. ![]() The trim frame and super-efficient Superlight™ suspension will be the key to translating your input into competition beating performances.īut the Blur isn't just for the short track. We tapped into everything we’ve learned from years of making the highest quality carbon full-suspension bikes so that we could put as little (weight) as possible into the Blur frame. They know that to beat the pack every advantage needs to be acquired. And between each of those races, innumerable wannabes are putting in the hours on the rollers and in the gym all because they want to feel what it’s like to take the win. ![]() Or at least leaves with a water bottle as their prize. Each weekend, at race venues the world over, there is one rider who gets hoisted upon the shoulders of the crowd and carried to the podium. ![]()
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