Am expecting it to be a pretty capable all-rounder, and intend to use it for everything from short spins in the Pentlands, to everything the Tweed Valley has to offer and big days out in the Highlands.
Given availability of stock I’d originally gone for a Pike Select, but was really wanting an Ultimate level fork and whilst upgrade kits are available, it’s cheaper to get an Ultimate fork from the start with Bird. Then a Lyrik Ultimate RC2 became available as an option and whilst there’s a little weight penalty compared to the Pike, I think it should make for a great bike (will be paired with a Deluxe Ultimate rear shock).
Will be really interesting to see how it rides, last full sus was a Yeti ASR 5 about 4/5 years ago and have been on a rigid Surly Krampus 29+ since.
Cokie – what frame protection is that you’ve got fitted, Invisiframe?