Transition's headquarters are situated just a few miles away from the US / Canadian border, which probably had something to do with the names they came up with for their new line of bikes. The Scout, Patrol, and Smuggler all use a Horst link suspension design that Transition is calling their GiddyUp link, a nod to all the pun fans out there. As far as geometry goes, the bikes are designed to be long, low and slack, with the same reach figures for all models, but with slightly different chain stay lengths depending on the amount of travel and wheel size.
PatrolThe Patrol is the longest travel option in the GiddyUp line, with 27.5” wheels, 155mm of travel and a slack 65 degree head angle. Transition developed the bike with input from team rider Lars Sternberg, who wanted a bike that could be pushed hard in gnarly terrain, yet still remain playful, and more importantly, pedalable. The best trails don't always have chairlifts leading to the top, and that's where the Patrol comes in. The frame only with a Monarch Plus RC3 will be $1999, and there are three different complete builds ranging from $3499 to $5999 USD.
A tapered head tube, internal cable routing, and a Schwalbe Magic Mary / Rock Razor tire combo are a few of the Patrol's highlights
ScoutIt's been almost nine years since Transition launched their Bottlerocket, a short travel freeride / slopestyle bike that gained something of a cult following, especially in the Pacific Northwest. That bike was responsible for making many riders reconsider just how much travel they actually needed for their local trails, since its geometry and solid construction allowed it to take on terrain that was normally populated by longer travel bikes. The 27.5” Scout follows in the Bottlerocket's path, possessing only 125mm of rear travel, but with geometry angles that reflect its all-mountain leanings. A 140mm fork puts the bike's head angle at 67 degrees, and pairing that with a 425mm chain stay length sure looks like a recipe for a good time. Frame only: $1799 USD, with two complete builds at $3299 and $4899.
Stiffness was a priority during the design of the new bikes. Clevis pivots are found where the seat stays join the rocker link, and an expanding collet system is used at the main pivot.
SmugglerThe Smuggler joins a handful off 29ers currently on the market that eschew chasing a pre-set amount of travel in order to focus more on getting the right geometry. Transition ended up with 115 millimeters of rear travel for the bike, and when paired with a 130mm fork that gives it a slack-for-a-29er head angle of 67 degrees. Eliminating the front derailleur mount made it possible to reduce the chain stay length down to 435mm in order to keep the bike lively in the corners. Frame only: $1799, Smuggler 2: $3299 USD (Deore / SLX 1x10 drivetrain with 42t cog, SLX brakes, RockShox Pike RC). Smuggler 1: $4899 (RockShox Pike RCT3, SRAM X1/X01 drivetrain, XT brakes).
RipcordTransition has built up a strong band of followers over the years, and many of those riders are also parents. Well, now there's a Transition for the groms, a full-suspension bike that uses 24” wheels and a 100mm 26” fork to create a miniature all-mountain rig. With a low standover and handlebar height, the Ripcord could be a good option for those hard chargers who aren't quite tall enough for a small 26” bike, but are deserving of a bike that won't hold them back. The final price isn't set in stone, but expect it to be somewhere around the $1500 USD mark.
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and how about suppressor's head angle at 160mm forks?
The covert carbon was such a sweet bike.....
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YOU ARE TRIPPING!!!! Sure, everybody is entitled to their own opinion, so fire away with your speculations.
We designed all the bikes you've previously loved and adore... Dirtbag, Preston, Bottlerocket, Blindside, Covert, Bandit... Have some faith. We just might love riding bike as much as you guys, and perhaps in some cases more. It's our job to give you the best ride possible. And that's exactly what we've done. Just picture everyone of our prior models (which you love) more optimized for your enjoyment. We love shredding just as much as you, and we won't steer you wrong. GIDDY UP. Smooches xoxoxxo | Lars N bars...
I think your customers should complain about it.
I do love my Covert as well.
Any tips on what to lookout for?
anywhere in NoVA, pedals like a 29er rides like a nomad....
Any solutions yet? Feel kinda dumb sitting here with all my savings on my lap..
Can't wait to see the specs. Great looking bikes.
The seat tube at 495 could be an issue. I'll need to tape measure a 150mm Reverb to see if it would work. Otherwise the geo looks awesome. Long front center, steep seat tube, slack head tube.
I'm hoping so, because the Covert was high on my list because of it's fun nature.
Someone make the decision for me. I race XC but want a bike I can destroy during the week on mixed XC and technical trails in CO.
Difficulty- I don't want a 29'er but would be fine with 26 even a 27.5
Where in CO are you?
I don't necessarily adhere to any of these options, I'm just curious.
No idea what that design is but I'm guessing this generic Trek looking frame shape with a horst link is some thing close to it.
Just curious (not criticizing)...
- Why vertical shock mount with those new Horst-link frames, instead of the same Transition-usual top-tube or down-tube mount? (eg. just for a different look, or is there geometry and/or suspension/leverage reasoning?)
- Why kids' Ripcord isn't with Horst link? (eg. additional costs even after patent expiration?)
If I had a magic wand...
- I'd conjure up a Horst-retrofit rear-triangle kit for my '11 Blindside & '07 Bottlerocket.
Awesome job (as always), Transition!
Also my girl really wanted to buy a 27,5 Bandit next year. Will the Bandit be removed from the line up? If so replaced by what?
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Patrol 157mm
Scout 125mm
Smuggler 115mm
Either these bikes are just super-dialed, or Transition is being revolutionary again, or both!
Sometimes the aluminum can be jarring on serious tech sections.
It's already a respectable 25lbs, with no carbon and 2x10 drivetrain.
Carbon/Ti would be dope for some flex. Steel is heavy, and I don't need/want a 30lb hardtail.