PRESS RELEASE: YT IndustriesYT Industries is bringing a limited edition of the CAPRA 27 AL to the market. It comes with high-performance specs, a “raw” aluminium finish and is 100% carbon free. With only 200 units made, this limited edition will be available to order via the webshop at
www.yt-industries.com.
100% CARBON FREE YT Industries is launching a special edition of the CAPRA 27 AL to respond to demand for an aggressive aluminium bike with high performance components. The core of the limited edition is the elaborately-designed aluminium frame – 100% carbon free. It sets standards in aluminium workmanship as the multi-butted, hydroformed tubes not only keep the weight down and strength up but embodies the look of a true YT. So that’s what one should see: that’s why the CAPRA 27 AL Limited Edition strips down and goes for a clean “raw” aluminium look. High quality components round up the wild character of the CAPRA 27 AL Ltd., and turn it into a unique bike that the Goatman himself would be proud to ride.
Bryan Regnier riding the new CAPRA 27 AL Limited Edition. Photo credit: Ale Di Lullo.
COMPONENTSEquipped with the FOX 36 Float Factory fork and the FOX DHX2 Factory shock, the CAPRA Ltd stands ready to take on demanding trails and bike park laps. With 180mm of super smooth travel, the FOX 36 Float Factory fork provides unrivalled traction and keeps you on course in the roughest of conditions. The heavy-duty FOX DHX2 Factory shock with its lightweight SLS steel spring combines maximum performance with a wide range of adjustment, for that extra rear end sensitivity that gives you the ability to deal with any terrain. Plush and poised, the bike still provides enough feedback to allow you to know what it's doing. For better efficiency on the way back up the hill, the shock can also be locked out with a simple flick of a switch. With massive gear range and the robustness to match it, the 1x11 drivetrain is ready to deal with any conditions. E*thirteen’s 9-46 tooth cassette is the first choice when it comes to aggressive trail riding and tough racing. SRAM’s Code RSC brakes with adjustable reach and bite point provide optimal modulation, and with 200mm Centerline rotors both front and back you’ll never find yourself lacking in stopping power. The Kashima coated FOX Transfer Factory dropper post scores high marks with infinite travel adjustment, ease of use and reliable performance. The Renthal cockpit and e*thirteen TRS+ wheels round out the Ltd build in style.
GEOMETRYWith the CAPRA, YT has combined the capabilities of a full-blown DH machine with the climbing prowess of a trail bike. With short chainstays and a slack head angle, the modern geometry delivers just the right combination of agility and stability. The CAPRA 27 is made for those who are looking for the liveliness of a trail bike with the suspension travel reserves of a downhill bike. Thanks to that extra travel, it sticks to the ground as a real DH rig would. The slack head angle and the long wheelbase ensure stability at speed, while the short chainstays provide a poppy, agile feel and an appetite for railing corners. Without compromise, a true downhill weapon – that you can also ride without a lift.
Ace Hayden in Portugal with the new CAPRA 27 AL Limited Edition. Photo credit: Ale Di Lullo.
YT TAILOR MADEThe CAPRA 27 AL Limited Edition is available in five frame sizes, from S to XXL. This wide range ensures that every rider can find a suitable frame size. YT’s Tailor Made concept gives every rider the choice of two or even three frame sizes, depending on preferred reach and riding style. The concept is made possible by a combination of low seat tubes and dropper posts. The choice of frame size no longer depends solely on the height of the rider, giving everybody the option of running anything from moderate to extra-long reach numbers.
AVAILABILITYThe CAPRA 27 AL Limited Edition is available on the YT web shop. 200 unique pieces will be available, 100 bikes in the US and 100 in the EU. Customers from the US can order and buy the bike immediately. European customers can preorder the bike starting November, 22nd, 2018. It will be available starting November, 28th 2018.
Yes I'm a pedantic bastard.
No I don't care.
WEIGHT*
14,5 KG / 31,9 LB
* Weight measured without pedals in frame size S. Due to manufacturing tolerances of the individual components the bike weight may differ +/- 5%
For arguments sake I'll assume you meant aluminium alloys. A well done carbon frame will have a higher yield strength (in most instances) than an aluminium frame of the same dimensions. That being said the shortcomings of the material are typically made up for by increasing wall thicknesses. So yes, your statement is in a general sense correct.
I don't have any concrete numbers to back it up, but I believe because of the composition of carbon (woven Fibers held together with epoxy resin), it's more susceptible to impact damage than aluminum of the same thickness.
Anyhow, I'm not a materials expert, so I'll just get outta here...
These guys do have numbers.
I will put the disclaimer out there that I deal with carbon tooling rather than part and layup design...
Aluminium rims ding/bend rather than crack/explode, and they're cheap to replace. There's a reason enduro racers use alloy rims.
Cheapest lowest grade carbon made by children in China vs highest grade alloys hand made in Taiwan? Should even out right?
Like @jaame mentioned, you do have some benefits with carbon construction like better alignment which saves time/money but you still have to machine in bearing bores after your components come out of the molds. You also don't need to heat treat the frames after assembly which saves some cost.
If the frame costs an extra $300-400 to make, are you happy to pay an extra $1000-1500 to own one, that's the question. Also the thing I like about metal is the craftsmanship is evident. You can't say that for the fantastic plastic.
I do want a Capra though. For that reason, I would love to go for high spec alloy.
In the end it really comes down to how you are using your bike. If you are sending 20+ foot gaps riding DH and/or bike parts I would strongly suggest you replace that carbon frame...
Now showing only S and XXL available, so I think they’re shifting it around some, keep checking!
I'm not against carbon, but seeing a "gouge" in the carbon is pretty concerning VS small dents in an aluminum frame doesn't phase me.
On a side note, Doesn't it seem like the paint on carbon frames seems to chip and scratch WAY more than painted AL? I sure don't how quick the carbon gets exposed in the area's that are getting beat up the most! It makes me wonder if they are purposely using thinner coats of paint to try and make that Carbon weight difference seem more impressive than it really is??? Just wondering...
that being said: do it for the next gen Jeffsy as well, so I won't have to do it myself... again
I think this is a PR exercise and this bike wasn’t for sale at all.
Would REALLY prefer to deal with Commencal than YT Canada though...
What a day for YT !
Anyways what's with this Carbon / Alu crap? Where's my Silica / Graphite / Ceramic / Dentist Tooth Filling Material bike??
The industry is so stuck in its ways.
I tried to buy this and error message "Please select a variant to add desired product to the shopping cart"
is the bike for sale or not for fck sake