Zerode Taniwha
Hands down the best bike I've ever ridden. Yes there are downsides with the gearbox but its still in its infancy. The benefits far outweigh the negatives. This bike will track better then anything you have ever ridden, the suspension is mind boggling and the traction you gain has you going into corners and chunky stuff faster then ever before. this bike puts a smile on your face and helps you smash your PRs.
Zerode Taniwha
(MSRP $9500)
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Building on our DH race origins, the Taniwha blends modern trail bike geometry with the latest gearbox technology and high-quality carbon fabrication to crate a low-maintenance 160mm Enduro bike that improves every aspect of the riding experience.
The Taniwha is ready to race, take on epic backcountry adventures or just to put a smile on your face every time you ride it. No compromises - the Taniwha is like no bike you've ever ridden.
Specifications Compare to other All Mountain/Enduro/XC
| Release Date | 2018 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $9,500 | |
| Travel | 160 | |
| Rear Shock | Cane Creek DB air IL | |
| Fork | Cane Creek Helm, 160mm | |
| Headset | Cane Creek 40 ZS | |
| Crankarms | Pinion Forged | |
| Chainguide | Pinion KS1.2 | |
| Chain | Wipperman 808 | |
| Shifter Pods | Pinion twist shifter | |
| Handlebar | Syntace Vector Carbon | |
| Stem | Syntace Mega Force | |
| Grips | Syntace Moto Gripz | |
| Brakes | Magura MT Trail | |
| Hubs | Zerode 12x142 / Project 321 | |
| Spokes | Sapim | |
| Rim | Derby DH 35i | |
| Tires | WTB Convict / Trail Boss | |
| Seat | SQ Lab Active Ergowave | |
| Seatpost | 9point8 Fall Line |
The absence of a rear derailleur was always my drawcard to the bike, the ability to position myself on really obscure lines that a conventional rear mech bike would fear to tread for fear of damage is such a plus.
This bike is thoroughly capable to ride all types of trails my DH bike is gathering dust.
So much fun!