YT Introduces Aluminum Tues DH Bike
PRESS RELEASE: YT Industries
Designed to be fast, our new YT Tues AL shares the same geometry with the carbon TUES and therefore the same DNA Aaron Gwin and the YT MOB trust. The TUES AL is available in two colourways and sizes S to XXL, with a price of $2,699 USD.
Air time for Ace Hayden on the new TUES AL.
(G)WINNER-DNA
First race – first place: Right at the first race of the World Cup season, Aaron Gwin took the top spot on the new TUES, proving the (G)winner-genes of the next level TUES generation.
The new TUES AL is born with the same racing DNA. While developing the new TUES, we mainly focused on the MOB's feedback from the toughest downhill tracks of the world. The result: refined kinematics as well as a modern geometry concept that lets riders choose their preferred reach on the new TUES AL.
Ace Hayden on the new TUES AL. Shot by Ale Di Lullo.
FREERIDE ATTITUDE
Style meets confidence: the new TUES AL is a playful style merchant that just begs to be taken out on unreal monster drops and to shoot loose whips from the hips at Crankworx. The feedback from Rampage superstars Cam Zink and Andreu Lacondeguy allowed us to create a bike that will continue to push the limits of freeriding well into the future. And don't forget, Andreu won Rampage in 2014 on a TUES AL.
Loves the steeps: the next level TUES AL.
AL AESTHETICS
The TUES AL was made specifically for lovers of high-quality aluminum bikes. Yet the modern geometry and impressive component specification – which it shares with its carbon brothers – make it the first choice for many more. The elaborately designed frame sets new standards in aluminum craftmanship: the multi-butted, hydroformed tubes not only keep weight down and strength up, but also embody the character of a true Young Talent.
Closer look at the new Young Talent: TUES AL in coal grey / fallout yellow.
FRAME
While designing the new TUES AL, we paid particular attention to synchronizing every suspension element to work together as one: frame kinematics, hydraulic damping curves, and spring force. The Virtual 4 Link suspension system is based on a low leverage ratio – and it's a major factor in giving the TUES its superior characteristics. Amazing small bump compliance in the first part of the travel gives the next-gen TUES even more grip: it practically hugs the ground, holding lines even better than before.
A rapidly rising spring curve provides a lot of mid-stroke support: this creates more grip for turning and braking, and optimal use of travel on big jumps. Despite being very sensitive off top, the progressiveness and support gives the TUES the pop to get airborne easily – and helps to keep legs fresh during sprints, too. Without giving up any of the bottom-out reserves of the TUES, we have reduced the ending-stroke progression by 5%. It has made the rear a little bit plusher for a boost in comfort and control.
YT TAILOR MADE
The TUES AL is available in five sizes, ranging from S – XXL. The wider size selection ensures the perfect match to both body and style. With five sizes and a low seat tube across the next-gen TUES range, riders can choose between two or even three sizes depending on the preferred reach, from moderate to extra-long. It's like the bike is tailor-made for the rider. This allows prospective buyers to get a bike that suits their preference, not just their body: get a larger size for more stability or size down for something more playful.
SPECS
The FOX 40 Float Performance Elite fork and FOX VAN Performance shock pair up perfectly to form a high-performance and reliable suspension duo on the TUES AL. The EVOL airspring technology creates a buttersmooth fork that also features externally adjustable low speed compression and rebound. The FOX VAN Performance shock offers adjustable low speed compression and rebound as well as spring preload.
With 233 % of range and a weight of just 180 grams the e*thirteen cassette is the best possible foundation for your transmission. Quality: the largest sprocket is made of aluminum while the others are machined from a single billet of steel. The SRAM GX DH rear derailleur ensures quick and accurate shifting. It eliminates ghost shifting while reducing the shifting force. X-sync technology ensures optimal chain control. Made from 6066 aluminum, the Race Face Chester crank delivers robust, reliable performance at a low weight – a great choice for all your DH and bike park riding. The TRP Quadiem was developed in collaboration with Aaron Gwin, it is one of the most reliable and powerful brakes on the market.
© All action shots by Ale Di Lullo.
Take a closer look at the new TUES AL here.
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Also, for 2700 bucks you could buy the complete, sell the bits you don't want and make a good chunk back.
As far as stock goes in N. America I can't really comment. The only thing that comes to mind is that the European market gets priority? Stock here seems to be pretty good from release on.
If they offered a frame only option it would likely not be much cheaper than buying the whole base build. If you price a YT up you pretty much buy the components and get a frame for free.
If you factor in being able to sell on zero-hour components on the 2nd hand market then doing a buy and strip is better than a frame only option would be.
$3k USD for a "budget" downhill bike isn't too bad!
It's turning into the Thursday AM Supreme drop. Oops missed it again......
Yup paid $2300 for 2003 M1 frame!
Pinkbike. The craziest race of the season is this weekend and nothing on here.
If it was Rampage you would be all over it.
WHERE IS YOUR COVERAGE OF REDHILL HARDLINE?
And all terms vary for different events - so just because Rampage is here doesn't mean Hardline has to be.
No DH = Crap.
m.pinkbike.com/news/tech-randoms-fort-william-world-cup-2017.html
Otherwise, looks amazing. Not a single complaint about the updates, it's a well designed and great riding bike. Way easy to maintain now and even better looking than before. Probably ****ed on getting any replacement frame parts now though, for the previous iteration.
Any excuse for a new bike is a good one.
Less is more
So when I’ll happily pay $100 more for a threaded B.B, as would everybody else, are they really “saving” money??
Seriously, did 5 people in the US get to buy the Canyon Spectral?
I haven't had the money to buy it, but I've glanced at stock for that bike for months and not once has it been available to purchase.
I think the best thing that could happen with the YT is if Push Industries partners with them to be able to order the bike & ship the shock & fork to Push to be custom tuned to the rider before sending it out to the consumer. Then you'd have a bike that you could WIN on.
Sending the fork/shock off to Push turns it into what would is considered a $6k elite level race rig a few years ago. Darren at Push could explain better what this bike would ride like with a Push tune.
Those who took the base model Boxxer and tossed a $150 Avalanche cartridge in it would understand just how much difference a tuner getting their hands on it helps. I can't put it into words, but those who have ridden tuned bikes might be more eloquent about it.
Unless you use a Fabric bottle..... haha
Are you preferring to the progressive leverage rate?
It's not rapidly rising it's reducing in ratio.
But hey your correct about the frame being aluminum.
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Not a chance .
Way too much mid stroke platform.
Great for fast trips on flow trails.
Crappy on gnar.
You might also wanna send a message to the riders that'll be at Rampage this year on YT's. They probably would like to know that their bikers are shit when it comes to "gnar," and "freeride."