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@phops: I noticed the same thing on my 5.5, ridiculously strong mechanical platform. But I don’t think that was a bad thing as it had some performance advantages over less pronounced pedal platforms. It locked out like a hard tail when you were climbing, which was great for transfers during enduro races, which are mostly smooth fire road climbs. Not so great for techy/chunky climbing (my switchblade of the same year was considerably better for that), but it still performed well enough when you got used to it, and had the advantage of keeping your legs fresh. It was stupid efficient. Downhill was a different story. That bike was an absolute missile! The high anti-squat had no affect on suspension performance as long as you weren’t pedaling. I remember seeing an axle path chart that showed near high-pivot chain growth numbers for the first half of travel. Imagine a high-pivot without an idler, it was kinda like that. I know a high pivot with no idler sounds terrible, but in this case it just worked. Phenomenal performer in every category. I wish I kept that bike. (Lastly, I only paid $5,500 for that bike. It was a 5.5c with eagle and fox factory. Basically top of the line for its time. They weren’t as pricey as people think if you were willing to shop around)

I felt the same way about my 5.5. Fantastic bike. Fast everywhere. Way ahead of its time.

@JohSch: I think 11-speed was peak one-by drivetrain for exactly those reasons. They definitely could have made a 50 tooth version in 11 speed, I think Garbaruk makes one. Would love to see a sram transmission 11 speed. That would be set and forget.

@Blownoutrides: Our preferences may not be relevant, but they’re still there.

I totally forgot they already did this! I vaguely remember a single red bar tying the links together. I need to go find a picture…

There’s nothing more “Rogue” than being a corporate influencer.

Hell yeah! This is awesome news!!

@mediocrityontwowheels: I know it was a typo, it was a joke you dorks!

400/442 rear center?!? Are these chainstays for ants???

No belt loops, no thank you.