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Niner has upped itself again, mating the smooth lines and composite construction of its venerable Air 9 Carbon with 100mm of super smooth CVA rear travel. The result is the brand new Jet 9 Carbon RDO (Race Day Optimized). That 100mm of rear travel is a 20mm bump from the alloy Jet 9, and is kept in control with a custom-valved Fox Float RP23 with Kashima coating. The suspension linkage is all custom forged, and derailleur cables are routed internally while brake lines are left outside the frame for easier service. That improves the routing dramatically, with smooth shifting further aided by the direct-mount front derailleur for either SRAM or Shimano. Geometry is optimized for 100-120mm forks. The Jet 9 Carbon: A first The frame is all carbon, except for a few linkages. The front triangle is monocoque carbon, using a very similar design as the AIR 9, including the same 1.125-1.5-inch tapered head tube. The bottom bracket uses the press fit BB30 standard. The new Carbon RDO shaves nearly 500 grams from the alloy version, but sees a jump in price as well. The new frame will cost $2,599. Dont worry though, the alloy version will still be available. The first batch will be shipping next week, but it sold out internationally. Availability in the U.S. should be about two weeks later. Chose from nude carbon, Tang, and white.
NINER JET 9 CARBON Price: $2,599 frame and Fox Float Kashima RP23 shock Weight: Test bike (medium) 25 lbs Availability: Mid- to late-July Compatible with 2x systems from SRAM and Shimano SRAM recommended 2x front chainring configs: 26/39 or lower Shimano recommended 2x front chainring configs: 28/40 135mm QR rear spacing Zero stack headset (44mm upper, 56mm lower) headset not included titanium anti-chain suck protection plates www.ninerbikes.com
Bottom Line
All I could think about on one final shuttle run was how much fun the Jet 9 Carbon would be to race at our Colorado-staple Winter Park XC this weekend. Thats a hearty compliment.
http://singletrack.competitor.com/2011/06/bikes-tech/ride-report-new-niner-jet-9-carbon_17523
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