Sådär, då har även Nicolai publicerat några av sina 2008 år modeller.
Nykomligen för 2008 är Ion med Horst länk. I vilket fall så ser den riktigt trevlig ut iaf. Ion ST 200 mm - 230 mm, 5,2 kg (Medium), kör man med fram klingor har man 'bara' 200 mm slag bak.
"The Ion ST is the successor to the now legendary M-Pire ST. (2004 to 2007 – R.I.P.) As with it’s precursor, the Ion ST is one of the most race-orientated derailleur downhill frame within the Nicolai product range. The Ion has got a less progressive suspension than the M-Pire so the total amount of usable rear travel is enhanced. Due to it’s 4 bar design the Ion is also less susceptible to drive and brake effects than the M-Pire, and lighter weight means it is obviously easier to a accelerate. By using a 68 mm bottom bracket width and a 150 x 12 mm rear thru-axle this is a super stiff frame with plenty of clearance for your feet."
Klassikern allroundern Helius FR är något modifierad. Helius FR 114 mm - 167 mm, 3,9 kg (Medium).
"As an enduro bike, the Helius FR covers a wide range of uses from all day epics to bike parks. The frame provides clearance for high volume tyres and allows the use of 200 mm disc brakes. With 167 mm of rear travel and compatibility with all current 170 mm forks, the Helius FR is perfect for fast downhills and jumps in rough terrain. Thanks to the efficient 4-bar linkage, however, it is still a highly capable climber as well."
En annan Nicolai:s vapen dragare är Helius CC Ligth med Horst länk som bara väger 9.4 kg.
"The Helius CC is a lightweight all-mountain frame with medium travel that pedals efficiently and is quick to accelerate. The Helius CC is perfect for all day rides in the most testing terrain – from
the French Alps to the English Lakes this frame will handle it all. The comfortable riding position allows long rides with minimal exhaustion. 129 mm of rear travel combined with compatibility for
120mm to 140mm all-mountain forks provides a good compromise between comfort and suitability for racing."
"The Helius Travel is fitted with a folding mechanism that allows it to fold away in its own special carry bag within a matter of minutes. This means it is easier to carry on public transport, on
narrow escalators, and in cargo bays. Once you arrive at your destination the Helius Travel can easily be reassembled and the pack becomes a rucksack. Technically the frame is identical to
the Helius CC but due to the folding action it must be run with a Rohloff ® hub only."
En skitig demo Ion.
Från en ann vinkel.
Kul att veta att UFO ST finns kvar för i år också vilket är min drömhojj tillsammans med Helius ST:n för närvarande. Ufo ST 165 mm - 195 mm - 5,0 kg (Medium).
"The Ufo ST is a tough and versatile single pivot frame with 195 mm of rear travel and the ability to run 170 to 200 mm travel forks. It is well suited to be anything from a freeride hucker to an ambitious downhill racer. By mounting the optional derailleur tower the Ufo can even be used for trail riding. Though a front derailleur reduces the rear travel a little, by combining a 24 – 36 front chainring setup, with a shift guide and a SRAM front derailleur you can still get 185 mm of rear travel."