The Challenge: How do we go about updating a bike in our range whose legion of fans don't want us to change anything?
The answer, as with everything we do, is with great care and a stack of test feedback.
The new Alpine 6 has been through one of the most intensive prototyping programs we've ever done – the result is spectacular.
With the introduction of the 230mm metric shock, we have revised the suspension layout to increase the rear travel. We've also tuned the frame to be more progressive to retain a bottomless feel and improve small bump smoothness, treading that fine line that keeps wallow at bay and gives the Alpine 6 all the control it needs.
The geometry has also been under the microscope and refined to match the new suspension performance, resulting in more agility, stability and confident speed.
When you come upon one of those unholy beasts of a trail, this is the bike to take it on at full-gas and tame it.
Alpine 6 – Duel
6061-T6 Monocoque UK Formed Custom Aluminium Tubing. Wheel Size: 27.5. Rear wheel travel: 165.
| Monocoque/6061-T6 Custom Butted Aluminium tubing | |||||
| Frame Size | S | M | L | XL | XXL |
| Seat Tube Length | 15" | 17" | 18" | 19" | 20" |
| A. Head Angle | 64° | 64° | 64° | 64° | 64° |
| B. Seat Angle (Actual) | 72° | 72° | 72° | 72° | 72° |
| B. Seat Angle (Effective) | 74° | 74° | 74° | 74° | 74° |
| C. Top Tube | 582 | 601 | 619 | 641 | 658 |
| D. Top Tube (effective) | 605 | 625 | 645 | 665 | 685 |
| E. BB Height (from ground) | 337 | 337 | 337 | 337 | 337 |
| BB height (from axles | -17 | -17 | -17 | -17 | -17 |
| F. Chainstay | 441 | 441 | 441 | 441 | 441 |
| G. Head Tube | 100 | 120 | 120 | 125 | 130 |
| H. Wheel base | 1208 | 1231 | 1251 | 1272 | 1293 |
| J. Reach | 432 | 447 | 467 | 486 | 505 |
| K. Stack | 602 | 620 | 620 | 624 | 629 |
| T. Rear Travel | 165 | 165 | 165 | 165 | 165 |
| Standover | 700 | 724 | 752 | 775 | 790 |
| Unless otherwise indicated all measurements are in mm. Frame angles are measured static, without rider sag. Bottom bracket height measured from ground with 708 mm Ø tyre. | |||||
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| Shock Length | 230 x 65 mm | ||||||||
| Rear Hub | 148 x 12 mm | ||||||||
| Rear Axle | Maxle 142 x 12mm (Length 174mm) | ||||||||
| Seatpost Ø | 30.9 mm | ||||||||
| Seatclamp Ø | 34.9 mm | ||||||||
| Front Derailleur | N/A | ||||||||
| BB Shell | 73 mm ISCG05 | ||||||||
| Tapered Headset | Upper: ZS49/28.6 Lower: EC49/40 |
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Please note: This is for guidance only. You may be taller or shorter, it doesn't mean our bikes will not fit you. The best way to determine the correct bike size for you is to try one. We've added some more explanation on sizing theory here: What size frame do I need?
Lesser bikes can wash out easily, but the Alpine holds its line admirably.
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