Twenty IX
Fast, nimble, gorgeous-yup, this sleek hardtail's gotta be a Colnago. The Twenty IX offers the holy trinity of Italian bicycle attributes, and something more, too: easy-rolling 29-inch wheels. The racy aluminum frame leaves the weight behind so you can focus on the ride while a Rock Shox Reba RL 29 handles the rough stuff with ease. From smooth trails to chundery descents, big DT Swiss wheels with sticky Kenda rubber keep you in control. And, to top it all off, the Twenty IX is fitted with a Shimano SLX/XT drivetrain and powerful Shimano brakes, too. The mountain's calling and this well-spec'd steamroller is ready. Are you?
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