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On this episode of the MBR Show Alan and Jamie are debating the rise of electronics in mountain biking. Are they dumbing down the sport we love? Do we really need automatic shifting, electronic suspension, and ABS braking? Or are they adding unnecessary cost, complication, and a layer of interference that's undermining hard-won skills?
This debate has been prompted in part by Danny riding the latest Bosch EASI shift system developed in partnership with TRP. As well as the latest ABS braking system.
We're also seeing more of RockShox's Flight Attendant reactive suspension system, particularly in racing situations, where they have won World Cup and World Championship races. It's clear we'll be seeing more of these systems appear on the market. But as riders, do we really need them, or want them?
Jamie has also been out riding the new Santa Cruz Hightower. Given the launch was in the high alpine, on the acclaimed trails of the Stone King Rally, he was glad of all the bike he could get. So the changes to shift the Hightower closer to the burly Megatower in terms of travel and attitude, were greatly appreciated.
Canyon has launched its second lightweight e-bike recently, and we've ridden it. Called the Spectral:ONFly, this is effectively Canyon's Spectral trail bike with the compact and lightweight TQ motor system. As our contributor Paul Burwell found out on the launch, this stealthy motor was a great choice for keeping the weight down and the noise low, and the bike handled like a dream, but the range from the small 360Wh battery was the big limiting factor.
https://www.mbr.co.uk/reviews/mullet-mx/canyon-spectralonfly-ltd-e-bike-first-ride-review
Finally we run through the pricing for the hotly anticipated Amflow PL Carbon e-bike with DJI Avinox motor. And while not cheap, this potentially game changing new bike is very competitively priced.
We hope you enjoy the show, let us know in the comments what you think about electronic assistance in mountain biking, and check back soon for a first ride review of the Amflow PL Carbon Pro with DJI motor.
https://www.mbr.co.uk/news/dji-powered-amflow-bikes-announces-markets-prices-demo-stock-uk-441359
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