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It’s why Trek 29ers handle better than any others. We solved that with G2 Geometry, featuring a custom-offset fork and advanced frame geometry for precise handling at low speed without compromising high-speed stability. G2 Geometry: Conventional wisdom says 29ers have sleepy handling compared to 26" wheel bikes.
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This fastening method ensures crisper, more accurate front shifting. Our direct-mount front derailleur attaches directly to the frame using a solid, flat interface. This wider stance also mimics the benefits of an OCLV Carbon-only technology, BB95.ĭirect-mount derailleur: A traditional front derailleur attaches to the frame with a band clamp. This provides a wider stance for the frame’s tubing juncture, resulting in a stronger frame. Press-fit bottom bracket: Press-fit BB is a bottom bracket shell that allows the bearings to press into the frame rather than threading in as on standard bottom brackets. E2 tapers from a 1.5" lower to a 1-1/8" upper headset to provide more material where it matters most, resulting in a stronger, lighter frame with point-and-shoot control. Frames built with Alpha Platinum are hydroformed to create the most sophisticated shapes for the lightest weight, and are finished using Trek's smooth-weld finishing process.Į2 tapered head tube: E2 is the evolution of the traditional 1-1/8" headset to a tapered head tube, fork, and headset system. I have no personal experience with them to know.Race Face Ride, 38/24 w/turbine outer ringĪlpha Platinum Aluminum: Our premium lightweight aluminum is continuously cold extruded and butted at multiple points for ultimate weight reduction and superior strength. I've heard some people complain that KS has horrible customer service, so keep that in mind. That said, the control on the Reverb is a lot smoother than the KS and I think the Reverb lever merges better with some cockpit controls than the KS does, it's a little less cluttered. In comparison to the Reverb, I like that you do not have to bleed it, I've been on a few Reverbs needing bleeds and it's pretty bad. Operation is smooth, no issues there, it's not like the Command Post, which will result in infertility if used long enough. Installation was fairly easy, just make sure you are careful on your measurements and have a sharp pair of wire cutters. Minor issue overall, but worth considering. If you are 1x, the southpaw gives you better grip and you thumb won't slip off if it's wet or sweaty, which I had happen a few times (although I'm sure you could wrap some rubber on it or something similar).
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The standard lever works fine, but it's small and harder to get leverage on. I would highly recommend getting the southpaw remote or using an old shifter. The DX was also a pain to move the cable housing exit, but the standard Lev doesn't have that problem and it's irrelevant on the Integra. The DX did develop some side to side play after about 6 months, no exact hour count, but it was very minor. I use a KS Lev Integra (internal routing), I also have an older KS Lev (external routing, on an older bike that I don't have much time on) and have owned a KS Lev DX.