When we introduced our dual suspension Anthem to the XC market 2 years ago, we set a benchmark for how cross country full suspension should perform; plush, active and bottomless on the descents yet provide uncompromised efficiency on the climbs and flat. For 08’ the Anthem 2 sets a new benchmark bringing all this performance to a previously unattainable price point. Product highlights; Maestro 3.5” travel, Rockshox Recon Race solo air fork with PopLoc, Fox Float R rear shock, Shimano Deore/LX drivetrain and hydraulic disc brakes finished off with Mavic, Michelin and Raceface.
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| sizes | XS:14.5, S:16, M:18, L:20, XL:22 |
| colours | Black/Brushed Alloy |
| frame | ALUXX SL FluidFormed™ alloy Maestro 3.5” of travel |
| fork | Rockshox Recon Race Solo Air w/PopLoc, 4"/100mm |
| rear shock | Fox Float R w/propedal |
| rear derailleur | Shimano Deore LX high normal 9 speed |
| front derailleur | Shimano Deore 34.9 |
| shifters | Shimano Deore rapid fire 27 speed |
| crankset | Shimano Deore Class M542 22x32x44T |
| bottom bracket | Shimano Deore Class M542 integrated, outboard |
| shift/chain guide | |
| chain | Shimano HG73 9 speed |
| cassette | SRAM HG50 9 speed 11-34T |
| brakes | Shimano M485 Hydraulic w/6" centre-lock rotors |
| brake levers | Shimano M485 hydraulic |
| hubs | Shimnao Deore Disc 32H |
| rims | Mavic XM117 disc 26” x 28H w/eyelets |
| spokes | DT Swiss 15g Champion stainless |
| tyres | Michelin XCR Dry 2 Folding 26x2.0" |
| pedals | Shimano M505 SPD clipless |
| h.bar/stem | Raceface Ride XC low rise/Raceface Ride XC |
| seat post | Raceface Ride XC |
| saddle | Velo w/composite base, cr-mo rail |
| grips | Giant lock-on |
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