Flip Chip - Headset

Adjust Your Reach

This new three-position flip chip at the headset lets riders quickly fine-tune cockpit dimensions and geometry for their riding style and terrain.

HOW DOES IT WORK?

Two different “chips” set the headset/reach in either a -5mm (short), 0mm (mid), or +5mm (long) offset position. The modular system consists of two positioning chips (short/long and mid), which can be easily removed and swapped to achieve a short, mid or long reach.

SHORT POSITION (-5MM)

The headset/reach is positioned 5mm closer to the rider.

MID POSITION (0MM)

The headset/reach is positioned neutrally. In this position, the bike is best suited for a balance of descending/technical conditions.

LONG POSITION (+5MM)

The headset/reach is positioned 5mm farther from the rider. In this position, the bike is best suited for faster conditions. This long position also offers “corrected” rider positioning for 29/27.5-wheel configuration.

HOW DOES IT CHANGE MY RIDE EXPERIENCE?

A shorter reach produces quick handling, a great option for tight, twisty terrain. This position translates into shorter reach, top tube, front/center and wheelbase measurements and a more upright position for quicker turning, more flickable handling.

A neutral reach produces well-balanced handling, ideal for trails with general technical challenge and equal parts pedaling and descending. A zero-offset headset position translates into neutral reach, top tube, front/center and wheelbase measurements and a balanced position for predictable handling.

A longer reach produces stable handling, a great option for efficient performance over smoother terrain. This translates into longer top tube, front/center, and wheelbase measurements and a more stretched out rider position for a planted feel while cornering.

Bikes Featuring Flip Chip – Headset

Trance X Advanced

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