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The new BMC Teamelite 01 softer hardtail


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There was the Ibis BowTi and the simpler SilkTi from the early 90's.

Moots still make the YBB.

 

Hmmmmmm. Moots. Dreamy.

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Cutting edge tech, love it. Don't know how it can be compared to something from the 90's?? It would be like comparing a Current dual susser that "appears" to function the same as a Dual susser of the late 90's, based on looks...? Wish I could afford this frame, I'd buy it anytime.

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This does look like a good compromise between lightweight and comfort for the racing snakes and weight weenies.I think this just might take off......or history might repeat itself.Guess we'll have to wait and see.

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we really need a pro team on Ti bikes to add some spirit to the Ti game again.

 

that Moots........

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I like the tech behind it, looks like it would work well.  But I agree with Marius - it's ugly.  And I'm a massive BMC fan, and have a BMC roadbike!

The previous TE01 looked dreamy, but this one does not float my boat.

 

EDIT - Maybe it just needs a better colour scheme?

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Love it that they've made plan for xc race frames! that little video showing how it works is mint!

Not at all my type of bike, but deffo worth a look.

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ummm, if Absolon is going to ride it, it will have to work.

 

i'm on the fence.. the look could grow on me

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I quite like the concept. it seems to provide lateral stiffness and only vertical flex with minimal weight penalty and virtually zero maintenance, which is what you want from a suspension design. I don't think the idea is to replace rear suspension, it is merely an alternative for riders that would prefer something slightly more comfortable than a traditional hardtail. 

 

If I was a competitive marathon racer I would seriously consider this bike. 

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I like riding my racing hard tail,.A smoother ride over the rough terrain would make it the ultimate in efficiency ,weight and responsiveness .i also ride a steel hard tail and the extra comfort compared to a racing carbon frame is noticeable .I would love to try this out 

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