Yep. I was chasing it for a mate...and missed it. It came up again a few months ago as complete bike. I negotiated the frame alone for another mate...then he pulled out. I still bought it hoping to convince him he needs it. Cuss him now, I love this thing.
The guy sold it, wanting a 27.5. Turns out it basically is. The 2015 at least is virtually identical to the 2016 Patrol.
It’s kind of a quiver killer for me. About same weight, and pedals as well as the Spitfire, and a chunk lighter, yet feels as capable as the Rune.
Early days (6 days in), but after 3 trail rides and a dh shuttle evening on it, I’m in love.
Whether it’s actually faster, or just FEELS faster, I don’t care. It feels like I’m riding faster, and it’s all about dem feels.
Ps, no shock on the Merlin frames?