ashes_mtb
Has preferences
Blocking a shot of a Manitou FS is unforgivable, I don’t care how rootable you are.Also missing a 20 something Kate Moss glamour shot.
Mr Crudley
Glock in your sock
I think coke, and not the sugary caffeinated beverage kind, and cigarettes might be the only way to keep thin enough in order not to crack the headtube on one of those tasty old bikes.
pink poodle
ここには見るべきものは何もありません
I know this is the wrong thread, but I'm in a bit of a hurry...
What the fuck is going on at Santa Cruz bikes?
www.santacruzbicycles.com
What the fuck is going on at Santa Cruz bikes?
Vala
The Vala is a full-power ebike that delivers precision and power. Featuring the NEW Bosch Performance Line CX motor and 600 Wh battery. See full specs.
www.santacruzbicycles.com
beeb
Dr. Beebenson, PhD HA, ST, Offset (hons)
Is your displeasure at the lack of "VPP"? I froth a good Horst-link bike, but it was a surprise to see. I suspect target market wouldn't know any difference, and hey - at least with the Horst you can easily fit a long-travel dropper post.I know this is the wrong thread, but I'm in a bit of a hurry...
What the fuck is going on at Santa Cruz bikes?
Vala
The Vala is a full-power ebike that delivers precision and power. Featuring the NEW Bosch Performance Line CX motor and 600 Wh battery. See full specs.
Mr Crudley
Glock in your sock
We have reached peak SC a few years ago.I know this is the wrong thread, but I'm in a bit of a hurry...
What the fuck is going on at Santa Cruz bikes?
Vala
The Vala is a full-power ebike that delivers precision and power. Featuring the NEW Bosch Performance Line CX motor and 600 Wh battery. See full specs.
Key people have moved on and PONS have shareholders I guess.
Not that their 4 bar would be bad, but all over MTBs have reached the point of fewer new ideas and probably isn't worth throwing bunches of money at anymore.
Take your +/- 0.5 degree geo change here and 5mm change there and live big young man.
ozzybmx
taking a shit with my boobs out
Mr Crudley
Glock in your sock
I'm sure it is great bike and they usually get it right. How much better it is compared to similar contenders for a phatter pricetag is something to consider I guess.
pink poodle
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I was just disappointed to see sc going from some awesome suspension platforms to...such an old and uninnovative design. I realise that their og vpp is old as well, but...fuck me. I've had plenty of vpp and Horst link frames, loved them both, but the vpp is massivley superior.
I can only assume this is a cost cutting move and expect to see that trickle down to the consumer.
I can only assume this is a cost cutting move and expect to see that trickle down to the consumer.
It looks just like the older Meridas and current Giant eebs. I find it hard to believe that in a blind test it would be significantly better than either.
ozzybmx
taking a shit with my boobs out
It's about the anti-squat on the ebikes and keeping the bike standing up on steep terrain, reducing the bobbing on fast, techy climbs.
Its been reviewed highly by a load of YT reviewers as an absolute improvement and a very well balanced bike.
pink poodle
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I'm not questioning the quality of the ride, just the huge change in ethos.
While I've never been a climber nor pedalled, the vpp (and various similar platforms) has always been my favourite. Bob...squat...and similar have not worried me, I've lived the compliance. But I have never had any complaints about the Horst either!
While I've never been a climber nor pedalled, the vpp (and various similar platforms) has always been my favourite. Bob...squat...and similar have not worried me, I've lived the compliance. But I have never had any complaints about the Horst either!
Asininedrivel
caviar connoisseur
I'm not sure why I'm here defending an e bike but:
(Santa Cruz) wanted to use a different motor; "I've ridden every system on the market, including plenty of systems that, as of this recording aren't released yet, and we found that the new Bosch system, which this bike has, was the best fit for this bike." The problem was the new Bosch system isn't compatible with VPP because the system's dual links couldn't be mounted low enough.
Source: https://nsmb.com/articles/2025-santa-cruz-vala-emtb/
Mattyp
Cows go boing
Bikes have peaked and stagnated a bit... Its all about gizmos now..
Electrify everything electrifiable and invent new useless shit that no one wants but needs to stay cool.
A guy I rode with today has had his bike at SRAM for the 4th time in a few months trying to get his combination of wireless electric shit working properly... Flight attendant, dropper post derailleur... All this whilst currently on his 3rd new warranty frame from Canyon... Why are people content with this shit.
Electrify everything electrifiable and invent new useless shit that no one wants but needs to stay cool.
A guy I rode with today has had his bike at SRAM for the 4th time in a few months trying to get his combination of wireless electric shit working properly... Flight attendant, dropper post derailleur... All this whilst currently on his 3rd new warranty frame from Canyon... Why are people content with this shit.
Oddjob
Merry fucking Xmas to you assholes
Nicolai G1 with Shimano 10 speed. Thread finished.
fjohn860
Alice in diaperland
Atherton 150 alloy. Looks good.
Also not new but reviewed Spot Mayhem rear tyre jammed up due to clearance issues. Eeep.
Also not new but reviewed Spot Mayhem rear tyre jammed up due to clearance issues. Eeep.
PJO
in me vL comy
12 sizes, that's impressive.
Really steep seat tubes though, especially in the larger sizes.
fjohn860
Alice in diaperland
I guess they are going all in on height specific wheels sizes.
I guess if you are under 5'10" the medium would still suit.