Description

The result of many hours of study and testing, the new AIR 9 RDO is an undeniable improvement on the ever-praised rigid rally frame. To meet the ever-changing demands and riding styles of mountain bikes, the Air 9 has changed its geometry to ensure even greater versatility, durability and performance. As with the RKT 9 RDO, the new Air 9’s handlebar height has been lowered to put the rider in the attack position and ready to charge. In addition, it is now compatible with 120 mm travel forks, which considerably increases its capabilities when descending demanding trails or trials. At the rear, the chainstays have been shortened by 4 mm to 435 mm, improving acceleration without sacrificing stability. The revision of the geometry and design has also made it possible to lengthen the distance between the front wheel and the bottom bracket, mount 38-tooth chainrings and maintain the width of the tires. As for the bottom bracket area, it has been made more robust and now allows any size and combination of bottom brackets to be mounted. Finally, in an age where internal cable routing and changing drivetrain options are a reality, the Air 9 has a window under the bottom bracket to make it easier to work with. Pulling the plate provides instant access to the cables without removing the cranks. Another highlight is the seatpost diameter, which is now 27.2mm for increased comfort.

Frame: Air 9 RDO
Fork: Rockshox Sid RL 100 mm Tloc Remote
Wheels: TFHPC Grinder 15/12×148 XD
Front tire: WTB Ranger Light High Grip 29×2.25
Rear Tire: WTB Ranger Light High Grip 29×2.25
Front brake: Formula Cura
Rear brake: Formula Cura
Front Disc: Formula fixed 160 mm
Rear Disc: Formula fixed 160 mm
Bottom Bracket: SRAM GX Eagle DUB 175 mm 32 teeth
Bearings: SRAM DUB
Chain: SRAM GX Eagle
Cassette: SRAM XG1275 10-52 Lunar
Rear Derailleur: SRAM GX Eagle Lunar
Shifters: SRAM GX Eagle
Stem: TFHPC +-5º 90 mm
Handlebars: TFHPC Carbon 710 mm
Headset: Niner
Grips: Ergon GA3
Seatpost: TFHPC Pro 31.6×410 mm
Clamp: Niner
Saddle: Ergon SM10 Sport Men Stealth