RockShox Zeb Ultimate Fork: The fork performance left me wanting. At the minimum recommended pressure of 42 PSI, rebound speed is insufficient to maintain consistent traction in rough terrain at speed. The forks CSU developed an appalling creak early on in the test period. We would have preferred the steerer tube to be left longer to allow for ride height adjustment.
RockShox Super Deluxe Ultimate Shock: At 60 kg, its possible Id benefit from a lighter rebound tune on this shock.
SRAM Code R Brakes: One bleed required over the 2 month test period. These offer sufficient power for their intended purpose, but they are certainly not as powerful as some other brakes like the Hope Tech 4 E4s.
SRAM GX Eagle AXS Drivetrain: Derailleur performs well enough in terms of its shifting, but the SRAM GX Eagle AXS Transmission I replaced it with has the more effective clutch. As a result, it is much quieter on the trail.
Crankbrothers Synthesis Enduro Alloy Wheelset: Rear rim sustained a considerable dent, but still maintained a good seal with the tire. Great otherwise.
Maxxis Assegai, MaxxGrip, EXO+: Excellent.
Maxxis Minion DHRII, MaxxTerra, EXO+: A DoubleDown casing tire wouldve been the more appropriate choice, given the bikes intentions. One pinch flat to report, sustained at a pressure of 24 PSI while riding the bike park.
Renthal Apex 35 Stem: No qualms.
Renthal Alloy Bar, 20mm rise: The bar felt to be very stiff and unforgiving, but its entirely possible the underwhelming performance of the fork was partly responsible for the harshness transferred to my hands.
YT Postman Dropper: Not tested.
ODI Elite Motion V2.1: Excellent, with super tacky rubber.
