Wednesday, August 26, 2009

Niner Air 9 Carbon

I've been watching this one lately. Haven't heard much on the details. Post mount rear brake, internally routed shift housing, sub 3lbs. Might be BB30, a Cannondale pioneered press fit bb design that doesn't use bb cups but has an oversized spindle. A reduced "Q" factor, the width of your pedal stance, is possible with this design. I'd love to see a direct mount front derailleur.


Built up with Sram XX, I could do without the lettering on the American Classic wheels. Rear shift cable enters top tube on the non-drive side and is definitely internally routed, not sure on the front shifting. Pretty sure I can see a front derailleur clamp though.


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