Mountain Cycle is proud to announce the arrival of a new hard-core free ride model, the SIN. This new model will be unveiled at EuroBike and InterBike and is only a taste of what the company has created for 2004. The frameset has been designed and developed within the parameters of Mountain CycleÂ’s legendary high standards and attention to detail is evident throughout.
Similar to its big brother, the ShockWave 9.5, the SIN is a full monocoque, single pivot, cantilever beam design that provides the ultimate in strength and stiffness to weight ratio. The SIN incorporates the same basic design as its big brother (9.5), but is manufactured with lighter weight aluminum sheet and with a tighter head angle for greater steering response at technical, big drop speeds like the legendary San Andreas. The SIN is front derailleur compatible and can be set up with a triple ring, double with bash, or single ring with chain guide depending on rider preference. The forged BB shell and main-pivot assembly incorporates integrated ISCG mounting points and is CNC machined to reduce all excess weight in a rigid, trussed structure. The 7.5 inches of travel is kept very smooth and consistent by utilizing low maintenance, high performance sealed cartridge bearings on widely spaced mounting points for incredible lateral stiffness in the swingarm. The SIN will come equipped with the Fox Vanilla RC while offering an upgrade to the much sought after Progressive 5th Element to dial in the bike for any rider on any terrain.
Like all Mountain Cycle models, the SIN was developed with state-of-the-art solid modeling software to create both the solid ride and outstanding appearance that the companyÂ’s frames are known for. The full monocoque frame will be available in 3 sizes and includes the famous adjustable steerer stop to protect frame from double crown fork impacts in the event of a crash. Finishes include red and white powder coated main frames with silver anodized swing arms or, for the truly wicked ones among us, complete anodized black frame options.
The SIN is one of 6 new models that are to be released at the 2004 tradeshows. Stay tuned for another press release soon that will detail the rest of the 2004 Mountain Cycle line.
