Niner Rlt Steel 2017
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Niner rlt steel 2017. Full specs online on niner s completely redesigned website now. Biocentric bottom bracket fit any drivetrain geared or singlespeed. Rcuk 100 2017. Niner s 6061 aluminum rlt 9 is welded with hydroformed aluminum tubing.
Before welding we are careful to shape the tubing to optimize strength durability stiffness all the while keeping it as lightweight as possible. This latest evolution of our flagship 140mm 29er is ready to tame any trail. This material is universally praised for affordability and versatility. When we say go anywhere with the niner rlt 9 steel we mean anywhere.
The rlt 9 steel comes in a few kit options ranging from their 5 star di2 ultegra model priced at 6k down to the 2 star 105 build at 2 500. The middle child the rlt 9 steel shares some of the characteristics of its older sibling but definitely has a feel all its own. You can also purchase the frame alone for 1 500. The rlt 9 aluminum takes its place as the oldest child loved by many as a great all around bike.
No bolt on hubs no chain tensioners cluttering your ride no brake adjustments with gear changes. Niner sent us the 4 star ultegra hydro package and it seems to strike the perfect balance. The rkt9 rdo moves into 2017 with the same 90mm travel frame but bumps fork travel from 100mm to 120mm in an effort to make it more capable and or fun on the downhills. Niner rlt 9 steel 4 star 650b gravel bike 3 900 00 description steel is truly real it s not about where you re at it s about where you re headed.
The niner rlt 9 steel can fit both 700c and 650b wheels for ultimate versatility and adaptability to suit any off road pursuit. Find your rip 9 rdo 29. I really want to love steel. Look for schwalbe g one tires and niner cockpits on all of them.
The rlt 9 steel is offered in three builds from 2 799 with sram apex to 4 799 with shimano ultegra. Our writer threw his leg over it for a review. For over a decade the rip 9 trail bike has ruled niner s off road lineup.