Zerode G2 Updates With Images

“Zerode has done some major updates to its first generation gearbox bike. The changes are listed below. Many of these changes came from rider input and customer feedback.”

Ian Wilkinson

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With two seasons under our belt and a new manufacturer on board we have been able to make a

bunch of refinements to the Zerode DH frame for 2013. Designated the Zerode G2, here are some of

the changes from the old G1:

1) The geometry has had an overhaul for the G2. 3 sizes, shorter head tubes, longer top tubes and

slacker head angles mean a race ready chassis for all body shapes and sizes.

2) With lessons learned from the G1 we have shaved over 300grams off the frame. Some of this

is unsprung weight in the chainstay, axle and rocker further improving the Zerode suspension

performance.

3) The down tube yolk has been redesigned to increase the ground clearance by 20mm, increase

chain ring clearance for a better primary chain line and incorporates a sturdy shock guard mount so

your shock and frame are protected from stray rocks.

4) Each Zerode will come with 2 shifters. The standard Alfine unit and a modified SRAM unit. You

choose which one you feel most at home with.

5) A new rectangular down tube is stiffer, lighter and stronger than the old round tube.

6) The chainstay has been redesigned to increase tyre, crank and chain tensioner clearance.

7) Reduced travel from 9.25” to 8.3”. With less unsprung weight and an efficient axle path we felt a

little less travel would give a more lively feel, reduce weight and make a great pedalling chassis even

better without sacrificing it’s superb bump eating ability.

8) New colours….The G2 is Bead blasted and anodised in Black or Charcoal with four decal options.

Custom Anodising is available.

Already proven and tested on the NZ DH circuit, the G2 can be yours soon!

GT Factory Racing Adds 2 Racers

POWERHOUSE RIDERS TAYLOR VERNON AND MARTIN MAES SET TO RIDE WITH BEAUMONT AND ATHERTONS.

GT Bicycles has signed two of Europe’s most dominant young riders to expand its champion downhill and enduro race teams. Taylor Vernon of South Wales will join the world’s fastest downhill race team to train alongside Gee Atherton, Rachel Atherton, and Marc Beaumont, while Martin Maes from Belgium will join Dan Atherton on the enduro team.
 
“Taylor was first brought to our attention last year and we’ve seen him post some solid results in the under 16 sections this past season,” said Dan Brown, Team Director. “The team is on a roll right now with Rachel’s World Cup win, fastest team overall title and Gee taking podiums in every race. It feels like the right time for us to start to bring on some new young riders and we think that Taylor has the potential to become a major force on the World Cup scene.”16-year-old Vernon will be racing on a GT Fury as he works to dominate the Junior World Cups and World Championships.
 
“Words can’t describe how stoked I am to be joining Dan, Gee, Rachel, and Marc on GT Factory Racing,” said Vernon. “I’m so excited about racing at the International and World Cup level and know that I could not ask for a better or more experienced team of people to teach me all there is to know.”
 
On the enduro side, 15-year-old Martin Maes turned heads when he took 5th place overall at the Superenduro of Nations at Sauze d’Oulz. He will be riding a GT Force and focusing on the Enduro World Series.
 
“Nobody could quite believe it,” said Dan Atherton. “There isn’t a junior category in superenduro so this 15-year-old boy is just wasting some of the toughest and most experienced adult riders on the circuit.
 
We are really excited about the Enduro World Series in 2013 and I’m stoked to have a new teammate with this much potential.”
 
“This opportunity feels like a dream come true,” said Maes. “I have the greatest admiration for Rachel, Dan, Gee and Marc and will be so happy to ride with them.”

Zerode G2

New Zerode G2

• 63.5 degree head angle standard.
• 20mm more ground clearance.
• Race inspired 8.5." travel with a 2.8 stroke shock. Saves weight using idendical ratios as the G1's 9.25".
• Shorter head tube allows more bar height adjustments.
• Forged lower yolks reduces weight and increases stiffness.
• Bent chain stay allow for more crank clearance.
• Box section down tube, lighter and stiffer tube intersections.
• Now available in size LARGE with an reach of 415mm.

2013 Keyesville Classic

The 25th annual Keysville Classic is just around the corner. It is a small race with a great feel. Come race DH, XC, AM and kids race.

Keysville Classic Information

X-Fusion Sponsors Pivot Factory DH Team

Two years way from the World Cup DH scene, X-Fusion is proud to be back as the official suspension sponsor of the Pivot Cycles Factory DH Team. The team will primarily focus on the UCI World Cup downhill series, along with other high profile events such as Sea Otter and Crankworx. Team DH riders consist of Bernard Kerr and Austin “Bubba” Warren, and Bernard’s brother Bard Kerr who will focus on 4X.

Bernard commented, “The partnership between the factory Pivot team and X-Fusion is awesome. We couldn’t be more excited going into the 2013 season knowing we have XF’s knowledge and passion for racing behind us. We’re looking forward to working with them on and off the race track this coming season!”
 
While focusing on race results will be a primary goal, the Pivot Cycles Factory DH Team will also be a key asset in the development of XF products. Keep an eye out for them shredding DH tracks on their Vector HLR rear shocks and new XF forks.
 
X-Fusion Marketing Manager John Hauer added, “The Kerr brothers and Bubba are all fantastic riders, with style for miles, and are great representatives for the sport. Everybody at XF is truly ecstatic to be coming back to World Cup racing and look forward to helping these riders reach their goals, while they in return help us develop some amazing new products.”
 
For team updates throughout the season, follow XF @xfusionshox