Till now, Ari’s price range lineup had a number of fashions sharing the identical body, however totally different names based mostly on spec and journey. Now, their entry level into full-suspension path bikes is absolutely up to date with a shapely new body and a single title – The Cascade Peak.
The brand new Ari Cascade Peak’s body is air- and hydro-formed to supply a stiff, responsive body with fashionable aesthetics. It’s most noticeable on the high tube and head tube junction, however be aware the seattube’s bulge and shaping, too. That effort offers it a greater second water bottle placement, letting you get two bottles on all body sizes.
The additional shaping and butting additionally saves a claimed 250g over straight gauge spherical tubes.
It will get 135mm rear wheel journey, paired with 140mm forks. The suspension has their adjustable geometry GA Hyperlink, which can be utilized to transform it from a full 29er to a blended wheel 29/27.5″ setup.
Standover peak is decrease, making it extra maneuverable and permitting longer journey dropper seatposts.
It comes with UDH hangers and new epoxy-infused paint that’s powerful and chip resistant.
2024 Ari Cascade Peak specs, geo & pricing
Cascade Peak Comp ($1,999)
- Suntour XCR 34/Raidon R
- Microshift Creation Drivetrain
- Tektro 4 Piston Brakes
- WTB i30 Wheels
Cascade Peak Elite | $2,499
- DVO Diamond D3/Opal T2
- Shimano CUES Drivetrain
- Tektro 4 Piston Brakes
- WTB i30 Wheels
Cascade Peak Professional ($2,999)
- DVO Diamond D1/Opal T2
- SRAM GX Eagle Drivetrain
- SRAM DB Brakes
- WTB i30 Wheels
Geometry is absolutely fashionable, getting Ari’s signature steep seat angle (78º) and slack head angle (65º), with about 20mm extra attain than earlier than. I’ve been driving the Professional mannequin a bit, keep tuned for a assessment.
