Norco Bikes 2017 Eurobike
Features / Fri 2nd Sep, 2016 @ 9:30 pm
Norco was all about the plus and all about the fat, with new models in the 27.5 plus and the full fat range. The plus range features two models, both with hardtail and full suspension options giving four different plus sized bikes.
The Fluid model is defined by 120mm rear end coupled with a 130mm fork. It features all of the great aspects of Norco geometry including a 68 head angle, long reach and low bottom brackets. The frame is obviously all boost ready, features the ART suspension platform and aims to deliver an all round trail ripping experience. The Hardtail version gets a 120mm fork and shares a lot of the same DNA as the full suspension version running on 2.8 tyres.
The Torrent gets 130mm back end coupled with 140mm front to give an even more capable plus sized trail shredder. The Aggressive all mountain geometry takes the grip and support of plus sized tyres to the more aggressive trails in a fantastic package. 67 degree head angle and a 456mm reach in size large mean there is no compromise going to plus size, only the benefits brought by maxxis’s new Minion plus. As with the Fluid, there is a hardtail version, with a 140mm fork it’s a hard hitting trail bike where the plus tyres keep the ride smooth and the trail chatter down.
Want full fat? Want carbon? The Ithaqua is for you. Taking technology from their XC Power Chassis and with clearance up to 5 inch (26), put the power down and smash out the miles on snow, sand, or whatever your want to float over with ease. This the full fat diet with none of the weight gain.
By Ewen Turner
Ewen Turner is a self-confessed bike geek from Kendal in the Lake District of England. He runs a coaching and guiding business up there and has a plethora of knowledge about bikes with an analytical approach to testing. His passion for bicycles is infectious, and he’s a ripper on the trails who prefers to fit his working life around his time on the bike.
