Yeti Cycles 2017 Eurobike
Features / Sat 3rd Sep, 2016 @ 9:30 pm
Oh gosh, we’re having a bit of a moment. Just look at these gorgeous bikes! Yeti always leaves you drooling round their stand, a brand dripping with heritage and class they have a truly desirable range of machines. For 2017 they’ve introduced a two different frame constructions within each model, the top end ‘Turq’ and the slightly heavier ‘Carbon’ models. Just to be clear, both frames are carbon, but the Turq uses more advanced materials and a fancier lay-up of the carbon making it lighter by 250g. Both styles share the same mould, and therefore geometry, but the Turq has a few more heritage finishing touches in an understated, you know it’s there but you have to loook for it way. Super Cool. With the two different frames Yeti is able to keep the spec high on lower end models and the price jump between models smaller.
The SB5 was looking like the super-bike that it is in it’s updated form, with a fully glossy coat and all the Turq touches, but is also available in a couple of other options. Firstly we have Yeti’s first foray into the world of plus with the very simple name of the SB5+, which although shares the travel, is essentially a totally new model from the SB5. Featuring raised chainstays and clearance for up to 3.0 inch tyres, it keeps all the trail taming features found in the Yeti range and is available in Carbon or Turq frame options. The SB5 is also available in the Beti option, which is the exact same frame, but in a different colourways and available down to XS giving the lowest standover you’ll find on a bike of this kind. Male or female matters not, if you’re looking for a super small trail bike, this is it.
The SB6 and 5.5 remain unchanged other than the edition of the Turq vs Carbon frame options and as with all Yetis, have at least one person on the stand staring longly at them with a glazed look in their eyes.
Clothing is the next big thing for Yeti, with a new and expanding range ‘don’t be afraid to fall in love’ with these threads they’re here to stay. A no nonense enduro racer style to their race kit, it is slim fit and minimal, with few pockets and very little moto style. They also have a range of more chilled out ride kit and casual wear for when you’re not trying to emulate Richie Rude.
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.
