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First Look Friday: MRP Stage fork and guides, Spurcycle Bell, and Giant Numen Mini TL

· By Press Office · 3 comments

First Look Friday is an introduction to the products that we are currently testing for review. This week we’re featuring a selection of components from MRP, the Spurcycle bell and Giant’s Numen Mini TL rear light.

MRP Stage Fork

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The Stage is MRP’s all-mountain/ enduro fork. The Stage offers easy low speed compression and rebound adjustment with an additional adjustment feature called Ramp Control. Ramp control allows the rider to adjust the fork’s spring curve allowing for more or less support on the big hits. While the Stage is clearly aimed at big riding, the shorter travel options will see the Stage suiting a number of more trail-orientated rides. With 34 mm stanchions, the Stage is on par with the Fox 34 but slightly skinnier than a RockShox Pike or DVO Diamond.

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MRP prides itself on quality and accountability, every Stage fork goes through a full dyno test and is signed off by the tester (apparently the same tester will attend to any warranty issues) before leaving the factory in Colorado.

Specifications:

Travel: 140, 150, 160, or 170mm (26/27.5″). 120, 130, 140, or 150mm (29″).
Weight: 1.95 kg for 26/27.5″ & 2 kg for 29″
Axle-to-crown height: 553mm for 170mm 26/27.5″, 558mm for 150mm 29″
Spring system: EQUALair
External adjustments: Air spring pressure, 8-position compression, Ramp Control, rebound
Internal adjustments: Travel
Steerer options: Tapered (1.5 – 1.125″)
Offset: 43mm (26/27.5″), 51mm (29″)
Brake mount: 180mm PM (Disc only)
Wheel sizes: 26”, 27.5”, 29”
Axle: QTAPER 15mm
Retail pricing: R15,600

https://vimeo.com/100946020

MRP Wave Ring

With their new Wave ring, MRP takes a different approach to the the narrow / wide chainring by positioning each tooth slight off of centre from its neighbour. This gives it a sort of wave appearance when viewed from above which should make it less prone to pick up leaves and other trail debris. The Wave ring will come in a direct mount version as pictured for either GXP or BB30 bottom brackets, with 28 – 36 tooth options to choose from, as well as a four bolt, 104mm version in 30 – 38 tooth sizes, the 30 tooth will be slightly offset for chain clearance on the crank spider. A five bolt, 110mm option is in the works as well.
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Specifications:

  • Compatible with SRAM XX1, X01, X0, X9, 2200, 1400 and Truvativ AKA cranks. -8 for 24mm GXP (and BB30 cranks using 15mm spindle spacer), -7 for 24mm GXP 36t
  • Available in 28-36t even sizes
  • 28-34t: 49mm chainline (68/73mm BB) & 54mm chainline (83mm BB)
  • 36t: 50mm chainline (68/73mm BB) & 55mm chainline (83mm BB)
  • Compatible with 8-11 speed chains.
  • 30t weighs 54g, 32t weighs 60g, 34t weighs 69g
  • *only S1400 models with removable spider (not S1000 models)
  • Retail pricing: R1,300

MRP Decapitator and Front Derailleur Mount Covers

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If you’re one of the many who has converted your mountain bike to a 1x drivetrain, you’ll find your front derailleur mount no longer gets much use. The MRP Decapitator will cover the mount and allow you pop open your favourite beverage.

  • Opens bottles with unparalleled precision
  • Made in Grand Junction, CO, USA
  • Alloy with matching alloy fastener
  • 12g
  • Retail pricing: R480.00

The other option is to run a standard front derailleur mount cover.

  • Made in Grand Junction, CO, USA
  • Alloy with matching alloy fastener
  • 5g
  • Retail pricing: R320.00

MRP AMg (V2) with Skid Plate

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MRP’s All-Mountain Guide is an upper chain guide and bash guard combination. The chain guide is designed to have no contact with the chain (unless called upon to keep a wayward chain in place) while the nylon skid protects your crank and chainring from impacts with the trail.

Specifications:

  • New nylon integrated skid protects chainrings and glides over rocks and obstacles
  • Tracked and grooved upper guide / backplate interface increases stiffness and eases installation
  • New co-molded “TR” upper guide with softer durometer interior for silent guidance
  • Available in 28-32t and 32-38t sizing
  • All install and adjustment operations possible with just a single 4mm HEX wrench.
  • Compatible with chainlines 49mm and wider
  • 111g (28-32t Alloy ISCG-05) – 129g (32-38t Alloy ISCG)
  • Retail pricing: Alloy – R1,900; Carbon – R2,700

MRP 2X

Designed to work seamlessly with the new wave of 2×10 drivetrains, the 2x utilizes MRP’s patented integrated skid chainring protection and features a dual pulley tensioning system. Notable on the 2x system is the absence of a crank-mounted bash guard or guide ring, instead it relies on the front derailleur and lower pulley assembly for complete chain retention.

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The integrated skid protects the chainrings from impacts without the added weight of a full bash ring. The dual pulley tensioning system ensures that the chain is properly tensioned and in the right position, keeping it on the chainring in the roughest conditions. The dual pulleys also reduce drag and noise compared to other designs, ensuring a better riding experience. Finally, the raised top fin profile prevents the chain from dropping to the BB shell.

Specifications:

  • Removable integrated skid protects chainrings and glides over rocks and obstacles
  • Dual pulley design provides precise chain engagement while reducing noise and drag
  • Raised top fin profile prevents the chain from dropping to the BB shell
  • BB mounted guides are only compatible with traditional, threaded BB systems
  • 130g (36-38t ISCG-05) & 147g (39-42t ISCG)
  • Retail pricing: R2,550

Spurcycle Bell

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The Spurcycle is a full metal bell manufactured in the USA. It’s a beautifully designed bell with simple operation. Fitment is easy, simply insert the flat metal strap and tighten it around the bar by turning the screw on the top of the bell. When the brass hits the stainless steel bell, a sharp and loud noise is produced. Early testing gives the Spurcycle a big thumbs up. The Spurcycle bell is a premium product and comes with a price to match, the silver bell goes for R549 while the black bell retails for R649.

https://vimeo.com/131564741

Giant Numen Mini TL

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The Giant Numen Mini is a great additional light you can fit to your handlebar, seat post, seat stays or pretty much anywhere on your frame. Coming in two modes (constant or flashing) you can get a runtime of up to 100 hours.

Very compact, easy to attach and cheap these light are very popular amongst commuters.

Features:

  • 2 Bright Red LEDs
  • 2 Modes: Steady/Flash
  • Easy mount soft strap
  • Water resistant rubber case
  • Price: R89.95

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Comments

raptor-22

Dec 11, 2015, 12:39 PM

smaak that bell wiff a pession

popcorn_skollie

Dec 11, 2015, 6:01 PM

been waiting on the stage

Hairy

Dec 13, 2015, 4:30 PM

I know it is only a bell but I have always wanted one. The standard ones you get locally are just not loud enough to use daily on commuter bikes, and they have a tendency to explode after a while!

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