The Calibre Rail is a big-wheeled bike that performs like a proper modern mountain bike should, at a very accessible price. The combination of its steep seat angle and slacker head angle creates a great climber and a confident hill bomber; it’s a composed ride that’s great for anyone starting out. Suspension on this hardtail is taken care of by a fuss-free, coil-sprung Suntour XCM fork with 100mm of travel.

The Rail’s Shimano drivetrain works well with the handsome tan-walled Obor Mike Bear tyres to create speed and keep you in control. Its Clarks M2 hydraulic brakes provide ample stopping power in all conditions. Altogether, this bike is far more capable than its price tag suggests - it’s a budget all-rounder and a team favourite.

Feature Highlights

·      Calibre hardtail frame – A lightweight alloy frame with balanced geometry for efficient climbs and confident descents

·      100mm Suntour XCM suspension fork - A burly coil-sprung suspension fork that needs minimal maintenance

·      Clarks M2 hydraulic disc brakes – Smooth and responsive brakes that represent awesome value

·      Shimano Cues U4000 18 speed – An entry-level drivetrain from market leaders Shimano

·      OBR Mike Bear tyres – Grippy, soft-compound tyres that shed mud and roll fast

About Calibre

Calibre Bikes have a simple ethos: to build high-quality road and mountain bikes, that are affordable and fun to ride. Thoughtful and innovative design, with great attention paid to geometry and spec, makes Calibre an award-winning brand that leads the pack.

·      Frame: Alu 6061 29”, 135 QR, Post-mount disc, 44mm headtube

·      Fork: SR Suntour SF15 XCM forks with 100mm of travel

·      Handlebar: Calibre Trail, Alloy 780mm wide, 20mm upsweep, 6°backsweep, 31.8mm clamp

·      Stem: Calibre Trail, 31.8mm clamp, 45mm extension

·      Grips: Calibre Trail, Single lock-on, soft compound, integrated bar end

·      Headset: Semi-integrated, ZS44

·      Saddle: Calibre Trail, steel rails

·      Seatpost: Calibre Trail 30.9 x 350mm

·      Seatclamp: Calibre QR 34.9MM

·      Chainset: Calibre 175mm 22x36T

·      Pedals: Flat pedals

·      Bottom Bracket: Square taper 73mm BB

·      Drivetrain: Shimano 18 speed

·      Cassette: Shimano Cues 9 speed 11-34T

·      Chain: Shimano Linkglide

·      Shifter Right: Shimano Cues U4000 for 2x9

·      Shifter Left: Shimano Cues U4000 for 2x9

·      Rear Derailleur: Shimano Cues U4000 direct mount

·      Front Derailleur: Shimano Dual pull 34.9 - 31.8 / 36-14T

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