Date: February 2000
Price: $1995 (frame and shock)
Purpose: Dual-suspension, XC racer
Home Phone: (800) 222-7557
B Value
A Weight?24 pounds
A Frame design
B Fork performance?3" White Bros SC92-UL
B Rear suspension?Stratos AR-1 shock,
4-bar linkage, 4" travel.
A Component selection
B Climbing efficiency
A Cornering ability
B Descending prowess
Teacher?s notes: Years ago, Ellsworth discovered the secret linkage that the Giant NRS recently made famous. The obtuse angle at which the seat-tube rocker meets the seat stays prevents pedaling forces from activating the rear suspension (bobbing). The Ellsworth pedals like a hardtail and descends like a dual-suspension bike. ?Nuff said.
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