Orbea Alma 29 World Cup Reviews
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From our belief in the alternative geometry, and being first in the industry to introduce a monocoque carbon 29er, this high-end carbon race machine combines the advantages of a 29? configuration in a hard tail set-up with a built-to-win spec. More angular momentum for greater traction, increased stability at higher speeds in the corners, smoothing out the washboards and superior capability to roll over the obstacles, are some of the advantages of the 29? wheel diameter. The sleek, monocoque carbon fiber lay-up takes Toray M30S and T700 carbon fibers and positions them in the fabrication process to balance stiffness and agility where the rider needs them most. The innovative shape of the front triangle optimizes power transfer and handling, while the longer chainstays and 4-point rear triangle provide passive suspension and torsional stiffness not found in a conventional rear triangle. Refined glossy natural carbon laminate and silver paint reflect the bling of the build with full Shimano XTR componentry, Rock Shox Reba 29er fork and Mavic Crossmax 29 wheels.
From our belief in the alternative geometry, and being first in the industry to introduce a monocoque carbon 29er, this high-end carbon race machine combines the advantages of a 29? configuration in a hard tail set-up with a built-to-win spec. More angular momentum for greater traction, increased stability at higher speeds in the corners, smoothing out the washboards and superior capability to roll over the obstacles, are some of the advantages of the 29? wheel diameter. The sleek, monocoque carbon fiber lay-up takes Toray M30S and T700 carbon fibers and positions them in the fabrication process to balance stiffness and agility where the rider needs them most. The innovative shape of the front triangle optimizes power transfer and handling, while the longer chainstays and 4-point rear triangle provide passive suspension and torsional stiffness not found in a conventional rear triangle. Refined glossy natural carbon laminate and silver paint reflect the bling of the build with full Shimano XTR componentry, Rock Shox Reba 29er fork and Mavic Crossmax 29 wheels.
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Cons: More expensive than my LT2 F/S. Still not a lot of options on upgrading components (wheels/tires etc)
Recommendation: I was home in NZ for 6 weeks...didn't bring a bike so went off to the LBS to demo the local brand, Avanti. I've been intrigued by the 29ers and the Avanti spec'd 29er was a tank. They had an Orbea Alma 29er World Cup on display and priced at a level that local Kiwi's weren't biting on. So I plopped a deposit and rolled it out the door for some Kapiti Coast single track.
Blown away at the ease that this bike rolled over obstacles. At 23.5lb/10.6kg it was light and nimble climbing. Even though it's only 5 LBs lighter than my LT2, that difference seems like another gravity on another planet. It was difficult to gauge my speed, it felt really fast and with my Garmin FR 305 I was able to get some feedback and slow down to avoid disaster. It descends great on true XC type terrain, it can handle some rougher stuff better than a typical 26 HT but I'm still feeling out the integrity of 29er wheels. I can feel a bit of flex in the wheels.
Frame absorbs plenty per the four point rear triangle.
This will be my travel abroad bike, as at 23.5LBs plus a hard case it's well under the luggage limit.
A serious XC racer and will be used on some 12 hour races this Summer. I'm eager to compare times against prior years with F/S bikes.
If you need to cover lots of ground fast in an XC environment, this is a rocket!!