[Spokompton]

Here's a pic of what the new Maestro bikes are going to look like.

This pic is of the new Trance X1, which has 5 inches of travel, 1.5 pounds lighter, slacker, lower, etc.

Apparently the other models will have a similar look. I like the look of my 2007 Reign X1, but these new ones are supposed to be a lot lighter, and the new shock mounting looks cleaner.

Anyone have pics of what the 2008 Glory and Reign X bikes are looking like? Apparently they already started shipping the new Reigns.

 

[djjohnr]

That thing looks fugly. Glad I just bought an 07 X1.

 

[Spokompton]

Fulgy? Yes!

Although it looks nice to have it lighter, simpler, and can actually fit on a standard front triangle bike rack.

Another pic.

 

[FastTimes]

Fulgy? Yes!

Although it looks nice to have it lighter, simpler, and can actually fit on a standard front triangle bike rack.

Another pic.

Maybe even uglier than a Nomad. IH one Giant zero. If you're gonna straight up knock stuff off you better bring heavy style to the table.

Pce,

 

[Lollapalooza]

It looks a little like the new Rocky Mountain... aesthetically that is. I know the suspension is totally different so don't flame away. Any pics of the new Glory?

 

[Bicyclist]

That thing looks really tall. I like the lack of glory hole and the geo/weight though.

 

[bballe336]

Why is it that every single new bike coming out now-a-days is a hydroformed piece of disgusting?

 

[Bicyclist]

Because they can be built lighter and stronger? By manipulating tubes you end up with a more functional bike.

 

[Tame Ape]

Why is it that every single new bike coming out now-a-days is a hydroformed piece of disgusting?

I am agreeable on this!

I also hate on the bent DT/BB junction trend that seems to be going on.

 

[bballe336]

Because they can be built lighter and stronger? By manipulating tubes you end up with a more functional bike.

I'm not stupid. But for the most part it is done for aesthetics (or lack thereof). Giant's bikes are all hydroformed and they aren't any lighter than in the past. My faith is a hydroformed abortion and it weighs over 13lbs for the frame and shock.

 

[dante]

wait, things being done in the bicycle industry for aesthetics at the expense of weight, structural integrity or performance? say it ain't so...

 

[FlipFantasia]

fugly? how 'bout svelte? way nicer looking than current models

 

[mandown]

Why is it that every single new bike coming out now-a-days is a hydroformed piece of disgusting?

function over form? screw that

2008, year of the ugly bikes

 

[Patan-DH]

posers......

 

[Spokompton]

Gonna be hard to beat this beauty!

Although, like I said, if it weighs less and rides better, I could care less how it looks! It's not like I look at my bike while riding, eh?

 

[ZHendo]

yup, i doubt they could do much to improve the looks of the X0/X1s. i realized that the reason the new trance is so ugly is they took away the hole that the shock used to fit into, i believe somebody referred to it as the glory hole. i think that the hole actually worked just fine, and it gave the bikes a clean but distinct look. as long as that mud flap on the front stayed intact, the shock was well protected from all sides. i hope they keep it on the reign X series and glory, but it could also be interesting to see if they could possibly come up with something even better (which is highly doubtful). I like Giants now though, I kinda really want a Glory and a Reign X0.

 

[Spokompton]

yup, i doubt they could do much to improve the looks of the X0/X1s. i realized that the reason the new trance is so ugly is they took away the hole that the shock used to fit into, i believe somebody referred to it as the glory hole. i think that the hole actually worked just fine, and it gave the bikes a clean but distinct look. as long as that mud flap on the front stayed intact, the shock was well protected from all sides. i hope they keep it on the reign X series and glory, but it could also be interesting to see if they could possibly come up with something even better (which is highly doubtful). I like Giants now though, I kinda really want a Glory and a Reign X0.

I've been studying how they could possibly run the Reign and Glory bikes with the same shock setup. It just won't work, IMO.

The glory hole version provides low COG, and perfects the leverage ratios, along with giving more room on top for a lower standover.

If they took those long shocks and put them into the new style, it would screw up everything that makes the Reign X1/0 so awesome. Show me another 6.7 inch travel bike that has as low of a COG and 28.5 inch standover!

It would be cool if they kept the glory hole, and used the hydroforming to lighten up the other parts.

 

[stinky|Dan]

I've only ridden my 07 Reign XO a couple of time so far but, now that it is set up properly, i love it. It'll be interesting to see what Giant has up their sleeves for 08.

 

[bohorec]

http://www.singletrackworld.com/article.php?sid=2490

 

[jamesdc]

Looks like giant is trying to copy the iron horse 6 point look, definatly like the old giant better.

 

[Spokompton]

Ohh thank god they didn't ruin it!

Different colors, new 08 parts, SICK!

 

[Transcend]

Specialized and Norco take note: This is a good looking bike.

 

[Lollapalooza]

Specialized and Norco take note: This is a good looking bike.

I really like the new Specializeds. I think the Demo 8 with the white 40 looks sick.

 

[Transcend]

I really like the new Specializeds. I think the Demo 8 with the white 40 looks sick.

This year's bikes from Spec are much nicer than last year's abortions, I agree. The old school demos still look the best in my opinion. Simple, anodized finishes look great and last a long time.

 

[Spokompton]

Specialized and Norco take note: This is a good looking bike.

I know! Just beautiful!

Giant really knows what the consumers want. Great company!

Ohh and the 08 X1 models are going for $2,500! Way better bike for the price than an SXT.

 

[ZHendo]

I know! Just beautiful!

Giant really knows what the consumers want. Great company!

Ohh and the 08 X1 models are going for $2,500! Way better bike for the price than an SXT.

imo, also a better suspension system, better looking frame, and lower center of gravity.

 

[Spokompton]

imo, also a better suspension system, better looking frame, and lower center of gravity.

Should also mention, strength!

I have yet to see or hear of a single Reign X bike cracking or breaking. I even know of people who ride full out FR on theirs. No creaks, no breaks, just solid.

I've seen a few UBER creaky ass SXT frames (not old either), and one with cracks and snapped chain stay.

SXT's are nice frames, but other than adjustable geometry, I see no advantage over the Reign.

 

[erastusboy]

Has the regular reign changed? Man I hope not that trance teh suck (first time i've ever used teh haha)

 

[Del]

Has anyone heard of the spec list for the Reign X1 or is it discernible from that photo?

X0, X1, X2, in order:

 

[dexter]

wow im in love

 

[bent^biker]

i can't tell if that is a domain or a wanna be domain (aka marz) on the x2

 

[ZHendo]

i want the x1 or x0 quite badly.

 

[Spokompton]

i can't tell if that is a domain or a wanna be domain (aka marz) on the x2

X0 = Float 36

X1 = Van 36

X2 = Zoke 55

 

[G3ars0fDH]

All these bikes are fugly. They look like hitler bikes.