Rocket Fast
With the same proven, aggressive racing geometry as the top-dog 9.9 SSL, the Elite 9.8 puts Shimano XT componentry on a TCT Carbon frame for similar light weight as the flagship Elite. Also available as a frame-only in Europe.
Sizes:
15.5, 17.5, 18.5, 19.5, 21.5"
Frame:
TCT Black Carbon w/BB90 bottom bracket, "Drop In" headset bearings
Fork:
Fox F-Series Remote RL w/air spring, rebound, remote lockout, alloy steerer, 100mm
Wheels:
Bontrager Race Lite Disc wheel system, centerlock, tubeless ready
Tires:
Bontrager XR 1 Expert, 26x2.0"
Shifters:
Shimano Deore XT
Front Derailleur:
Shimano Deore XT
Rear Derailleur:
Shimano Deore XT Shadow
Crank:
Shimano Deore XT 44/32/22
Cassette:
SRAM PG970 11-34, 9 speed
Saddle:
Bontrager Race Lite
Seat Post:
Bontrager Race X Lite, 31.6mm, 5mm offset
Handlebars:
Bontrager Race X Lite, flat
Stem:
Bontrager Race X Lite, 7 degree
Headset:
Cane Creek IS-3, 1-1/8" alloy cartridge
Brakeset:
Shimano Deore XT Ti Custom