I'd guess the shorter shock is a combo of packaging, weight savings, and an aim to keep it 130mm travel. A 210x50 is easily swapped for 210x55 and more fitting for a 140-150mm bike.
Personally I would have built this as a 145mm bike with a 210mm shock and intended for a 160mm Lyrik/36. The frame probably wouldn't need any extra beef and you'd get a more versatile bike for BC riding. But I also think a huge portion of people are riding our over biked on 38/Zed that don't need it.
Rad to see this project coming along and Cedric making it happen. Love the look and lines of the bike.
April 10, 2025, 4:07 p.m. - earle.b
I'd guess the shorter shock is a combo of packaging, weight savings, and an aim to keep it 130mm travel. A 210x50 is easily swapped for 210x55 and more fitting for a 140-150mm bike. Personally I would have built this as a 145mm bike with a 210mm shock and intended for a 160mm Lyrik/36. The frame probably wouldn't need any extra beef and you'd get a more versatile bike for BC riding. But I also think a huge portion of people are riding our over biked on 38/Zed that don't need it. Rad to see this project coming along and Cedric making it happen. Love the look and lines of the bike.