Big AL 1.0 Hardtail Bike 2022The Big Al is the 29 counterpart to the Marley; designed as a fun all rounder with the same performance and value that made its smaller wheeled sibling a multiple test winner. The Big Al 1. 0 takes all thats great about the 2. 0 but upgrades the spec: The addition of the group test winning Brand X Ascend dropper plus the upgraded 11 speed Deore groupset and SRAM DB8 brakes. Keeping things lively at the business end; a Marzocchi Z2 Rail provides

Geometry is based firmly around fun with a 65

it’s slack

its wide tyre clearance

including ISCG 05 chain guide tabs and boost 148x12 axle spacing

giving you even more commanding control when the trail gets steep and rowdy

The 150mm RockShox Yari always proves faultless

If you don’t think a hardtail is capable

Shimano Deore 10-Speed Groupset and RockShox Suspension Forks

it's Chromoly (CrMo) construction is engineered to be robust

the Trig is a reliable choice for any venture

internal dropper seat post compatibility and 148x12mm boost rear end

A stacked spec package moves things forward for 2021 with a Shimano 12-speed SLX/Deore groupset and hydraulic disc brakes