Alchemy Arktos

12 reasons to buy

• The Arktos is a ‘Trail’ bike, and as such it has been commended for its ability to be used as an ‘all-round’ mountain-bike, performing well on downhill, cross-country and on ‘bigger-air’ trails.
• The biggest surprise for amateurs and experts, comes in this bike’s performance as a climber. It’s efficiency uphills is lauded.
• Componentry has not been faulted for the Arktos. Even at the lowest spec, the Shimano DX setup was trouble-free.
• ‘Snappy’ is a term that came up again and again, when riders described the sharp responsiveness felt on technical descents and through turns.
• Four sizes, Small to Extra Large, provide a suitable fit for all riders of all sizes from all genders.
• The customized SINE rear suspension was almost always characterized as being easy to use and rarely required adjustment.
• Shifting and braking were described as flawless and did not require adjustment.
• The dropper seat-post was appreciated for its smooth action.
• It has been described as ‘beautiful’ and received compliments for being stripped-back and uncluttered. The ability to order from 18 logo colors and 15 frame colors was seen as a boon.
• Minion brand tires come as standard, and delivered a grippy ride.
• Internal cable-routing kept the frame neat and riders happy.
• It wouldn’t be a surprise to know that the full-carbon frame was loved for being lightweight.