Orbea Occam LT
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Summary of Reviews
We have read all expert and user reviews on the Orbea Occam LT. In summary, this is what cyclists think.
12 reasons to buy
- The Occam LT comes in five builds: three carbon and two aluminum.
- Reviewers praise the comfortable climbing position.
- Experts say the balanced geometry and weight distribution aid in making the Occam LT an excellent all-rounder.
- Testers relish the bike's stability and overall composure on steep, chunky descents.
- Experts commend the Occam LT's efficient pedaling and responsiveness, generating speed well for a bike with this travel.
- Cable routing through the head tube and the threaded bottom bracket help simplify maintenance.
- Reviewers enjoy the Occam LT's nimble handling and precise steering.
- The roomy cockpit gives the rider plenty of freedom of movement.
- This bike includes frame storage, a rear axle allen key, an integrated multi-tool (M10 and M-Team only), and protective vinyl wrapping (carbon builds).
- The Occam's head angle is adjustable, and the frame has a flip-chip with low and high geometry settings. Experts prefer the low position.
- The Occam can accommodate a 230mm dropper post.
- Orbea offers a lifetime warranty on frames for the original registered owner.
8 reasons not to buy
- The suspension pivots loosen on four test bikes, and the included tool isn't suitable for tightening them fully.
- Reviewers say the suspension's supportiveness comes at the cost of traction.
- A tester of the large frame says the relatively short, non-size-specific chainstays mean the front needs to be weighted more.
- Many experts note that the Occam LT isn't as lively or playful as competing trail MTBs.
- A reviewer notes small amounts of pedal kickback on the roughest descents.
- The shift cable exiting the chainstay hits the chain on some test bikes.
- The proprietary stem and headset spacers limit swaps.
- Testers dislike how the asymmetrical frame only allows water bottle access from the left.
Bottom line
The Occam LT is the long-travel version of Orbea's trail MTB (160mm front, 150mm rear). The Occam SL is its less-capable but more efficient sibling. The all-rounder Occam LT is praised for its climbing capability, excellent performance on downhills, and efficient pedaling platform. The stable and composed ride lacks some playfulness, and although the frame geometry is well-balanced, several reviewers wish for proportional chainstays. The frame's thoughtful features and storage impress, but reports of loosening pivot bolts are alarming. Overall, the Occam LT is considered a great trail machine.Expert Reviews
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