Rossignol Heretic
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36.3, 37, 37.9 lb
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Summary of Reviews
We have read all expert and user reviews on the Rossignol Heretic. In summary, this is what cyclists think.
10 reasons to buy
- Rossignol’s Heretic comes in three builds: Shimano Deore or SLX (mechanical) and SRAM GX AXS.
- This bike is compatible with a coil shock and can be set up with mullet wheels with the flip-chip.
- Reviewers love the cornering performance, which is enhanced by a frame that allows easy body positioning.
- Experts are impressed by how well the Heretic climbs, given its weight and suspension travel.
- Experts relish the Heretic’s traction, predictable handling, and overall composure on downhill trails.
- Testers say the “superb” suspension kinematics deliver lots of grip and comfort.
- Multiple testers find the Heretic comfortable, intuitive to ride, and easy to get used to.
- A reviewer feels the well-rounded geometry suits climbing and descending on both technical and flowy trails.
- Two experts say the Heretic is comfortable enough for long days in the saddle.
- The SLX and GX builds come with a multitool and tire lever integrated into the down tube protector.
10 reasons not to buy
- Experts would prefer a softer MaxxGrip compound for the front tire, which quickly reaches its limits on wet surfaces.
- The weak EXO casing (Deore, SLX) is unsuitable for enduro. Testers would also prefer the DoubleDown casing on the Heretic GX’s rear tire.
- Two testers find the bike’s length and weight demand more effort to move around, especially at lower speeds.
- An expert complains about the meager dropper travel: just 150mm in size M.
- The Heretic comes in only four sizes, one fewer than most competitors.
- The location of the tool (SLX, GX) under the down tube makes it difficult to access, especially on muddy rides.
- One tester finds the Heretic lacks pop for flicking through fast corners.
- A test bike's main pivot bolt on a test bike loosens on one ride. The Tellis V2 dropper (SLX, GX) on a test bike is sticky.
- A reviewer reports numerous small scratches and marks on the paint after a couple of months of riding.
- The DT Swiss 370 Ratchet LN hubs (GX) are slow to engage, according to an expert.
Bottom line
Heresy is the contradiction of established norms, but Heretic's tried and tested four-bar suspension and modern enduro geometry make it a distinctly conformist machine. By sticking with these accepted standards, Rossignol delivers what experts call extremely well-rounded enduro performance, with a feel when climbing that’s closer to all-mountain. This translates to a bike that wants to be ridden all day and appears capable wherever the trail goes. That said, some will be deterred by the meager dropper travel and limited sizing, and all riders would benefit from upgrading to enduro-ready tires. Unfortunately, there’s no expert consensus on this bike’s value.Expert Reviews
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