There was a time when you had to choose between trail bike descending and cross-country climbing ability. Not any more, with the naturally speedy genes of the Ninety-Six boosted by a 120 mm fork.

Relentless uphill speed with superb descending poise thanks to a light carbon frame and 120 mm fork. Downcountry? Cross-country? This is a bike that can do it all, with a top-drawer spec to match.