We have already covered the best new protective gear and top value oriented products of 2015. Now it is time to find out what made of our list of best new components of 2015? You might be surprised.
e*thirteen 9-44 TRS Cassette
While SRAM's 1x11 cassettes offers users an impressive 10-42 gear range, e*thirteen's new cassette gives you an even wider 9-44 spread. And the innovation doesn't stop there. They've actually split the cassette in two so you can replace either the higher or lower range independently depending on wear. The cassette is available for either 10- or 11-speed drivetrains. Price is $279 and $309 respectively. To learn more about how well it works, check out our first impressions here.
Deity T-Mac Signature Pedal
I've only logged a couple of rides on a set of the new Deity T-Mac pedals, but so far they're living up to the hype. The huge platform, concave profile, and symmetrical shape offer an impressive amount of grip. For more technical info, check out our first look here.
A new chassis, air spring, and damper have turned the FOX 34 into a class leader (click to enlarge).
FOX Float 34 Fork
After losing ground the past few years to the RockShock Pike, FOX turned things around with the introduction of its 36mm chassis. Next up for a refresh was the 34 series, which was reborn in 2015 as a lighter version of the 36. For more information on the internals and our first ride impressions, read this.
The new Mallet E is smaller and lighter than the well regarded downhill version (click to enlarge).
Crankbrothers Mallet E Pedals
The Mallet DH pedal is extraordinarily popular on the downhill circuit and Crankbrothers hopes to capture some of this same magic with their new enduro version. This pedal has a 52mm Q-factor, is 12% smaller, and 50 grams lighter than the DH version. It also utilizes new internal components, which Crankbrothers claims will help increase longevity. Check out our Eurobike coverage of Crankbrother's new line for more info.
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Pacenti 12mm PDent Stem and Handlebar
As frames have gotten longer, many riders have turned to shorter stems to help liven up steering. The shortest stem we've seen using traditional construction methods is 30mm, but by using a dimpled bar for more clearance, Pacenti's new PDent system has produced stems as short as 12mm. Check out our Sea Otter coverage for more info.
Each ElevenSix shock is tuned for riders specific frame, body weight, and riding style (click to enlarge).
Push ElevenSix Shock
Best known for its aftermarket suspension tuning, Push entered the suspension game in a big way with the new ElevenSix shock. The dual overhead valve design allows two independent compression settings that can be switched on the fly. Each shock is hand built in Colorado and costs $1,200. To learn more read our launch post here.
Rinsing off accumulated dirt will restore the tackiness of Renthal's Sticky Grips (click to enlarge).
Renthal Sticky Grips
There isn't a ton of room for innovation in the grip market, but Renthal's new Sticky Grips are an interesting new offering. Using the same material used to manufacture the sticky hand toys you played with as kids, these grips produce a sticky compound to help improve bar grip. The more you sweat, the tackier they get. Retail is $33. For more info, check out our Interbike coverage here.
X-Fusion Revel Inverted Fork
Originally released a few years ago as a limited edition model, X-Fusion has now created a production version of the inverted Revel suspension fork. It will use the well-regarded Roughcut HLR Damping system found in their 34mm platform and is available for both 650B and 29" models. Price is $1000. For more info, check out our Interbike coverage here.
What do you think of our choices? Did we leave something out? Let us know in the comments section below.
To see the rest of our favorite products and videos, check out the other articles in our Best of 2015 series:
Best New Protective Gear of 2015
Best New Value Priced Products of 2015
Best Mountain Bike Videos of 2015
e*thirteen 9-44 TRS Cassette
While SRAM's 1x11 cassettes offers users an impressive 10-42 gear range, e*thirteen's new cassette gives you an even wider 9-44 spread. And the innovation doesn't stop there. They've actually split the cassette in two so you can replace either the higher or lower range independently depending on wear. The cassette is available for either 10- or 11-speed drivetrains. Price is $279 and $309 respectively. To learn more about how well it works, check out our first impressions here.
Deity T-Mac Signature Pedal
I've only logged a couple of rides on a set of the new Deity T-Mac pedals, but so far they're living up to the hype. The huge platform, concave profile, and symmetrical shape offer an impressive amount of grip. For more technical info, check out our first look here.
A new chassis, air spring, and damper have turned the FOX 34 into a class leader (click to enlarge).
FOX Float 34 Fork
After losing ground the past few years to the RockShock Pike, FOX turned things around with the introduction of its 36mm chassis. Next up for a refresh was the 34 series, which was reborn in 2015 as a lighter version of the 36. For more information on the internals and our first ride impressions, read this.
The new Mallet E is smaller and lighter than the well regarded downhill version (click to enlarge).
Crankbrothers Mallet E Pedals
The Mallet DH pedal is extraordinarily popular on the downhill circuit and Crankbrothers hopes to capture some of this same magic with their new enduro version. This pedal has a 52mm Q-factor, is 12% smaller, and 50 grams lighter than the DH version. It also utilizes new internal components, which Crankbrothers claims will help increase longevity. Check out our Eurobike coverage of Crankbrother's new line for more info.
Continue to page 2 for more of 2015's best new MTB components »
Pacenti 12mm PDent Stem and Handlebar
As frames have gotten longer, many riders have turned to shorter stems to help liven up steering. The shortest stem we've seen using traditional construction methods is 30mm, but by using a dimpled bar for more clearance, Pacenti's new PDent system has produced stems as short as 12mm. Check out our Sea Otter coverage for more info.
Each ElevenSix shock is tuned for riders specific frame, body weight, and riding style (click to enlarge).
Push ElevenSix Shock
Best known for its aftermarket suspension tuning, Push entered the suspension game in a big way with the new ElevenSix shock. The dual overhead valve design allows two independent compression settings that can be switched on the fly. Each shock is hand built in Colorado and costs $1,200. To learn more read our launch post here.
Rinsing off accumulated dirt will restore the tackiness of Renthal's Sticky Grips (click to enlarge).
Renthal Sticky Grips
There isn't a ton of room for innovation in the grip market, but Renthal's new Sticky Grips are an interesting new offering. Using the same material used to manufacture the sticky hand toys you played with as kids, these grips produce a sticky compound to help improve bar grip. The more you sweat, the tackier they get. Retail is $33. For more info, check out our Interbike coverage here.
X-Fusion Revel Inverted Fork
Originally released a few years ago as a limited edition model, X-Fusion has now created a production version of the inverted Revel suspension fork. It will use the well-regarded Roughcut HLR Damping system found in their 34mm platform and is available for both 650B and 29" models. Price is $1000. For more info, check out our Interbike coverage here.
What do you think of our choices? Did we leave something out? Let us know in the comments section below.
To see the rest of our favorite products and videos, check out the other articles in our Best of 2015 series:
Best New Protective Gear of 2015
Best New Value Priced Products of 2015
Best Mountain Bike Videos of 2015