One of our favorite rides at  the dirt demo was on the Moots Mooto-XZ. This was a bit unexpected as I’ve never heard of this bike before and was unfamiliar with the Moots rear suspension designs.

First of all, the bike was set up properly. It had a long, flat handlebar and the stem was set up low. The cockpit felt just right for the conditions and it was easy to maneuver the front and put weight on the front tire.

On the trail, the bike felt like it was floating on the rear suspension. Under pedaling, coasting or downhilling, the suspension felt very active. Climbing traction was ample and cornering was secure as aided by the Panaracer Rampage tires.  Even with all that, the bike climbed well too. It felt responsive under power and didn’t seem to suffer from rear suspension bob.

We’d love to get this bike for an extended test ride to see that the test ride was no fluke. Stay tuned.

Specs:

4-inch travel 29er frame

5 stock sizes from 16.5″ to 22″, custom sizes are available

Titanium front triangle and 6061 Aluminum rear triangle

RP23 rear shock

Info: www.moots.com

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