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Commencal Meta 29er teased at Sea Otter
John Bennett April 25, 2018This trail tamer has 170/160mm front/rear travel, a 65.5-degree headtube angle, 75-degree seat tube angle, and 432mm chainstays.
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Commencal releases new META all mountain machine
Jordan Villella January 22, 2018Matte black anodized frame adorned with shiny black artwork; Commencal META is ultimate classy-stealth. Jump on the frame rode by Cécile Ravanel to the final EWS in Italy!
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Commencal Supreme SX first look
Saris Mercanti July 25, 2017While most 180mm bikes are targeted towards the gravity racing realm, Commencal took a different approach with the new Supreme SX.
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Huck Yes! George Brannigan goes park shredding
Saris Mercanti February 24, 2017No gratuitous slow mo. No crappy soundtrack. Just two minutes of jaw dropping clips from World Cup pro George Brannigan.
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Pro Bike Gallery: Cecile Ravanel’s Commencal Meta AM V4
Jason Sumner August 11, 2016Cecile Ravanel is the unquestioned queen of the Enduro World Series this year. Through five races, the Frenchwoman has four wins and one second place. Mtbr caught up with rider and bike after her win in Colorado.
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Video: Brendan Howey hears the call of Whistler
Mtbr July 25, 2016Brendan Howey has more style than your average New York City fashion show. Now he has a new bike to showcase those talents: the Commencal Supreme V4. And where do you go when you get a new bike? Whistler, baby!
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Commencal relaunches Meta SX at a price that can’t be beat
Saris Mercanti July 16, 2016For model year 2017, Commencal has re-released revised versions of older frames with modern geometry and product spec at price points you won’t believe.
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Video: Local Flow with Lac Blanc/Commencal rider Thomas Estaque
Gregg Kato June 14, 2016Check out this latest shredit from young Lac Blanc/Commencal team rider Thomas Estaque during his time away from the WC circuit. Put riding in France on your bucket list.
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Video: Pint sized adventures with the Commencal Ramones
Saris Mercanti November 24, 2015Remember how much fun riding bikes was as a kid? Commencal does. Their latest video follows two friends as they journey around the woods on push bikes.
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Round up: Best value mountain bikes under $1000
Gregg Kato November 03, 201527 interesting options for the entry level rider on a tight budget from brands like Trek, Specialized, Giant, Cannondale, GT, BMC, Scott, Rocky, KHS, Kona, Marin and more.
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Sea Otter: Manufacturers putting real resources into kids bikes
Kristen Gross April 28, 2015Sea Otter Classic reveals growth in pint-sized mountain bikes designed with geometry and components made just for junior.
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Video: Pierre-Edouard Ferry building a pump track in New Caledonia
Mtbr February 23, 2015Red Bull Rampage rider, Pierre-Edouard Ferry has fun on his Commencal bikes. Here he is in the off-season riding and building.
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News: Kyle Strait signs with Commencal and lays out 2015 season
Francis Cebedo January 29, 2015Commencal continues their forward momentum by signing two-time Red Bull Rampage champion, Kyle Strait.
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After Otter: More Sea Otter finds
Mtbr April 18, 2014Don’t call ’em leftovers, but we had so many things for our Otter Pops daily coverage from the Sea Otter Classic, we had to do a follow-up post. Check out the cool new stuff from Pivot, Felt, Commencal, Shimano and more.
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Bike Check #1: Nine cool bikes from pre-Sea Otter rides
Don Palermini April 10, 2014Sea Otter starts today and we kick off our coverage with a bike check of bikes some of our industry friends are riding this weekend. Keep a sharp eye peeled and you may see some previously unreleased new product.
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Video: Commencal Ride – Music Video
Gregg Kato October 01, 2013When is a mountain biking video not a mountain biking video? When it’s a rockin’ music video! Still full of plenty of riding stoke, this video features Commencal riders and great scenic shots.
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Commencal Titanium
Valerie November 09, 2011Riding a titanium frame is pretty exceptional, almost rare. A noble material with an instantly recognizable colour, it has unique benefits when compared to aluminum, cromo or even carbon. With its ability to better absorb vibrations, a titanium frame has a non negligible level of comfort. The durability of this element, unalterable, makes it almost […]
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Pro Interview: Bryson Martin Jr.
mountainbiketales October 19, 2010There’s always going to be opponents whether or not it’s another rider. I’d have to say my biggest opponent is the learning curve of being a professional athlete.
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COMMENCAL : introducing SUPREME 8
Gregg Kato June 14, 2010Supreme 8 Designed around the Supreme DH frame, it takes the essential elements but adds a bit of Freeride, with more manoeuvrability thanks to the addition of a single crown fork. Please welcome the fastest freeride bike in the world! More info: https://www.commencal.com/web_bicycles/highlights/supreme-8/commencal-supreme-8-en.htm
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E*thirteen team riders sweep the US Open
Gregg Kato June 11, 2010Gee Atherton (Commencal) takes win in front of huge home town crowd at Fort William World Cup Leominster, MA & Petaluma, CA The US Open took place May 29th and 30th under sunny skies and perfect track conditions in Vernon, NJ at the Diablo Freeride Park. In conjunction with the announcement of the Hive and […]
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Commencal and the Athertons Reinforce Their Partnership
Gregg Kato February 05, 2010Having already worked together for three years, Rachel, Gee and Dan ATHERTON’s confidence in COMMENCAL has been strongly reiterated with the announcement of another two years in partnership with the bike manufacturer. This relationship has steadily grown and is now set to be stronger than ever. The fresh team name and logo marks a new […]
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Yannick GRANIERI goes COMMENCAL!
Gregg Kato February 01, 2010COMMENCAL is proud to announce the arrival on the team of Yannick GRANIERI, one of the big names cruising the international Dirt and Slopestyle scene. Yannick has a reputation for his powerful style, committed videos, and regular presence in the media. His sporting career shows his desire to improve with every step: as a big […]
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The World Champion of 4X Caroline Buchanan signs with COMMENCAL!
Gregg Kato January 26, 2010COMMENCAL is pleased to announce that the Australian rider Caroline BUCHANAN, 2009 4X World Champion, joins the Team. Drawing her own lines between becoming one of biking’s elite, Caroline has an incredible talent and vibrant personality! She is a young and beautiful girl, with full of promises. Caroline will be looking to repeat hers successes […]
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Commencal Releases First Photos of 2010 Models
adam June 24, 2009Brand to hold something in reserve for North American market (Santa Fe, NM) June 24, 2009 – COMMENCAL Europe made its 2010 range public last month with a kickoff event in Andorra. The company is now hosting links to ‘Spy Shots’ courtesy of their own website (link: https://www.commencal.com/news/spy_shots.htm). These offer fans a first look at models […]
Read More »2009 Commencal Gee Atherton World Championship Replica Bike
adam December 18, 2008For 2009 Commencal will be releasing a limited number of Atherton World Championship Replica Bikes. These bikes will feature custom Fox DHX5 shocks with the same customs settings as Gee Athertons bike on the famed World Championship run. A truly custom World Cup rainbow coloured paint job has been applied along with the amazing new […]
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Cycle Solutons DH#4 Race Report presented by Commencal
adam July 22, 2008Well Folks, people were pretty nervous as they rolled into Camp Fortune, they Hills of Gatineau had been pounded by rain all week, what would the course look like!?? As friday night settled in a torrential downpour swept through, campers were treated with a waterpic massage right through their tents. However the amazing course work […]
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Commencal Meta 666 LTD – Review
adam July 15, 2008www.commencal.com www.bti-usa.com The Quick: The Good: Strong frame – little bb or rear flex Pretty smart build kit, maybe Good cock pit room Easy to get around switchback Great on non-tech single track 160mm travel means a plush ride The Bad: Unstable on gnarly trails, but has 160mm travel so you want to hit […]
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Commencal and the Atherton's Sweep DH World Championships
adam June 23, 2008Gee Atherton and Rachel Atherton made cycling history when the brother sister team took both of the DH world championships crowns in Val di Sole, Italy. This was a true DH racing course, all the World’s best had nothing but accolades for the tracks technical sections, wide open speed and multiple lines. “It’s hard for […]
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Commencal 2009 Line Up SNEAK PEAK!
adam June 04, 2008What a huge week for Commencal. The Athertons killing it in Andorra and the release of their 2009 line up. Here are some sneak preview shots directly from the Andorra Release. (Click on Images to Enlarge) ABSOLUT MAXMAX & CRMO 24″ FURIOUS CG META 5.5.1 META 5.5.2 META 5.5.3 META 6.1 META 6.2 SKIN […]
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Commencal and The Athertons dominate World Cup #2 DH and 4X in Andorra
adam June 02, 2008If you haven’t already heard a historical event of massive proportions took place this weekend. The Atherton Family of Gee, Dan and Rachel climbed aboard their Commencal steeds and went straight for the top of the podium. Saturday saw Dan Atherton take down Flyin Brian Lopes in the 4X final by making a huge 35ft […]
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Cycle Solutions O-Cup DH#1 Race Report Presented by Commencal bikes
adam May 08, 2008Cycle Solutions O-Cup DH#1 Race Report Presented by Commencal bikes It was a wild start to the first race of the season, rain hammered the Niagara Escarpment for 3 consecutive days, culminating in a 7hr drenching on Saturdays practice day. However it could not dampen the spirits of the riders, if anything it […]
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Commencal Dominates Maxxis cup #1
adam April 02, 2008The Atherton (Animal Comencal) brother and sister team were the winners of the first race of the Maxxis Cup International 2008, which took place in Gouveia (Portugal). Gee Atherton won by 4 seconds and Rachel by over 8 seconds!!!. Dan took a solid 2nd place behind his brother. Cedric “the entertainer” Gracia has fought back […]
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Team Commencal Canada 2008
adam March 04, 2008Commencal Canada are extremely proud to announce their factory race team for 2008. Commencal is dedicated to giving athletes all the tools they need to make it to the top level of mountain bike racing across Canada. “Our season couldn’t have been better, we had Matt Zdriluk secure the Junior Expert podium at […]
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