Norco Dirt/Street and Womens Series of 2009 Bikes
Norco's 2009 line up isn't just about the big bikes for boys, they have also introduced the all new Vixa Women's Freeride bike! Developed around feed back from Norco factory rider Darcy Turenne and other lady shredders, the Vixa is here to help women push the sport on a bike that fits them right.
We can't forget about all you DJ and street riders either. Lots of refinements have been made to the hardtail line up too, so have a look at what 2009 has in store:The Dirt/Street series of hard tail bikes is made for the Dirt Jumpers, Skate park/Urban riders, 4X/Slalom racers and even trail riders that are looking for a versatile bike able to ride the parks, DJs and trails. The whole line up sees a lot of parts color matching that gives off a real custom look to the bikes. Of all the series, it was here that fashion and function really met to create versatile, great looking rides.
Alloy Frames:
-5mm shorter stays than in 2008 (now 395mm)
-5mm lower BB height
-integrated headtube for Campy Standard
4HUN - $2200
-Marzocchi 4X World Cup 100mm Fork
-E-13 LG-1 Guide
-Avid Juicy 3 Brakes
One25 - $1509
-Marzocchi DJ 2 100mm fork
-Black Spire chain guide
-Avid Juicy 3 Brakes
Havoc - $1025
-Marzocchi DJ 3 100mm Fork
-Chromoly BMX 3 piece cranks
-Hayes mechanical disk brakes
-25T x 12T compact single speed
Chromoly Frames:
-8mm shorter stays than in 2008 (now 387mm)
-internal seatpost clamp in top tube
-Mid size BB on Two50
Two50 - $1895
-RockShox Argyle Solo Air 100mm Fork
-25T x 12T Tron Compact single speed
-Avid Juicy 3 Disk Brakes
Ryde - $1200
-Marzocchi DJ 3 100mm Fork
-Black Spire Guide
For 2009 Norco has gone and created a 4 bike line up of Women specific bikes called the Forma series. While the Ari, Fae and Koshka are all XC hard tails, it's the new Vixa freeride bike that was really turning heads up in Whistler-ok so Darcy helped garner a little bit more attention to it too. The women's specific freeride bike was developed with a a ton of feedback from Darcy Turenne of the Norco Factory Team who was looking for a bike to better fit and suit her needs as a rider. The end result is the Vixa-a ladies freeride and aggressive trail bike.
Vixa - $2999
-6" travel frame via Marzocchi 55 ATA 120-160mm Fork and a Fox DHX 3.0 rear shock
-WTB ladies saddle
-color match freeride "light" components
-extra small sizing option
-shorter cock pit area to better fit a woman's upper body
Check out all my 2009 Norco pictures here.
Past 2009 Stories:
https://www.pinkbike.com/news/norco-empire-5-2008.html
https://www.pinkbike.com/news/norco-team-dh-aline-2009.html
https://www.pinkbike.com/news/norco-shore-six-4X-2009.html
The 2009 Norco bike launch in Whistler B.C. was a success on many levels. The new bikes were a hit with everyone that rode them, they look great and the whole crew put on a great show. The weather has been co-operating all season and the launch was no different. I hope that you all enjoyed all the coverage and I'll see you all next season.
www.westinwhistler.com
www.whistlerbike.com
www.norco.com
-Tyler "Brule" Maine
We can't forget about all you DJ and street riders either. Lots of refinements have been made to the hardtail line up too, so have a look at what 2009 has in store:The Dirt/Street series of hard tail bikes is made for the Dirt Jumpers, Skate park/Urban riders, 4X/Slalom racers and even trail riders that are looking for a versatile bike able to ride the parks, DJs and trails. The whole line up sees a lot of parts color matching that gives off a real custom look to the bikes. Of all the series, it was here that fashion and function really met to create versatile, great looking rides.
-5mm shorter stays than in 2008 (now 395mm)
-5mm lower BB height
-integrated headtube for Campy Standard
4HUN - $2200
-Marzocchi 4X World Cup 100mm Fork
-E-13 LG-1 Guide
-Avid Juicy 3 Brakes
One25 - $1509
-Marzocchi DJ 2 100mm fork
-Black Spire chain guide
-Avid Juicy 3 Brakes
Havoc - $1025
-Marzocchi DJ 3 100mm Fork
-Chromoly BMX 3 piece cranks
-Hayes mechanical disk brakes
-25T x 12T compact single speed
Chromoly Frames:
-8mm shorter stays than in 2008 (now 387mm)
-internal seatpost clamp in top tube
-Mid size BB on Two50
Two50 - $1895
-RockShox Argyle Solo Air 100mm Fork
-25T x 12T Tron Compact single speed
-Avid Juicy 3 Disk Brakes
Ryde - $1200
-Marzocchi DJ 3 100mm Fork
-Black Spire Guide
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For 2009 Norco has gone and created a 4 bike line up of Women specific bikes called the Forma series. While the Ari, Fae and Koshka are all XC hard tails, it's the new Vixa freeride bike that was really turning heads up in Whistler-ok so Darcy helped garner a little bit more attention to it too. The women's specific freeride bike was developed with a a ton of feedback from Darcy Turenne of the Norco Factory Team who was looking for a bike to better fit and suit her needs as a rider. The end result is the Vixa-a ladies freeride and aggressive trail bike.
Vixa - $2999
-6" travel frame via Marzocchi 55 ATA 120-160mm Fork and a Fox DHX 3.0 rear shock
-WTB ladies saddle
-color match freeride "light" components
-extra small sizing option
-shorter cock pit area to better fit a woman's upper body
Check out all my 2009 Norco pictures here.
Past 2009 Stories:
https://www.pinkbike.com/news/norco-empire-5-2008.html
https://www.pinkbike.com/news/norco-team-dh-aline-2009.html
https://www.pinkbike.com/news/norco-shore-six-4X-2009.html
The 2009 Norco bike launch in Whistler B.C. was a success on many levels. The new bikes were a hit with everyone that rode them, they look great and the whole crew put on a great show. The weather has been co-operating all season and the launch was no different. I hope that you all enjoyed all the coverage and I'll see you all next season.
www.westinwhistler.com
www.whistlerbike.com
www.norco.com
-Tyler "Brule" Maine
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The colours are all a bit vibrant and way too far out there. I personally think they shuold stick with slightly bright colours and let the people choose what other colours they want.
All nice bikes though.
The colours let them down.
but interesting seat post clamp design on the Ryde
haha seems like it.... and the only color schemes i actually like
is the Rydes and the 250s
Lol i worked at a bike shop they told us it was cause
"price of steal, aluminum, gas erc has gone up so it more expensive to get the bikes"
But i agree its gay and TRANSITION TOP (which i have) IS WAYYY BETTER than any norco!