This enduro mountain bike turns heads, not just because of its flip-flop paint finish and unique damping position. The high-travel Horst Link suspension is unique. It relies on an additional idler pulley on the main shock to counter the high levels of pedal bounce typical of this system. Cannondale dubbed the Jekyll the "Guidler" because it's the darling of a guide bar and idler. The Jekyll's shock sits inside the downtube in the "Gravity Cavity". A Cannondale exclusive, which is said to provide a low center of gravity. A small plastic cover protects the shock from mud and Unfortunately, this design has a fundamental flaw: it makes it extremely difficult to access the shock for initial setup and subsequent maintenance. In fact, no other bike has given us so much trouble in this regard. Even just to reach the high-speed rebound dial, you must unbolt the plastic cover, and the gap between the fender and the frame functions as a sweet spot to collect mud and debris. at the rear protects the main pivot from dirt while a generously sized saddle and chainstay protector reduces chain slap and protects the carbon frame from stray stones.Plus, the frame protection tape prevents your shoes from rubbing the paint. The frame will fit a water canister but does not have a comptool storage or strap holder. Unfortunately, the Cannondale also does not use a UDH mechanical hanger, making it necessary to keep a spare with you at all times, especially when traveling. In addition, the frame protection tape prevents your shoes from rubbing the paint. The frame will fit a water bottle but does not have a comptool storage or strap holder. Unfortunately, the Cannondale also does not use a UDH mechanical hanger, making it necessary to keep a spare with you at all times, especially when traveling. In addition, the frame protection tape prevents your shoes from rubbing the paint. The frame will fit a water bottle but does not have a comptool storage or strap holder.
Like most 2022 enduro mountain bikes, the new Cannondale Jekyll 1 is equipped with FOX Factory bling suspension. It is a 38 fork with GRIP2 shock and FLOAT X2 shock, controlling 170/165mm of travel respectively. In size L it reaches 15,6 kg on the scale. A robust and reliable SRAM GX 12-speed drivetrain ensures excellent shifting performance while four-piston SRAM Code RSC brakes with a huge 220mm rotor up front and large 200mm disc in the rear provide powerful and reliable deceleration. The WTB KOM Trail i30 alloy wheelset struggled to keep up with the character of the Jekyll, forcing us to tighten the spokes after just a few test rides. In short, the wheels are not suitable for the intended use of the Jekyll and in addition, they are associated with MAXXIS tires with the EXO+ carcass prone to punctures. Cannondale combines an ASSEGAI 2,5" front and a Minion DHR2 2,4" rear, both with the compdared of harder MaxxTerra rubber. Instead, we recommend switching to tires with a more robust carcass, i.e. "DoubleDown" as well as a compdared of softer rubber, at least at the front. For the cockpit and dropper post, Cannondale relies on its compinternal daring. However, the blocking remote has a spongy actuation feel, lots of play, and very sharp edges. That being said, the Cannondale Riser 1 Bar offers excellent vertical compliance and effectively filters out bumps.
The Cannondale's high-travel rear suspension is quite unique and works differently than other suspension designs. On impact with an obstacle, the high pivot point results in a more rearward axle path, which means the chainstay length increases or decreases as the suspension stiffens. comprhymes or lengthens. Additionally, Cannondale has tailored chainstay length and rear suspension kinematics to each frame size to provide consistent handling across all sizes. The bike is available in four sizes from S to XL, and all sizes have one thing in common: they are very short. This is meant to emphasize the racing character of the Jekyll. Par One size L combines a short reach of 475mm and a high stack height of 643mm, which should inspire tons of confidence and allow for a quick change of direction, at least on paper.
Select | S | M | L | XL |
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Seat tube | 390 mm | 410 mm | 445 mm | 500 mm |
Upper tube | 569 mm | 608 mm | 623 mm | 660 mm |
steering tube | 100 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm | 130 mm |
head angle | 64,0° | 64,0° | 64,0° | 64,0° |
Seat angle | 77,5° | 77,5° | 77,5° | 77,5° |
Base | 430 mm | 435 mm | 442 mm | 450 mm |
BB drop | 30 mm | 30 mm | 30 mm | 30 mm |
Wheelbase | 1 mm | 1 227 mm | 1 264 mm | 1 311 mm |
reach | 425 mm | 450 mm | 475 mm | 510 mm |
Stack | 625 mm | 634 mm | 643 mm | 652 mm |
On flat trails, the short top tube and high front end ensure a pedaling position compdeed but very comfortable. When climbing, however, the shock sinks deep into its travel, putting you far above the rear wheel and forcing you to actively load the front wheel to keep it following the ground. A word of advice: push the saddle all the way! The active suspension generates plenty of traction on technical climbs, but also presents a significant amount of pedaling, costing the Jekyll's climbing efficiency, making it the worst climber enduro mountain bike of 2022" with the Nukeproof Giga. Like the other high-travel bike, the GT Force, the Jekyll's idler pulley makes a loud squealing noise when pedaling.
Downhill, the Cannondale's plush, high-travel rear suspension delivers impressive performance. It provides a smooth ride, especially at high speeds and with big hits. Here, he follows the best. the Orbea Rallon and the Simplon Rapcon, cutting through anything in its path and shrugging its shoulders without losing its bite. While the Jekyll is on the soft end of the suspension spectrum, it still offers enough support to play with trail characteristics and pop off ledges.
As the suspension comprhyme, the trajectory of the rear axle leads to an increase in the length of the wheelbase. Together with the short frame, this guarantees a lot of weight on the front wheel. Even along tight sections of trail, the Cannondale is playful and easy to ride, especially compared to the GT Force, which is also based on a high-travel design. In addition, the weight is evenly distributed between the front wheel and the rear wheel, ensuring intuitive and predictable handling. Despite its short reach, the Jekyll takes top honors in the enduro ATV category, offering a smooth ride and instilling great confidence in all situations. Even after a long day in the saddle or an exhausting shred session, it remains easy and intuitive to ride.
With its high-travel suspension and integrated shock, the Cannondale Jekyll 1 is the eccentric enduro mountain bike of 2022. Size-specific geometry ensures good balance and the plush but effective rear suspension offers impressive performance on the trail. track. When it comes to frame details, specs and climbing performance, Cannondale still has some work to do.
Source: Enduro MTB
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