For 2012, Whyte Bikes has updated its full suspension cross country mountain bike called T-120. As compared to the 2011 model, the updated T-120 version is 680g lighter. With Whyte’s very own trail geometry, the new version still guarantees excellent handling.

Featured by its alloy M6 magnesium enriched frame is a front triangle that comes with a tapered head tube. Light but incredibly strong and stiff, its full carbon single monocoque swingarm comes with modular dropouts offering outstanding rear end stability and power transfer.

A great choice for trail riders is the updated 2012 Whyte T-120 Full Suspension Cross Country Mountain Bike. Precise tracking and steering performance during trail rides is delivered by the exceptional front end stiffness of the T-120’s tapered headtube.
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For those who are looking for a new full suspension mountain bike, Trek has released the new Fuel EX 8 for 2012. Designed to tackle any riding style, this exceptionally competent mountain bike offers neutral, assertive handling as well as a flawlessly balanced suspension performance.

Built from a lightweight, robust, and stiff Alpha Platinum aluminum frame, the Fuel EX 8 is packed with state-of-the-art features, which include a 120mm travel, magnesium EVO Link, E2 tapered head tube, replaceable derailleur hanger, and internal front derailleur cable routing.

Lightweight and very responsive, the 2012 Trek Fuel EX 8 Full Suspension Mountain Bike offers a strong and competent ride whether it is for an all-day trip or for racing. What provides the Fuel EX 8 with a stronger frame structure and better pedaling efficiency on the trail is its press fit BB.

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With its reputation as one of the leading mountain bike manufacturers Giant Bicycles takes pride in its 2012 range of full-suspension mountain bikes, which include the Glory 1. Equipped with dependable components, this bike is the best choice for off-road riders.

Using a co-pivot shock mount, the extra strong ALUXX SL aluminum frame of the Glory 1 is paired with 8in of totally active Maestro Suspension. This combination enables this mountain bike to handle even the most intense DH circumstances.

Perfect for cross-country, downhill, trail, north shore, and free riding is the 2012 Giant Glory 1 Full Suspension Mountain Bike. Main features also include a Marzocchi 888 RC3 EVO fork that features 203mm of travel and SRAM X7/X9 shifting that comes with Avid Elixir 7 disc brakes.
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For cross country riders, Focus Bikes has unveiled a new full-suspension mountain bike called Super Bud 4.0. It is packed with mountain bike-specific parts, such as its FOCUS Super Bud alloy frame, Rock Shox XC 30 TK RL 100mm fork, SRAM X.9 drivetrain, and SRAM X.7 trigger shifter.


Included in the key features of the Super Bud 4.0 are its Magura MT2 hydraulic disc brakes, front and rear. The Magura MT2 is perfect for the Super Bud 4.0 because it brings a lot of stopping power, which guarantees a speedy ride on the trail.

With the topnotch quality of its brake system, the 2012 Focus Super Bud 4.0 Full Suspension Cross Country Mountain Bike is very affordable. Other nice features are the Continental Race King tires, Concept saddle, and Concept EX seatpost, handlebars, and stem.
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For 2012, Lapierre Cycles has reintroduced its full-suspension mountain bike called Froggy 218. For two years, the Froggy has earned a good reputation from riders who are fond of breathtaking cycling, and now, it is back with the same quality combined with new exciting features.

To further enhance the stiffness of the Froggy 218, the new model of this full-suspension mountain bike gets a 12×142 rear axle. Moreover, it features a geometry that is even more aggressive to make harder pumping even more effortless either on the DH racetrack or in the bike park.

For DH riders who want to have a cool French bike, the 2012 Lapierre Froggy 218 Full Suspension Mountain Bike is the ideal machine. Featured by its durable compact alloy frame are 180mm travel forks, a tapered headtube, a single chainring set-up, and oversized seatstays.
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New from Cube Bikes for 2012 is a 16.8kg full suspension mountain bike called Hanzz Race. Featured by this FR FSP4 four-bar linkage is a lightheartedly compact geometry. At the the rear wheel is a fully active 190mm suspension travel that makes the bike perfectly suitable for freeriders.

In order to save weight, lessen the number of welds, and enhance the stability of the Hanzz Race all at the same time, Cube has used an advanced hydroform technique. Also, it has a Syntace-designed X12 through axle system makes rear axle fitting and removal easier and enhances rear assembly rigidity.

Built with a top-quality 7005 aluminum frame, the 2012 Cube Hanzz Race Full Suspension Mountain Bike is both stiff and lightweight. With its upmarket paint job, the frame has a multilayered synthetic paint powder that effectively protects it from knocks and scratches and lasts for several years.

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For riders who are looking for a new bike loaded with technical innovations, the new Stereo SL from Cube Bikes for 2012 is just perfect. This 13.1kg full-suspension mountain bike has 140mm of drive-neutral suspension travel, so it is ideal for all-mountain terrains, long distance tours, and Alpine cross rides.

On the rear triangle and rear wheel of the Stereo SL, Cube Bikes has diminished braking and pedaling forces through the combination of FSP 4 Link and Dual Trail Control designs. The FSP 4 Link uses four-pivot chainstay construction while the Dual Trail Control is a four-pivot suspension system.

Built from high performance aluminum, the frame of the 2012 Cube Stereo SL Full Suspension Mountain Bike combines great strength and light weight. Stiffness and responsiveness are enhanced by the triple-butted and hydroformed tubing in order to deliver the best performance possible.

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