Tried and true, proven 5” travel single pivot frame. Simple in design, but packs a powerful list of credentials that include a Marzocchi MZ Race fork paired up with a RockShox Bar 2.1 rear shock, SRAM X.7 rear derailleur, and Hayes MX-4 mechanical disc brakes. Ready to rip right out the box.
Tried and true, proven 5” travel single pivot frame. Same great riding frame as the Shift R3, but more affordably priced. Think you’ll see a lot of no-name components? No way. Suntour, Kenda, Truvativ, WTB, and Shimano have all found a home on the Shift R3.
Big on fun but little on price, Shift bikes are the perfect choice for riders looking to upgrade to a trail-worthy full-suspension bike without breaking their bank account. Built around tried-and-true single pivot suspension technology, Shift bikes are easy to set-up and a snap to maintain. This proven system excels in a wide variety of terrain with few compromises.
At about $700 retail, the Shift R1 is the perfect choice for riders who are looking for full-suspension cross-country trail bike but may not have the desire or means to plunk down a large sum of cash. Since it uses the same frame as the R3, the R1 buyer can upgrade their parts as their budget allows and skills progress.
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