$2,495.00
Description
BRC: A crank forward that is mountain bike trail ready. It’s fast and extremely capable on technical single track, while providing a more comfortable seat and ergonomics than a regular mountain bike.
RANS: Alterra and Alterra 29
This is a capable mountain bike. Rider reviews of both the 26 and 29 versions speak of not only of being on par with conventional MTB’s but having the added advantages of lower center of gravity, and longer wheel base. The lower CG adds to the ground hugging handling, and the longer wheel base enhances downhill. The chance of an endo is reduced; riders report more confidence, and speedier descents. My personal 29er has seen the aggressive trail rides in Colorado, where it performed flawlessly. I was impressed with the big wheels, and their ability to absorb shock. My rig had the straight fork, which I like, since it is 4 pounds less in climbs.
The Alterra is built to handle all of your off-road adventures. Its frame is handmade in America from7005 aluminum with agile-handling geometry made for twisty trails. The Alterra’s large-diameter frame tubes and awesome RockShox SID suspension fork with 80mm of travel are durable and trail-ready. And, the Alterra’s crank-forward design offers superior comfort that’s also stand-and-pedal capable, a real asset on rolling terrain and technical trails. This upright riding position also prevents hand and wrist pressure and allows flat-footed starts and stops. Plus, this sweet bike features quality components from TruVativ and SRAM, and sure-stopping Tektro disc brakes.
We have a test track out behind the factory. The track has challenges even for standard mountain bikes. At the 2011 RANS Rally we saw some impressive riding during the time trails on both standard mountain bikes and the 26, and 29 Alterra. On our double hair-pin turn there was less tapping by the CF riders than the standard MTB’s. Not a totally conclusive study but, observations show the potential of this bike.
Price is for Frame Only.
BRC Review: http://www.backcountryrecumbentcycles.com/?p=892
| FRAME | 7005 TIG Welded Aluminum (MADE IN THE USA) |
| FORK | RANS 29″ CroMo 1 1/8″ |
| HEADSET | RANS 1 1/8″ w/ Headset Adjuster |
| BOTTOM BRACKET | |
| CRANKSET | |
| CASSETTE | |
| CHAIN | |
| FRONT DERAILLEUR | |
| REAR DERAILLEUR | |
| F/R SHIFTERS | |
| HANDLEBAR | |
| RISER | RANS Forged 7.5 B49 or RANS Curved Riser |
| BRAKES | |
| BRAKE LEVERS | |
| SEAT | RANS QR Adjustable CF2 Poly Pan w/ Integrated Foam & Cover |
| SEAT POST | RANS QR Track-Loc w/ Inseam Scale |
| F/R WHEELS | |
| F/R TIRES | |
| PEDALS | |
| OPTIONS | Rock Shox 29 Reba RLT Ti, Rear Rack, Kickstand |
| SPECIFICATIONS | |
|---|---|
| GEAR INCHES | 18.8-116 |
| X-SEAM OR INSEAM | Sm. 25.5-34.5″ Inseam Std. 27-35.5″ Inseam |
| WHEELBASE | 50″ |
| OVERALL LENGTH | 80″ |
| SEAT HEIGHT | Varies (See Inseam) |
| BB HEIGHT | 12″ |
| FRAME WEIGHT | 5.2 lbs. |
| BIKE WEIGHT | 28 lbs. (29.55 lbs. with shock) |
| WEIGHT LIMIT | 275 lbs. |
| COLORS | Orange Crush, Sparkle White, Gloss Black, Frost Broze, Frost Dark Blue, Gloss Charcoal, Lime Green, Silver, Cobalt Blue. Any of these in two color add $200 |
| MSRP | N/A |
at 2:48 pm
Hi, Christopher—so sorry we missed your message. RANS hasn’t made those in years and we can’t get them. If you haven’t come up with an alternative in the meantime, please give us a call for some suggestions. Mark is always happy to try to help find the right fit for people. Off the top of his head, he suggests checking out the HP Velotechnik Grasshopper and any of the AZUB recumbent bikes. (720) 560-1178. Thanks, Renge’, BRC
at 10:12 pm
I am interested in the RANS Alterra, however have some questions: 1. Why does it come in wheel sizes 26 or 29? For me (5′ 11″, 175 lbs) a 27.5 diameter wheel seems about right; 2. Have you considered, or would you consider, an internal hub such as the Rohloff 14; .3 I am in Salt Lake City, UT. Would you consider working with a bike shop here such as Wasatch Touring? I am looking for a bike that can climb on road or gravel, but no extreme trails. Thanks