Niner ROS 9 Announced

• ROWDY STEEL RADNESS FROM THE 29ER-ONLY MOUNTAIN BIKE COMPANY

• ZERO MM OF SUSPENSION IS EFFICIENT IN EVERY CHAINRING

• 44MM OS HEADTUBE IS COMPATIBLE WITH 120–140MM FORKS

• GEOMETRY IS SLACK AND LOW WITH EXTRA-SHORT CHAINSTAYS

• BIOCENTRIC II ENABLES PERFECT SINGLESPEED SETUP AND ALLOWS GEOMETRY FINE-TUNING

• FORGED FRAME DETAILS AND INTERNAL OR EXTERNAL DROPPER POST ROUTING

• 142MM X 12MM REAR SPACING

The hardtail for riders that don’t like hardtails. No twitchy high-posting around features you would hit on your “real” bike. No need to back off because your XC racing head angle prevents solid roosting. The ROS 9 won’t judge your lines - it lets you write checks your skills might not be able to cash, and what is more exhilarating than that? Short chainstays, slack head angle, and oversized headtube nourish these Roots of Steel - all with the ability to tweak the geometry via the BioCentric II. Run this rig singlespeed, 1x or fully geared with a front derailleur if you roll that way. Remove the cable guides and front derailleur mount if you don’t. Stealth routing for the dropper post keeps the ROS 9 fresh and clean. Sorry, the ROS 9 is not compatible with heart rate monitors or training plans but it will certainly earn you some PRs when you do your part keeping the rubber side down. Ride Over S*!t – The new ROS 9 injects hardtails with a huge-ass dose of fun.

WHAT MAKES THE ROS 9 TICK?

The 4130 Cro-Mo tube set of the ROS 9 is the trusted standard for durability and ride quality. Following the lines and design language of the SIR 9, these tubes have been beefed up to handle the abuse the ROS 9 is designed to shrug off. The super-short chainstays provide a lofty front end feel while the slack headtube angle keeps the front end composed at Mach Loony speeds. A neutral BB height can be made low or high to slay YOUR trails by positioning the BioCentric II where it will do the most good.

Construction details abound – We borrowed the unique dropout design we developed for the SIR 9 to allow 142x12mm Maxle use and house the stout alloy derailleur hanger. The dropout designs allow the chain stays and seat stays to be welded at any angle and provide far more surface area for a full weld around the tube’s end. The front derailleur hanger is removable with an alloy cover. Internal dropper post routing is optional, another alloy cover closes the port if you choose not to use it. Externally routed dropper posts utilize mounts under the top tube. Tabs under the bottom bracket shell accept an proprietary MRP XCG bash guard for optional extra protection. Full-housing cable routing for front and rear derailleurs using Niner’s bolt-on double housing clamps along top and down tubes complete the versatility. If you don’t need the guides, take them off and enjoy the clean look of the frame in singlespeed mode.

OVERSIZED HEADTUBE

The oversized headtube of the ROS 9 allows the use of tapered fork steerer tubes that measurably reduce fork deflection, which means your Niner tracks straight and true. The full spectrum of riders from xc racers to all mountain shredders benefit from these features which is why we incorporate the technology in all our new frames. The ROS 9 Lets you take full advantage of increased steering precision as you get yourself into trouble.

BIO-CENTRIC II BOTTOM BRACKET SYSTEM

The Niner BioCentric II makes adjustments easy across a wide range of gears and eliminates the need for adjustable dropouts, giving the cleanest possible solution for singlespeed use. No bolt on hubs, no chain tensioners cluttering your ride, no brake adjustments with gear changes. Additionally, BB positioning allows fine-tuning of geometry. Want shorter chainstays? A lower BB? Steeper or slacker seat angle? It’s all achievable with the BioCentric II.

Greater Range - The BioCentric II offsets the bottom bracket spindle 8.5mm from center, offering greater range of adjustment compared to a traditional EBB setup. More offset is a boon when changing gears without having to change chain length and it allows riders to make more noticeable changes to frame geometry.

Reliable Function - Traditional EBB units are held in place with set screws that can become difficult to finely adjust over time, or expansion wedges that can deform the bottom bracket shell of the frame. Split bottom bracket shells that clamp an EBB can stretch or ovalize. The Bio-Centric II avoids these troubles by using two bolts to apply a clamping force on the outside edges of the BB shell, eliminating the possibility of ovalizing or indexing the shell.

ROS 9 SPECIFICATIONS & COMPATIBILITY

• 73mm BB width (with BioCentric II installed)

• BioCentric II is compatible with external bearing cranksets only

• Direct mount front derailleur, high mount, top pull, removable front derailleur mount

• Tabs under BB shell for custom MRP XCG Bash Guard - available separately at www.ninerbikes.com

• 31.6mm seat post size, compatible with internal and external dropper post routing

• 34.9mm seat collar size

• 44mm headtube. Tapered headset with internal (ZS) top cup and 1.5” external bottom cup (included with frame). Cane Creek standard description: ZS44/28.6|EC44/40

• All sizes have one bottle mount in the front triangle

• Replaceable derailleur hanger or SS insert

• 142 x 12mm Maxle rear spacing

• Can fit up to a 2.35” tire (tire size varies by brand, some tires may not fit)

• Compatible with most standard 1x, 2x and 3x chainring systems.

• Max 1x chainring size 32T with BioCentric II in rear position - Max 38T with BioCentric II in forward position.

Niner Jet 9 Announced

• AIRFORMED ALLOY FULL SUSPENSION FROM THE 29ER-ONLY MOUNTAIN BIKE COMPANY

• 100MM OF PATENTED CVA SUSPENSION IS EFFICIENT IN EVERY CHAINRING

• COMPATIBLE WITH 100–120MM FORKS

• TUNED FOR CVA – ROCK SHOX MONARCH RT3 HV

• ENDURO SEALED CARTRIDGE PIVOT BEARINGS ED

• FORGED SUSPENSION LINKAGE AND UNIQUE NINER ALLOY HARDWARE

• 142MM X 12MM REAR SPACING

Life is complicated enough from nine to five, what you do in your off hours should be simple – it’s time to hit the trail on the new Jet 9. Enter your first mountain bike race, visit that MTB mecca or just crush souls on the after-work ride. It’s the simple action of “doing” that’s important and that is why we created the new Jet 9.

Serious good looks, lighter weight, more CVA travel, the Jet 9 has all the technical refinements that define an XC dominator. Carbon wonderbikes are great, but you’ll appreciate the new technologies that we utilize in our alloy frames, too. They are dream bikes within reach – Airformed alloy with as many custom details as our RDO line, something you can log big miles on, day in and out. Sound like a bike that you might want in the garage? Yeah, us too.

XC FULL SUSPENSION

The Niner that loves putting the pedal to the metal – The JET 9 is for riders who like to get there sooner or ride just a bit further. With over 30 glowing media reviews for ride quality and handling - the new JET 9 takes these characteristics and ups the ante with increased travel, a 142x12mm rear end and airformed aluminum alloy tubes that redefine performance and reduce frame weight.

CVA™ SUSPENSION

The JET 9 features Niner’s patented CVA suspension (U.S. Patent No. 7,934,739) and delivers 100mm of fully active travel with superb compliance and damping via a tuned for CVA RockShox Monarch RT3 HV shock. For those seeking the technical advantages of 29” wheels combined with pedaling efficiency across all chainring combinations (not just the middle ring), CVA™ is the front-runner. The result? A faster, smoother ride up and down the trail.

VERSATILE GEOMETRY

To achieve maximum efficiency you need predictability, balance and nimble handling. Niner is the company that helped make fun and fast 29ers a reality. Climbing or descending, the geometry of the JET 9 is tuned to keep you in control and ready to conquer new terrain at every turn. The JET 9 is intended for 100 to 120mm forks, allowing riders to further fine tune the ride.

AIRFORMED TUBING

The new JET 9 frame sheds approximately 1/4 pound from the last model. To achieve this reduction and actually increase strength we looked beyond traditional hydroforming. Shaping the frame tubes with compressed air in a heated mold gives us greater control over wall thickness and material uniformity, allowing the use of less metal. Tubes that are manipulated using this process can be up to 25% lighter than a similar hydroformed shape at the same strength.

TAPERED HEADTUBE

The increased surface area of a tapered headtube allows for a larger downtube, increasing strength and rigidity at this critical intersection. Tapered fork steerer tubes measurably reduce fork deflection, which means your Niner tracks straight and true. The full spectrum of riders from XC racers to All Mountain shredders benefit from these features which is why we incorporate the technology in all our frames.

Niner IMBA Auction Begins

Want to own a rare, beautiful Jet 9 RDO with Rock Shox Sid XX fork? Want to benefit IMBA? Now is your chance!

Niner has made 9 limited edition IMBA-themed full suspension framesets available for riders to win, with 100% of the proceeds benefiting mountain bike development and advocacy around the world. The first frame was awarded at Sea Otter, the rest will be up for auction.

With the help of The Pro’s Closet, we are able to make these auctions open to riders in most countries with predictable shipping and handling fees - see the online auction listings for complete shipping details.

• Limited Edition Niner Jet 9 RDO frame with matching Rock Shox SID XX
• Win one of 9 made available
• Round 1 of Auction May 2-12
• Round 2 of Auction May 13-23
• Open to Niner riders around the world!
• Improved shipping rates for domestic and international winners, see auction page for details
• Happy Bidding and Good Luck!

Niner IMBA Auction

NINER BIKES REVEALS NEW AIRFORMED RIP 9

The reputation of the R.I.P. 9 is unassailable – in the six years since its introduction it has helped define the new-school genre of trail ripper - both with riders and the cycling press. So how can it be improved? Keep the attitude, boost performance, shed unwanted weight and build on the legend. The changes to this new beast can’t really be called “evolutionary,” because the word implies a slow process of incremental gains and small strides. That just doesn’t describe the changes to the new R.I.P. 9 – there’s nothing incremental about a kick in the pants.

TRAIL BIKE 29

The Niner that is at home on just about any trail or any terrain – The R.I.P. 9 incorporates global rider feedback as well as Niner’s rigorous progression of alloy design, engineering and testing standards. The R.I.P. 9 has over 30 glowing media reviews for ride quality and handling - the new R.I.P. 9 takes these characteristics and ups the ante with air formed aluminum alloy tubes that redefine performance, a lower weight, ISCG compatibility and additional travel.

CVA™ SUSPENSION

The R.I.P. 9 features Niner’s patented CVA suspension (U.S. Patent No. 7,934,739) and delivers 125mm of fully active travel with superb compliance and damping via a tuned for CVA RockShox Monarch RT3 HV shock. For those seeking the technical advantages of 29” wheels combined with pedaling efficiency across all chainring combinations (not just the middle ring), CVA™ is the front-runner. The result? A faster, smoother ride up and down the trail.

VERSATILE GEOMETRY

To progress as a rider you need predictability, balance and nimble handling and Niner is the company that first made fun trail bike 29ers a reality. Climbing or descending, the geometry of the R.I.P. 9 is tuned to keep you in control and ready to conquer new terrain at every turn. The R.I.P. 9 is intended for 120 to 140mm forks, allowing riders to further fine tune the ride.

AIR FORMED TUBING

At just 6.85lbs for a medium frame with shock & hanger, the new R.I.P. 9 pulls within .65lbs (295g) of our carbon flagship R.I.P. 9 RDO frame. To achieve this reduction and actually increase strength over the last R.I.P. 9 frame we looked beyond traditional hydroforming. Shaping the frame tubes with compressed air in a heated mold gives us greater control over wall thickness and material uniformity, allowing the use of less metal. Tubes that are manipulated using this process can be up to 25% lighter than a similar hydroformed shape at the same strength.

TAPERED HEADTUBE

The increased surface area of a tapered headtube allows for a larger downtube, increasing strength and rigidity at this critical intersection. Tapered fork steerer tubes measurably reduce fork deflection, which means your Niner tracks straight and true. The full spectrum of riders from XC racers to All Mountain shredders benefit from these features which is why we incorporate the technology in all our frames.

ATTENTION TO DETAIL

From the head tube to the rear axle, we looked at every single detail and asked “can it be done better?” We’ve revised the shapes of the forged yokes and attachments, subjecting them to mechanical and real world testing to ensure they’re as light and strong as possible. New linkage shapes increase strength and stiffness and shed a few more grams, the lower link has a pronounced asymmetrical form to make room for ISCG tabs and increased chainstay clearance. Larger pivot hardware and a switch to 8mm alloy shock mounting bolts shave weight and increase the bling we love so much. Saving weight doesn’t mean skimping - pivots are still outfitted with Enduro Max full complement sealed cartridge bearings for smooth, friction-free suspension.

• Airformed alloy full suspension trailbike – setting the standard in any wheelsize

• 125mm of patented CVA™ suspension, efficient in every chainring configuration

• Compatible with 120-140mm forks

• Tuned for CVA™ - Rockshox Monarch RT3 HV

• ISCG Tabs and offset linkage design for chainguide compatibility

• Forged suspension linkage and unique Niner Alloy Hardware

• 142x12mm rear spacing

• Medium frame with shock, maxle hanger and seat collar - 7 LBS/3175 g, a half pound lighter over previous iterations.

• $1849 Frame MSRP (includes shock, maxle and seat collar)

• Complete 3-Star XT Bike $4199, Complete 1-Star X7 Bike $2999

• Ships in early May.

Niner Bikes was founded 2004 in Southern California and is headquartered in Fort Collins, Colorado.

The company is dedicated to the ideals of passion, commitment and 29ers only.

NINER BIKES REVEALS 2013 SPECIAL EDITION IMBA FRAMESETS ONLY NINE AVAILABLE, THE FIRST ONE GOES AT SEA OTTER!

For the fourth time, Niner has created a special IMBA themed bike in support of IMBA’s trail advocacy efforts. This year’s version will be revealed at Sea Otter 2013, in the IMBA tent.

There will only be 9 of these special bikes available to the public. The first one will be raffled as a complete bike with XX1 components (generously donated by SRAM) to Sea Otter attendees who register with IMBA or who join or renew their IMBA Membership. The drawing for this complete bike, worth over $8,000, will be held on Saturday April 20^th at the Sea Otter Clif Bar Party and IMBA 25^th Anniversary celebration. Must be present to win.

The remaining 8 framesets will go up for auction on May 2, with help from The Pro’s Closet. These online auctions will be available globally and 100% of the proceeds are donated to IMBA. Niner will reveal complete bike images over the weekend on their facebook page, and encourages everyone at Sea Otter to join or renew their membership at the event!

Niner Bikes was founded 2004 in Southern California and is headquartered in Fort Collins, Colorado.

The company is dedicated to the ideals of passion, commitment and 29ers only.

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