Kyle & Rémi

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George Brannigan Rips Down Coronet Peak

George came up with the concept of a film that looked basically like a full run of the track with a drone following him. The drone would provide the perspective to show off the flow of this awesome track and we cut it with shots to bring you back into the action on the ground.

SUPREME DH V4 Now Available

After a full season of UCI World Cups, the first models of the SUPREME DH V4 are available on our website!

So, to Digne-les-Bains (France) and onto the trails of EVO Bike Park and to the mythical Black Earth, to meet up with Rémi Thirion. We used the off-season to ask him what he thinks of his steed with which he shares so much of his time! You get a real sense of the freeride potential of the V4 and of course, Rémi’s versatility as a rider on any terrain. Here he rides fast and with style. As always.

For those who do not yet know the details of the SUPREME DH V4, we suggest you check them out on our website (link)! The creation process of our new winning machine was interesting! For the lazy ones, here’s a short version…

First of all, let’s talk about the trajectory of the rear wheel. When the bike’s sat still there seems to be no logic in the HPP suspension system but it’s once it’s in action that makes it stand out from the crowd. The rear wheel moves backwards and allows better shock absorption. The high pivot point requires a specific chain passage to eliminate the adverse effects of kickback and to allow the suspension to run completely freely.

That's not all; with the positioning of the mini-idler, the anti-squat is ideal for recovery, a real plus for efficient pedalling.

The SUPREME DH V4 must not be defined by physics and the passage of the chain alone. Above all it’s a racing machine with, for example, a headset system that alters the top tube length +/- 1cm and also the chainstay length adjustment (425mm/430mm).

Anyway, let’s let Rémi Thirion talk. Rémi? It's your turn!

All In

Before announcing some exciting news for the coming 2016 season, COMMENCAL/VALLNORD Downhill Racing Team are proud to present the story of 2015 with their new film ALL IN. Featuring and following Myriam Nicole, Rémi Thirion, Thibaut & Gaëtan Ruffin and Gaëtan Vigé from California and the first laps with the Supreme DH V4 last February, to World Championships in Vallnord, Andorra 3 months ago, we relive the ups and downs of our riders throughout the season. They also give you an insight into their own lives, hometowns and local trails. We would like to take this opportunity to once again thank all of our partners for allowing us to live our dreams, as well as all of you guys for the great support and love for our sport.

COMMENCAL INSIDERS: Listen to Max

It’s like a history lesson... This is the 2016 COMMENCAL range. Described by the boss himself, Max! What have we built, why and what’s new? Take some time out whilst he explains the lot.

From Andorra to Taiwan and back, we present our entire 2016 world, the new SUPREME DH V4, the META family, the Purple Series and RIDE ALPHA components. Everything in moving pictures, it’s much more interesting that way.

As we’ve said before, Listen to Max!