Cotic FlareMAX4 Downcountry / Platinum XTR eeWING 2023
Bike details
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Steel
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Wheels 29"
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Travel Front 120mm
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Travel Rear 125mm
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Fork RockShox SID Ultimate
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Groupset XTR, Cane Creek
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Suspension Full
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Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Recommended size guide.
SM
160cm - 171cm
MD
168cm - 180cm
LG
178cm - 188cm
XL
186cm - 195cm
Parts list
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Suspension Fork
Rock Shox SID Ultimate 120mm Blue
Rear Shock
Rock Shox Deluxe Select Plus 210x50
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
XTR M9100 1x12 Drivetrain
Cassette
Garbaruk 12spd 10-52 Cassette
Crank
Cane Creek eeWings ti chainset 170mm + Garbaruk Shimano Chainring
Bottom Bracket
RaceFace 30mm BB
Wheels
Rims
Hope Fortus30 Single Cavity 29 Microspline (black Pro5 hubs)
Tires
Wolfpack Trail/Cross 29x2.4 tyres
Brakes
Brakes
Hope standard (non-floating) rotors 203/180 6bolt
Cockpit
Stem
Hope Gravity 35mm Stem 31.8mm Clamp (black)
Handlebar
Hope Carbon Bar 800 x 20mm Rise 31.8 Clamp
Headset
Hope 2H for tapered steerer (black)
Seat
Seatpost
BikeYoke Devine Seatpost 160mm drop
Fit data
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
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| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.36 mm | 1.31 mm | 1.27 mm | 1.23 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 340 mm | 340 mm | 340 mm | 340 mm |
| Front Center | 751 mm | 779 mm | 805 mm | 834 mm |
| Rake | 47 mm | 48 mm | 47 mm | 47 mm |
| Trail | 115 mm | 114 mm | 115 mm | 115 mm |
| Stack | 614 mm | 620 mm | 632 mm | 641 mm |
| Reach | 451 mm | 475 mm | 497 mm | 522 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 600 mm | 626 mm | 651 mm | 679 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 76 ° | 76 ° | 76 ° | 76 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 390 mm | 425 mm | 460 mm | 495 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 66 ° | 66 ° | 66 ° | 66 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm | 130 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 455 mm | 455 mm | 455 mm | 455 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1204 mm | 1232 mm | 1258 mm | 1287 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 34 mm | 34 mm | 34 mm | 34 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 160 cm | 168 cm | 178 cm | 186 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 171 cm | 180 cm | 188 cm | 195 cm |
Model Overview
FlareMAX4 Downcountry / Platinum XTR eeWING completes the Cotic Flaremax4 model. Cotic launched 14 bikes of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all Cotic Flaremax4 bikes models from 2023, by clicking here.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Cotic FlareMAX4 Downcountry / Silver SLX 2023 has a starting price of 3709$. Cotic FlareMAX4 Trail / Platinum XTR eeWing 2023 on the other hand is the most expensive at 8088$.
Safety
Take safety seriously when you ride your bike, and always wear your helmet. Moreover, don’t ride on the sidewalk. This is actually against the law in some states and can be dangerous for both you and pedestrians.
Trail bikes average price
If you want to purchase a solid Trail bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 2762$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Trail bike. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
When Cotic released this model in 2023, its price was 7723$. Comparing this to the average Trail bike price, we see that the price is 179.62% more expensive.
Overview of components
Fork
This bike has the RockShox SID Ultimate fork installed. The fork’s travel is 120mm. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. To sum it all, when buying a bike, ensure that you look for a fork capable of decent travel.
Rear Shock
From the factory, it comes with the Rock Shox Deluxe Select Plus 210×50 rear shock model, which has a travel of 125mm. Rear shocks give you increased comfort, control, and traction, which is important when cornering or braking. This allows you to ride faster on bumpy roads. In short, a full-suspension bike will give you the smoothest ride possible.
Wheels size
The wheels on FlareMAX4 Downcountry / Platinum XTR eeWING are the 29″ aluminum type. With 29″ wheels, bumps will feel lighter and you’ll gain more speed on descends, compared to smaller wheel-sized bikes. However, the 29″ wheels will add a little more weight to the bike itself.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Cotic FlareMAX4 Downcountry / Platinum XTR eeWING has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.
Sizes
Cotic FlareMAX4 Downcountry / Platinum XTR eeWING bike has 4 sizes, in the range of 160 cm – 195 cm (5.25 ft – 6.4 ft). In conclusion, finding one for you shouldn’t be a problem.
Dropper post
Cotic FlareMAX4 Downcountry / Platinum XTR eeWING includes a dropper post. A dropper post is a must-have these days if you’re riding anything remotely technical. The main benefit of a dropper post is increased safety while riding. As mentioned above, the lever system allows you to quickly move the saddle out of the way when approaching descents or trail obstacles.
