Evil Following LS Shimano XT Mechanical I9 Hydra 2023
2023 Mountain
Estimate price |
8,724$
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 130mm -
Travel Rear 121mm -
Fork RockShox Pike Ultimate
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Groupset XT -
Suspension Full -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Following 121mm Travel, UD Carbon, Full Interna Cable Routing, SB+ 157, Integrated Chain Guide Threaded BB
Suspension Fork
Rockshox Pike Ultimate Charger 2 RC2, Debonair 130mm Travel, 51mm Offset
Rear Shock
Rockshox Deluxe Ultimate RCT Debonair, Trunnion 165x45, 0L1 LNLC 38TS C1
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XT RD-M8100
Shift Levers
Shimano XT SL-M8100-R, I-Spec
Cassette
Shimano XT CS-M8100-12, 10-51T
Crank
Shimano Deore XT FC-M8130-1
Bottom Bracket
Shimano XT MT800
Chain
Shimano XT CN-M8100, 118 Links
Wheels
Rims
Industry Nine Enduro S Hydra Internal Width: 30.5mm, Hub: 110x15mm
Tires
Maxxis Minion DHF EXO TR, 29x2.5
Brakes
Brakes
Mechanical Disc
Cockpit
Stem
Evil 12 Gauge, Clamp: 35mm, Length: 45mm
Handlebar
Evil Boomstick 7075 Alloy, Backsweep: 8°, Upsweep: 5° Clamp: 35mm, Rise: 35mm, Width: 810mm
Grips
Evil Palmela Handerson lock-on
Headset
Cane Creek 40 Series ZS Integrated Tapered Headset - Cups: ZS44/28.6 (Upper) and ZS62/40(Lower), Bearing: 36° x 45° - 41mm (Upper) and 36° x 45° - 52mm (Lower) ZN40 Zinc Coated, Crown Race: 28.6mm x 36° Integrated (Upper) and 40mm x 36° Press Fit (Lower)
Seat
Saddle
WTB Volt Pro
Seatpost
Bike Yoke Revive, S:125mm, M: 160mm, L:185m XL: 213mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM Low | SM Low | MD Low | MD Low | LG Low | LG Low | XL Low | XL Low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.332 mm | 1.343 mm | 1.313 mm | 1.324 mm | 1.258 mm | 1.268 mm | 1.228 mm | 1.237 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 337 mm | 330 mm | 337 mm | 330 mm | 337 mm | 330 mm | 337 mm | 330 mm |
| Front Center | 728 mm | mm | 755 mm | mm | 775 mm | mm | 799 mm | mm |
| Rake | 49 mm | mm | 48 mm | mm | 48 mm | mm | 48 mm | mm |
| Trail | 100 mm | 104 mm | 100 mm | 104 mm | 100 mm | 104 mm | 100 mm | 104 mm |
| Stack | 586 mm | 583 mm | 604 mm | 601 mm | 604 mm | 601 mm | 614 mm | 611 mm |
| Reach | 440 mm | 434 mm | 460 mm | 454 mm | 480 mm | 474 mm | 500 mm | 494 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 584 mm | 586 mm | 611 mm | 613 mm | 631 mm | 633 mm | 652 mm | 654 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 76 ° | 75.5 ° | 76 ° | 75.5 ° | 76 ° | 75.5 ° | 76 ° | 75.5 ° |
| Head Tube Angle | 66.9 ° | 66.4 ° | 66.9 ° | 66.4 ° | 66.9 ° | 66.4 ° | 66.9 ° | 66.4 ° |
| Chainstay Length | 430 mm | 432 mm | 430 mm | 432 mm | 430 mm | 432 mm | 430 mm | 432 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1156 mm | mm | 1183 mm | mm | 1203 mm | mm | 1227 mm | mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 36 mm | 44 mm | 36 mm | 44 mm | 36 mm | 44 mm | 36 mm | 44 mm |
| Standover Height | 652 mm | 646 mm | 666 mm | 660 mm | 677 mm | 671 mm | 690 mm | 684 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
About this model
Following LS Shimano XT Mechanical I9 Hydra belongs to the Evil Following model. Evil released 40 bikes variations of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Evil Following bikes models from 2023, here.
Model range prices
Evil Following – LS SRAM GX MECHANICAL i9 HYDRA 2023 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 6999$. On the other hand, Evil Following – SID XX 2023, is the most expensive and costs 10999$.
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.
Average price for Trail bikes
If you want to purchase a solid Trail bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 2762$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Trail bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
This bike was released in 2023 and its price was 7962$. In conclusion, this bike price is 188.27% higher than the price of the average Trail bike.
Internal Cable Routing
Moreover, this bike comes with internal cable routing allowing you to keep the cables in a good condition. It also makes it look more professional.
Overview of components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the RockShox Pike Ultimate model. The travel on this model is 130mm. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. In conclusion, always look for a fork with decent travel when you buy a bike.
Rear Shock
The Following LS Shimano XT Mechanical I9 Hydra has a rear shock with a travel of 121mm. The model Rockshox Deluxe Ultimate RCT Debonair is the one installed in this bike. Rear shocks offer better comfort, better traction, and better cornering. This allows for quicker riding on rough roads and trails. To sum up, always consider getting a bike that has a rear shock as well.
Wheels size
When it comes to wheels, the Following LS Shimano XT Mechanical I9 Hydra bike is equipped with the 29″ aluminum model. With 29″ wheels, bumps will feel lighter and you’ll gain more speed on descends, compared to smaller wheel-sized bikes. However, if you’re not a tall person, you might find it difficult to adapt to this wheel size.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The Following LS Shimano XT Mechanical I9 Hydra has Mechanical Disc brakes. They deliver good performance and cost less than hydraulic disk brakes. However, they don’t have the stopping power of hydraulic brakes.
Dropper post
The Evil model is also equipped with a dropper post. Therefore, climbing or descending will be a breeze.