- |Description|
It's been two years since the opening of our offices in the promised land of British Columbia, Canada! This dream riding destination is legendary in the world of mountain biking. So, how can we describe this special place? Lumberjacks, plaid shirts, mist, expansive forests, a real community of riders, brown bears, cougars… Those of you who've already set foot on BC soil will know that there is a very special atmosphere in these wild landscapes.
Today we’re happy to introduce our META AM V4.2 that showcase this unique design, representing our vision of the BC spirit.
The matte black and khaki two-tone colour-way is reminiscent of the areas large forests, the Haida orange details represent an appreciation of BC history and of course we have iconic brands such as RockShox, SRAM & Chromag to finish things off properly. Here’s the result and we hope you like it!
- |Specs|
| FRAME |
2018 META AM V4.2 650B Travel 160 mm |
| SHOCK |
ROCKSHOX SUPER DELUXE RCT, 230 x 60, open/lock, rebound
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| FORK |
ROCKSHOX LYRIK RC 170 mm, Solo air, Boost 110 x 15
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| HEADSET |
RIDE ALPHA ZS44 / ZS56
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| STEM |
CHROMAG HIFI V2, 40 mm length, Ø31.8 mm, black
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| BAR |
CHROMAG FUBAR OSX, double butted, 25 mm rise, 780 mm, Ø31.8 mm, black
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| GRIPS |
CHROMAG SQUAREWAVE, Black
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| BRAKES |
SRAM GUIDE RE, 200 mm / 180 mm |
| SHIFTERS |
SRAM GX EAGLE 1 x 12 speed |
| FRONT / REAR MECH |
– / SRAM GX EAGLE 1 x 12 speed |
| BOTTOM BRACKET |
SRAM GXP Press Fit BB92 |
| CRANKSET |
SRAM DESCENDANT EAGLE 7K X-Sync, 34T, boost 170 mm on S/M, 175 mm on L/XL |
| CHAIN |
SRAM GX EAGLE 1 x 12 speed |
| CASSETTE |
SRAM XG 1275 EAGLE, 10–50T, 12 speed |
| WHEELSET |
SPANK OOZY 350 WHEELSET, 30 mm inner width, 32 holes, orange team logos
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| TYRES |
SCHWALBE MAGIC MARY 650 x 2.35, Addix Soft, SnakeSkin Front, SCHWALBE ROCK RAZOR 650 x 2.35, Addix SpeedGrip, SnakeSkin Rear
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| SEATPOST |
KS LEV INTEGRA, 31,6 mm, 125 mm travel on S/M and 150 mm on L/XL, southpaw alloy lever
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| SADDLE |
WTB VOLT RACE
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| WEIGHT |
14.2 kg |
| PEDALS INCLUDED |
No |
| ACCESSORIES |
Down tube protector, chainstay protector, seatstay protector, chainstay cable guide |
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- |Tech|
| BICYCLE TYPE |
Full Suspension Enduro |
| FRAME MATERIAL |
NEC + ULTRA SL (Aluminium 6066 Triple Butted) |
| FRAME WEIGHT |
3.2 kg |
| SHOCK TRAVEL |
160 mm |
| SHOCK LENGTH / STROKE |
Metric standard 230 x 60 mm |
| PIGGY BACK SHOCK COMPATIBLE |
Yes |
| SHOCK BUSHINGS |
20 x 10 mm / 15 x 10 mm |
| RECOMMENDED / MAX FORK HEIGHT |
552 mm / 562 mm |
| HEADSET DIMENSION |
Tapered 1 1/8" / 1 1/2" |
| HEADSET TYPE |
Semi-integrated ZS44 / ZS56 |
| MAXIMUM TYRE DIMENSION (ETRTO) |
57 mm |
| DISC BRAKE STANDARD |
Postmount |
| REAR ROTOR MAX SIZE |
203 mm |
| SEATPOST / SEAT CLAMP DIAMETER |
31.6 mm / 34.9 mm |
| BOTTOM BRACKET TYPE |
Press Fit BB92 |
| ISCG |
ISCG05 |
| FRONT DERAILLEUR TYPE |
No |
| REAR HUB COMPATIBILITY |
148 x 12 mm maxle standard boost |
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- |Geometry|
- |Sizes|
- |Photos|
- |Videos|
- |Tutorials|
- |Press|
"Speed, roots or rocks, steeps & jumps, nothing scares the COMMENCAL META AM V4.2. We also have big trust in its handlebar."
"The other great source of satisfaction is the reliability of this bike. We never had a mechanical problem during a single ride in one year, which in turn contributes to the confidence that we give to a bike which allows us to ride it without a second thought. We must stop believing that happiness is priceless, ours is worth 3300 €." |
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"It’s rowdy, capable, planted and stable to boot. It’s not a chore to pedal up the hills, and when you get to point it down, you'll be questioning the need for anything else." |
| – Read more on « imbikemag.com » |
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Climbing: 4 stars - Excellent
Descending: 4.5 stars - Outstanding
Fun Factor: 4 stars - Excellent
Value: 4.5 stars - Outstanding
Overall Impression: 4 stars - Excellent
"It's a dangerous and powerful desire that drives the Meta AM.
Skipping across holes that other bikes get sucked into, the bike gains pace where others lose it. The support in the shock is savage." |
| – Read more on "vital MTB" |
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"It made me feel like I was riding a downhill bike on most sections, having ridden it down the World Cup track in Andorra and it holding its own it really seems like you could take it down pretty much anything.""We love the durability of the aluminium frame, the visuals and of course the shape and feel of this bike."
"In short, everything you need to max out the potential of this superb great-value bike every time you’re lucky enough to launch it down the trails." |
| – Read more on "Dirt" |
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"From blue flow trails to the tech of the World Cup DH track, we’d have no qualms about bringing the 4.2 as our weapon of choice for a week of park shredding. Plenty of grip on offer, and plenty of travel in reserve for when things get hairy.""The lateral compliance that we know (and appreciate) on the V4 is still there on the V4.2, and it came in handy on all those rooty off cambers and turns that Andorra seems to be littered with."
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| – Read more on "VITALMTB" |
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"Commençal has done a good job improving the weak points of the V4 with the V4.2, a bicycle that seems to really be different, is able to do whatever you want and wherever you want."
"And keep in mind that you will not spend the savings of your lifetime if you decide to get your hands on one." |
| – Read more on "MTB Mag" |
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"How is this possible? How a bike, if aesthetically similar, and with the geometry so close to the old model, can be so innovative in use?!"
"The bike rises, the front wheel gets some air time. Despite uneven ground, the rear wheel swallows everything that happens on the course... not a rock felt, not a sound made!"
"But then, what does this bloody bigger shock mean? Practically, its more security, and a certain amount of extra freedom."
"Riding a steep slope is more comfortable. Especially when the need to keep control over the front axle is almost vital. Its easier to stay on the bike thanks to the low bottom bracket." |
| – Read more on "ENDURO Tribe" |
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- "The COMMENCAL is a predator: lithe, powerful, decisive, and very, very, fast."
- "The AM V4.2 sets up so quickly for a corner that it allows its rider to brake much later."
- "When it comes to jumping, the META AM V4.2 tops the chart."
- "Aluminum is COMMENCAL's material of choice, and the AM V4.2's entire chassis is beautifully welded together from an assortment of forged fittings and butted tubes - most of which have been curved, flattened or manipulated to serve a higher purpose." |
| – Read more on « PinkBike » |
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