Cable routing is all internal, and love it or hate it the BB is a press-fit design. Contact points come from Commencal’s Ride Alpha division. Forum Rules It’s only built for big hitters. A heavy bike is a heavy bike to ride up the hill. Meta BBCOR Bat Review 2021-2020 One of the hottest BBCOR baseball bats on the market right now is the 2020 Louisville Slugger Meta BBCOR . “That bike came out barely two… My first ever downhill on the 2021 Meta AM, on a bike I had never ridden before with suspension not quite set up how I like it was a full 5 seconds faster than my fastest time on the old bike! The 2021 Meta is a pure thoroughbred, designed to go downhill at warp speed, to smash the most technical EWS stages on the planet, no wonder my local trails feel tame on this beast! It was also the test bed for a lot of new kit including forks and shocks. However, the result could have been very different as a second test on a different location has shown. Classifieds Rules Review: 2021 Commencal Meta TR 29 - T is for Turbo. Specs, reviews & prices for the 2021 Commencal META TR 29 ESSENTIAL GUN METAL. Get that old bike to speed and you feel like you’re going fast. A lot more mtbs, our findings and the trends for the upcoming saison can be found in our introduction of the fastest enduro race bike on test. In our introduction of the fastest enduro race bike on test you can’t just find our most interesting findings and our overall conclusion, but a good view on all bikes tested. It’s still not the fastest uphill, but any time you lose on the way up you’ll make up, and then some, on the way back down. So I don’t prefer one or the other, I enjoy the benefit of both depending on where I ride. A week ago today, Commencal released the 2021 Meta TR 29. The 2021 Commencal Meta AM 29 is a proven speed demon, with sorted geo for reduced fatigue and impressive climbing. “Magical goat” 😀 – you should copyright that. Like the older Meta AM the rear shock is fitted with a lockout lever, and like the older bike I’ve never felt the need to use it. The only thing it lacks, we think, is a smaller 30-inch size. A 460mm seat tube on an XL? Where the 2021 Commencal Meta AM excels is in the fast rough and rocky stuff. That’s not really saying anything, would be interesting to have more detail on what/how. Louisville Slugger changed the makeup of the 2021 META because the 2020 META turned out to be too good to be true. Here's a link to the data from our hitting: https://ift.tt/3mkSC1y The META PWR is one of the heaviest swinging BBCOR bats on the planet. Technical climbing is where the 2021 Meta AM surprised me, not that it turns in to a magical goat and sprints off by itself, but that you can clear technical climbs more easily than the 170mm travel, 495mm reach might suggest. I hit the first trail just as I had the previous day, and as soon as I entered the track it all felt different but also familiar. The 2021 Slugger META in BBCOR is for big hitters who like as much stiffness as possible in their BBCOR bat won't appreciate the Meta. My XXL Hightower’s 510mm seat tube is only just long enough for me when combined with a 175mm dropper post. We determined the reason for this relatively quickly: even our 187 cm tall test riders found the handling on our technical racing stage too unbalanced. Reviews, ratings, specifications, weight, price and more for the 2021 Commencal Meta HT AM Ride Bike The proportions are certainly generous, and given the new long reaches, we would be more cautious of sizing up if caught between sizes. Straight Line MTB on YouTube, and as always we are a happy to answer any questions here, on the channel, Instagram, or through our website. The steep seat angle, updated suspension kinematic and sticky Schwalbe tyres are quite the trio and result in bags of uphill traction and forward momentum. @chrismac nope, the weight is fine. That’s 10 millimeters more than the previous version, plus the option to travel up to 160 in front. That really does look like a well sorted bike. Contact Us 2021 Meta Bat Review & Release Date ***We will continue to update this page as we learn more information about the 2021 Louisville Slugger Meta. The fact is that the size L META AM we received from COMMENCAL for testing was the slowest bike for all riders on the day of the test. He has been with ENDURO almost from the start and as editor-in-chief, he's responsible for making ENDURO the most progressive and exciting magazine in the industry. It’s a linkage-driven single-pivot suspension design. It’s a single pivot bike with a linkage so it shouldn’t be too difficult to give this some basis? Be sure to check back as we get closer to the release of Louisville Slugger's most anticipated bat. SRAM also get in on the stopping with a pair of CODE RSC 4 piston brakes grabbing on to a pair of 200mm rotors. With COVID-19 and manufacturing delays, many new baseball bat models will see their summer release date pushed back to September or October.. @brakestoomuch thanks mate, glad you enjoyed it, @andi. If you like what we do - if you like our independence then the best way to support us is by joining us. As we relayed the news on social media, both spawned comments asking for news of the Meta AM 29. “Get real, everyone.” I told myself. This Team spec build is a sensible mix of SRAM components. It is a lot of bike and on some trails you might feel the AM is a little too much bike, in this case the Meta TR might be a good bet, but for me I’ve fallen for the all out speed of this bike and will probably not hand it back for some time to come. Downsizing isn’t just popular in the automobile industry. That’s all I need. Is that not enough for its weight to be in the cons list? If what you’re after is all-out EWS dominating performance and you have the trails for it get one! First of all the geometry has been totally transformed, Commencal hasn’t gone for a nip here and a tuck there but a full-on transformation. It’s hardly a slouch though, and as long as you’re feeling fit, you’ll be surprised by your ascent even with that weight and those sticky compound tyres. In this review, we will be looking at the characteristics of this three-piece design composite bat that has garnered it such a pristine reputation. A heavy bike can feel lively as this does. Metacritic Game Reviews, Football Manager 2021 for PC, The manager is the beating heart of every football club. The geometry of the new COMMENCAL META AM is radical even on paper. Remember to bookmark us to read our in-depth 2021 BBCOR bat reviews as we wrap up 2020. The only annoying thing on both bikes is the wide rear end, with inevitable heel rub on the chainstays, and the rocker link that presses into your calves depending on your riding style. Sad but true: the COMMENCAL META AM 29 2021 ended up last in our race bike group test. Rounding off the package is a Schwalbe tire upgrade consisting of a Magic Mary up front and a Big Betty on the rear, both with the Super Gravity casing. Upfront, the head angle is a slack 63.6-degrees which combined with the seat tube angle gives us an effective top tube of 626mm, which isn’t actually all that long. In size L, the META AM shows its strengths primarily on open, high-speed tracks, as confirmed by another test of the bike in the Innsbruck bike park in Austria. Reach is increased across the S-XL frame size range, now stretched to 440 mm in small, 465 mm in medium, 490 mm in large and 515 mm in XL. The 780mm alloy bar is one of my favourites. What I’m saying is the weight is perfectly fine for the type of bike that it is and the trails that it is designed for. Yes, the frame is still a press-fit BB design, but the last Meta was too and I didn’t suffer any issues with it and haven’t with this DUB unit so far either. Tons of grip for climbing and excellent braking properties too. The 2021 META TR 29 is undeniably a long trail bike. However, it’s not a bat for everyone. Luckily, that’s exactly what Christoph did. Sep 21, 2020 . Grips are Ride Alpha lock on, while at the other end we have a super comfortable Fabric Scoop Flat Elite saddle. Rarely do we ever outright say a bat sucks… but the 2021 META BBCOR simply does not perform well. Huge selection of mountain bikes from brands such as Trek, Specialized, Giant, Santa Cruz, Norco and more. Invisiframe or similar is your friend. For the cockpit and the wheels of our test bike, COMMENCAL chose to spec aluminium components. So how about the 2021 Meta? The drivetrain is workhorse SRAM GX Eagle with the updated 520% range rear cassette and new and improved alloy chainset measuring in at 170mm. Digital & free: our introduction of the fastest enduro race bike on test. As an AC, we trust you to make a reasonable recommendation based on reasonable bases and to clearly and thoroughly convey this recommendation and reasoning behind it to the authors. This large bike with a reach of 495mm has a seat tube length of only 440mm, around 20+mm less than the older bike. Every penny of your membership goes back into Singletrack to pay the bills and the wages of the people who work here. Thanks to the short seat tubes (440 mm in size L) you’re able to fit a long travel dropper post. In fact, the only features that this 2021 bike shares with the previous version are the 29in wheels and the amount of travel, 170mm on the front and 160mm on the rear. If you find yourself choosing between two sizes, we wholeheartedly recommend sizing down. Fork offset has been reduced to 42-44mm, but the bike still comes equipped with a 40mm stem as standard. At the same time, the frameset is now stiffer than before, the seat tube diameter has increased to 34.9mm, and the rear brake is no longer located inboard to reduce the width of the backend. 8 min read. My 2021 Meta AM Team should be here Wednesday 8/26. The Singletrackworld.com Mountain Bike Quiz of 2020, Top 10 Singletrack Podcast episodes of 2020, Christmas Countpast Giveaway Day 32 – Leatt MTB 1.0 Helmet. Compare forks, shocks, wheels and other components on current and past MTB’s. The 2021 Louisville Slugger Meta PWR (-3) BBCOR is designed for stronger and more advanced hitters who are ready to get unmatched feel technology to the next level of the games. Full reviews will include the intriguing 2021 DeMarini “The Goods” and the 2021 Louisville Slugger Meta PWR.Stay tuned! We've got the top-end Signature model on for review to see how it stacks up against the big names. Ethereum. Specs, reviews & prices for the 2021 Commencal META AM 29 ESSENTIAL GUN METAL. Surprisingly good, if slow, on the climb. Compare forks, shocks, wheels and other components on current and past MTB’s. I’ll always be at the very upper limits of bike sizing, but this bike is clearly for the sub-six footers even in its biggest size. If you do lift the bike by the saddle the dropper will move, I’ve done this a few times as I keep forgetting and it doesn’t appear to have caused any issues yet. Premier Club That’s not as short as some models, but too short a seat tube can make sizing for taller riders tricky. The 495 mm reach of the size large is long while the chainstay length is the exact opposite at just 433 mm! It now sits at 78.5-degrees, this is to get your weight and hips into a better climbing position. Login/cookie issues? Straight Line MTB on YouTube, and as always we are a happy to answer any questions here, on the channel, Instagram, or through our website. Dropper duty is handled by a cable operated KS Lev Integra post with 175mm of drop on this large bike. He loves biking and the tech talk surrounding it (to the detriment of his girlfriend Toni), photography and travelling the world. The RAAW Madonna and the COMMENCAL META AM were the two longest bikes on test in Canazei. More like the Meta AM 29 than the Meta HT AM. The 2021 Louisville Slugger META in BBCOR is a near-perfect bat. The previous bike was about as tall as it was long (in reach) which wasn’t a major issue but hardly ideal. The 2021 Commencal Meta AM 29 is a proven speed demon, with sorted geo and kinematics for reduced fatigue and impressive climbing. View and share reviews, comments and questions on mountain bikes. crankbrothers BOA shoes! 2021 sees Commencal redesign its Meta AM 29 with changes to geometry and kinematics. Read the new issue of ENDURO Mountainbike Magazine now. It’s more direct, you can ride it more actively and it carries more speed out of the corners. Our hitters liked the big barrel, end load, and fantastic feel of the 2021 Louisville Slugger META PWR. The COMMENCAL was slow, especially in sections where you have to carry your speed out of corners. The question is, how does swing weight affect exit speeds. Some manufacturers might have thought that the complete redesign of the look and geometry of a new bike would be enough, but Commencal has reworked the suspension kinematics of the 2021 Meta AM. The first time you ride a 2021 Meta you might not necessarily feel like you’re hauling quite as fast as you actually are, but believe me, you’ll be smashing your KOM’s left and right and feeling as fresh as a daisy at the end ready for another spin up. Full Reviews of 2021 Meta PWR (-3) BBCOR Baseball Bat. With a 2-degree increase in the seat tube angle, the new Meta TR 29 sits you at 78.6 degrees. He doesn't have a classic 9 to 5 routine – sometimes he's in the office, sometimes he'll take his laptop to sit in the garden and sometimes you'll even find him working remotely from his van parked at one the best riding spots in the world. With the META AM, we also recommend going for the smaller size if you’re on the fence! Otherwise, the balance, barrel size, feel and performance are all on point. Updated for their 2021 lineup, the Meta TR is longer, has a slacker head tube angle, steeper seat tube angle, and lower, 34.9 mm internal-diameter seat tube for compatibility with longer dropper posts. Link Removal Read on for a closer look. Copyright © 2021 ENDURO Mountainbike Magazine. The best mountain bike fork 2021 – 9 suspension forks in review, MRP Ribbon Coil review – Spring inside, springy feel, Marzocchi Bomber Z1 Coil review – A wolf in sheep’s clothing, DVO ONYX SC D1 review – A tuner’s favourite, Manitou Mezzer PRO review – Taking full control, excels on high-speed tracks and steep terrain. No shareholders to pay, just the people who create the content you love to read and watch. The 2021 Commencal Meta AM 29 is faster and better than the previous version. My 2021 Meta AM Team should be here Wednesday 8/26. We took the 2021 Louisville Slugger META PWR and META in head to head exit speeds. View all 8 consumer vehicle reviews for the 2021 Toyota Highlander on Edmunds, or submit your own review of the 2021 Highlander. At 178cm the sizing for me feels great, I’m sure taller riders will let us know in the comments section if the changes work for them. Last updated on December 25th, 2020 by Syed Balkhi. Fair enough. With its polished silver paintwork, low-slung top tube and complete FOX Factory suspension, the COMMENCAL META looks damn fast. While it might sound odd, it did take a little getting used to this new feeling. Huge selection of mountain bikes from brands such as Trek, Specialized, Giant, Santa Cruz, Norco and more. At the same time, the size M bike with its plush suspension is still composed and doesn’t get nervous in fast sections. The 40mm Alpha stem is also the same as the previous Meta. The old bike was never ‘harsh’ but get it up to speed in a rough track and it is more tiring and less planted than the new bike. Up front, you’ve got a FOX 38 GRIP2 fork and an X2 shock at the rear. 2021 META TR 29 Geometry The 2021 Commencal META TR 29 has a BB drop of 33 mm. This is a full-on EWS weapon! Privacy Louisville Slugger got caught and had to make drastic changes to the 2021 META that ultimately make the 2021 META a total dud. Should be up in a couple weeks. The 2021 META AM 29 is a 160 mm travel all-mountain/enduro bike with a 170 mm fork and a suspension layout almost identical to that of the new META TR. The following day I rode on the new Meta. Nice review @andi – love the enthusiasm. The smooth action of the dropper remained throughout testing, but it’s one of those posts that doesn’t like to be lifted by the saddle. It corners well too, it’s longer than a lot of other bikes out there so you do need to physically throw it around corners, if not then you will lose speed but time it right and the Meta will reward you with bags of grip and speed. The latest Zeb up front with 170mm of travel and a Rockshox Super Deluxe Ultimate for the rear. I rode that bike to the point that I felt fatigued and I may have pushed myself a little too hard, but I felt fast and the time proved it. So if it weighed 3lb less which is perfectly achievable it would be a worse bike? We compared both bats on 180 hits from two different hitters. I really do love a Magic Mary and the that Big Betty out back is amazing. Then, this past Thursday, we got news of the Meta HT AM 29. The alpine trails around his hometown serve as the perfect testing grounds. Well, one Monday I had taken the older Meta out and put down my fastest local time. Metacritic Game Reviews, Football Manager 2021 for Xbox One, Football Manager 2021 Xbox Edition brings the depth, detail, and drama of the … The 2021 Commencal Meta AM 29 gets updated geometry, tweaked suspension kinematics and other upgrades that build on the performance of the original bike. Fresh Goods Friday 530 – Well Hello 2021! I will never be able to ride the new Meta AM to its limit. The META AM is built for high-speed trails and impressed us with its extremely composed handling! I hope from reading this far you have come to the same conclusion that I have. Commensal says that the 160mm of rear-wheel travel has been designed to be more dynamic and to reduce fatigue on long EWS stages.”. In a direct comparison, the RAAW is much more composed and balanced, without being more cumbersome. Yoast SEO Review 2021: Is It the Best WordPress SEO Plugin? Ill be doing a first ride review/impressions video as well as a long term review on our YT channel. In our introduction of the fastest enduro race bike on test you can’t just find our most interesting findings and our overall conclusion, but a good view on all bikes tested. The large model with its long front triangle and super short rear end requires an extremely active riding style. One question – you’d been riding the old Meta for 18 months, could the harshness of the ride be due to worn bearings, and a fork and shock that needed a service? By Esat Dedezade. When work doesn't feel like work, then you've probably done everything right. I still manage to rub my heels on the stays of the bike even with the new brake positioning. For comparison, COMMENCAL sent us a META AM in size M. It’s handling is much more balanced and good-natured. might be up your street, @andi. Though the new frame is clearly a Commencal, a lot of changes have been made to the 2021 Commencal Meta AM 29 to improve upon the original design. 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