Is YT Capra a good bike?
The YT Capra has quickly solidified its position in the enduro landscape. It’s not really a race bike – instead it’s a good-times machine. As a brand, YT are ruthless in the pursuit of their disruptive attitude and nothing embodies that “Live uncaged” motto more than the Capra.
Is the YT Capra playful?
The geometry of the size L CAPRA is a little more agile but the suspension of the Nukeproof is more supportive. Ultimately, neither of them are very playful.
What type of bike is a YT Capra?
It’s a well balanced bike, although I’d be very curious to try the 5mm longer rear end of the XL or XXL sizes, even if on the 467mm reach size large. The Capra isn’t a bike that lets you just plow. It feels quite taut, and whether that’s a good or a bad thing probably depends what you’re riding it on.
Is yt a good MTB brand?
Our review YT is a German direct-sale brand with a strong presence in the more extreme end of mountain biking, so it’s no surprise that its 150mm Jeffsy trail bike is a dab hand when it comes to going flat-out on descents. I tested the 29er Jeffsy, but 650b options are available too.
How much does a YT Capra weight?
YT Capra Shred climbing performance At 15.6kg, the Capra Shred is a fairly average weight compared to its closest competitors. Despite that, it can feel harder work uphill, especially on steeper climbs.
Can you mullet a YT Capra?
All good things come in threes! For 2021, the YT Industries Capra MK3 has been redesigned from the ground and is now available in two wheel size configurations, with either 29″ wheels or a mullet setup.
What does YT mean in MTB?
YT Industries is a German-based bike brand. Started in 2007 by Markus Flossmann, the company sells bikes direct to consumers. The company’s mantra is Young Talent, forming the YT acronym.
What’s new on the YT Capra?
The YT Capra made waves when it was first launched back in 2014, a brute of a bike that hit the mark when it came to balancing value and performance. Four years later, YT debuted the next iteration, giving the new Capra more travel, updated geometry, and increased standover clearance.
Is the Capra Mk3 good on hills?
Downhill, the Capra MK3 conveys huge amounts of confidence and ploughs its way through nasty rock gardens, always maintaining its composure. On very steep descents, the mullet version with smaller rear wheel has a lower center of gravity and thus inspires more confidence than the 29” version.
How much does a 29 inch Capra cost?
A 29” version was also added into the mix, with either 160 or 170mm of travel depending on the model. There are now a total of four 29” Capra models, with prices ranging from $5,199 for the CF Pro Race that’s reviewed here, down to $2,499 for the aluminum-framed Capra 29 AL.
What’s the difference between the Capra and the original?
The Capra didn’t undergo a drastic revision as far as looks go, but the frame does have a cleaner, sleeker aesthetic than the original. The standover height has been lowered, and the brace that used to extend from the seat tube to the top tube is nowhere to be seen.