BH Bikes LYNX RACE 8.0

The "LYNX RACE 8.0" model from BH Bikes, released in 2023, is a versatile mountain bike that impresses with its high-quality components and well-thought-out design. The bike’s frame is made of carbon, which not only ensures a low weight of 12 kg but also provides high stability and stiffness. The maximum load capacity is 165 kg, which underlines its robust construction and high load-bearing capacity.

The bike is fitted with Shimano M6000 brakes, which, with 180 mm discs, ensure reliable braking performance. The derailleur and shift levers are also from Shimano, specifically from the XT 8100 series with 12 speeds. This enables precise and rapid gear changes, which are an advantage on challenging terrain.

The Fox 34SC Factory Push to Lock Kabolt fork offers 100 mm of travel and contributes to excellent damping. The Fox DPS Evol Performance shock, measuring 190x40 mm, further enhances this performance and ensures balanced handling. Both components are designed to offer optimum comfort and control, even on uneven terrain.

The bottom bracket and crankset are also from Shimano; the XT 8100 crankset features a 34-tooth chainring combination and a 175 mm length. The drivetrain is completed by the Shimano XT series, ensuring durable and efficient power transfer.

The LYNX RACE 8.0’s handlebars are BH SL Top Flat, with a width of 780 mm and a rise of 10 mm, enabling comfortable and controlled steering. The grips are BH Control Grips, which provide a secure grip. The stem is a BH FIT model, 60 mm long with a diameter of 31.8 mm and a -6-degree angle.

The steering system is complemented by an Acros ICR FIT 36/45 headset with Block Lock 160. The rims are Race Face Aeffect TLR models, 27 mm wide with 32 spoke holes. The tyres are Maxxis Ardent EXO 2.25 at the front and Maxxis Ikon EXO 2.25 at the rear, which provide good grip and low rolling resistance. The hubs are from the Shimano MT400/410 series.

The saddle is a Prologo Scratch M5 model, mounted on a BH SL seatpost with a diameter of 31.6 mm and a length of 420 mm. The bike is also FIT-compatible, offering additional customisation options.

The bike’s geometry comprises a reach of 456 mm, a stack of 595 mm, a seat tube length of 480 mm and a top tube length of 605 mm. The head tube angle is 68 degrees, the seat tube angle 76 degrees, the head tube length 110 mm and the chainstay length 430 mm. The bottom bracket height is 330 mm.

Priced at EUR 4,899, the LYNX RACE 8.0 offers excellent value for money for ambitious mountain bikers who prioritise quality and performance.