Lapierre ZESTY AM CF 9.9

The 2021 "ZESTY AM CF 9.9" model from Lapierre is a high-quality mountain bike designed specifically for challenging trails and adventures. The bike’s frame is made from ZESTY AM FULL CARBON ULTIMATE with 150 mm of travel for 29-inch tyres. This frame is fitted with a PressFit bottom bracket, Boost standard and thru-axle, ensuring optimum stiffness and efficiency.

For braking power, the bike is fitted with SHIMANO XT brakes (model B LM 8100/BR8120), which feature four pistons to ensure reliable and powerful deceleration. Gear changes are handled by the SHIMANO Deore XT 12-speed system, which enables precise gear changes. At the front of the bike is a FOX 36 FACTORY KASHIMA fork, which offers 140 mm of travel on 29-inch wheels and ensures a smooth ride. The rear shock is a FOX DPX2 FACTORY KASHIMA TRUNNION measuring 205*57.5, which provides excellent damping on uneven terrain.

The bike is fitted with NW 91K pedals, whilst the bottom bracket is a SHIMANO BBMT800 Pressfit. The crankset consists of SHIMANO Deore XT (8120) components and offers different crank arm lengths depending on frame size (165 mm for S, 170 mm for M and 175 mm for L and XL) with a 32-tooth chainring. The cassette is a Shimano Deore 12-speed with a range of 10 to 51 teeth, offering a wide variety of gear ratios. The drivetrain is completed by the SHIMANO Deore 12-speed chain (CN M6100).

The handlebars are made from LAPIERRE 6061DB and have a diameter of 31.8 mm. The width varies depending on the frame size: 760 mm with a 15 mm rise for S and M, and 780 mm with a 30 mm rise for L and XL. The grips are LAPIERRE ‘FIT’ grips, available in two sizes to ensure optimum comfort. The stem is a LAPIERRE FULL CNC ALLOY, with different lengths depending on the frame size (40 mm for S, 45 mm for M and 50 mm for L/XL).

The headset is an FSA ORBIT ZERO STACK, which ensures precise steering. The tyres are LAPIERRE AM CARBON, measuring 29x30c and featuring a Microspline Driver, which offer excellent grip on challenging trails. The saddle is the LAPIERRE CRMO by Velo model, designed for comfort on long rides. The seatpost is a JD DROPPER “RAD Travel Adjust”, which offers different adjustment ranges depending on frame size (125 mm for S, 150 mm for M and 170 mm for L and XL).

Overall, the ZESTY AM CF 9.9 from Lapierre is a high-performance and well-equipped mountain bike, suitable for both experienced riders and ambitious beginners who demand a lot from their kit.