The Perfect XC Marathon bike?! | Episode 4

Whaka100 on the 27th October is fast approaching!! Time to show you my bike for this XC mtb marathon race! In this episode we look at my training set up - I take you through why I chose this build, the changes I've made and how I'll get it race ready!

It's been a busy few weeks getting my life back up and running here in NZ so thanks for the patience on this video! We'll be back with more next week!

[thealliest]

“This is literally my baby.” My XC bike is ride wrapped too for that same reason. I just smile when I look at it. Take care of your baby. It’s a beauty.

[pm]

Great Video Katie. Always fascinating to see how folk set up. I swapped out carbon bar for aluminum and put Ergon GP5 grips on my epic. I know it sounds counterintuitive, but been completely transformational. More positions, more comfort, game changer.

[stefanstangl]

This scenery 😍
Edit: The ending was pretty wild as well😂

[richiecaudwell]

Nice one KW, will be nice to have you back in Rotorua, trails are running sweet.

[DontWorryImAPilot]

Stoked on the bike and on you making it through without getting sick. That’s a big deal!

I’m looking forward to the peak week video!

[koosb]

Nice ride! Looks like a weapon for sure!

[voodoophantomopera]

New to your channel and I'm super stoked for your race October 27th!!! I switched from SPD to Eggbeaters and love them.

[karls]

Haha exact same bike I've been waiting for 4-5 mths, hopefully here in time for Whaka 100!

[emusp]

The new bike looks really sick! Congrats!

[AppleJack]

I ran SPD's for decades. Switched to Eggbeaters. Not going back.

[markb]

And it’s red, instantly faster……good luck.