Tout Terrain Unveils Catalina Bikepacking Hardtail
Recent mountain-bike coverage spans new bikes, setup versatility and component upgrades. Tout Terrain’s Catalina is a trail-oriented 29-inch hardtail that can also serve as a bikepacking rig, with frame-only and complete-bike options. Rocky Mountain’s Instinct C70 is a highly adjustable trail bike, offering multiple geometry settings and either 29-inch or mixed wheels, though its pedaling efficiency and press-fit bottom bracket were noted drawbacks. Santa Cruz’s Nomad 6 C GX AXS is aimed at steep, demanding terrain, pairing mixed wheels and 170mm of travel with premium suspension, brakes and a wireless drivetrain. A separate wheelset buyer’s guide compares options for trail, all-mountain and enduro riding, emphasizing how weight, rim width, stiffness and budget affect performance and handling.
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