Similar to what we’ve seen with the Vampire Bikes Fastarossa, the Taken Cycles Encounter takes the legendary Canfield Balance Formula and pairs that with the dynamic idler pulley of i-track suspension.
Originally teased at Sea Otter Classic this year, Taken is now taking pre-orders for framesets, with the first small batch expected to be ready in early June.
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Encounter Details
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- Frame Only: $2,699
- Frame with Fox Factory Float X2: $3,399
- Frame with Rockshox Vivid air / Coil: $3,399
- Frame with Push 11.6 Coil: $3,999
- Frame with EXT Racing Coil: $3,899
Full Alloy Construction: Strong, lightweight, and built to handle anything. External cable routing. DH certified. Dual crown compatible. Built by Genio, the best alloy frame builder in Taiwan. The Encounter is equally at home as a trail bike, enduro race bike, or mini DH park bike.
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CBF: Pedaling perfection licensed from Chris Canfield. CBF points the chainline and drive forces around the top of the chainring through 100% of its travel, resulting in maximum pedaling efficiency, regardless of where you are in the travel, what terrain you’re on, or how much power you are putting down. All your power goes to turning the rear wheel. The suspension can do its job completely – independent of drivetrain and braking forces.
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I-track: Licensed from Hugh McLeay in Australia. Mounting the pulley on the chain stay provides a mechanical pull-down when pedaling, helping the suspension stay composed under power.
The Encounter comes in two colors, or should I say one? The painted option is Smashio, a bold, protective, expressive finish designed to stand out. If that pop of color isn’t your style, the Encounter also comes in a raw, bare aluminum finish, left in its natural state with a matte clear coat that offers a clear view of the welds.
Geo and Suspension Details
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