There was a lot to like about the Genesis Incline, including the price, its suspension and even the styling, let’s take a look at everything more in depth here. Although the two bikes in this section might both be called the ‘Vapour’ with only the epithets ‘Alloy’ and ‘Carbon’ differentiating them, there are actually significant distinctions to be made. The model number can be found on the lower portion of the seat tube just above the crank on a black and silver decal. The serial number is stamped into the bottom of the frame (under the bottom bracket). If there are any issues with your bike, return it for a full refund or receive a replacement bike for free. The first genesis bike was produced under the Ridgeback brand as the Day One model in 2001.
Now there aren’t many things I don’t like about this bike, other than the following. For the price, the Boundary obviously has higher quality then it probably should! I’m a big proponent that every product is meant for someone, and just because a bicycle isn’t high end doesn’t mean it isn’t great for someone to get into a new sport and upgrade as they go.
Product PresentationWe were honored to create the livery for the Rabobank/Giant teams. Teams that have scored stage and overall victories in the Grand Tours around the world. Genesis Bikes was created in 2001 by Ridgeback, another British company, as a spin-off from the original Genesis Bikes. Like the Kia Stinger, some low-quality paint and clear coats have been created. From 2013 until 2019, Genesis sponsored the Madison Genesis racer as part of their racing motorbike development.
The Croix de Fer comes in three steel options (10, 20 and 30) as well as a titanium model. You’ll want to understand this bike’s essential features before purchasing it, including its complex shifting system and how it is different from similar bikes. The Genesis has a 21 Speed drivetrain which is great for smooth changing of gears as you ride on bumpy roads, uphill trails and other types of terrains. The Shimano EF40 gears are lightweight and allow you to shift several gears in one shift. These shifters are definitely one of the bike’s best qualities and make riding uphill or downhill an easy task compared to other bikes in the market.
This further increases mud clearance and also adds to the frame’s compliance, providing better control. Definitely not a versatile bike; this is designed with only CX racing in mind and makes no compromises – except for, perhaps, its two sets of bottle bosses. A rim brake version is available in addition to the disc option and both come with Shimano Ultegra 2×11 groupsets. The maximum tyre size on bike is 28c, typical for rim brake set ups but relatively narrow for a bike with discs.
Some are more race oriented, meaning mudguard and pannier mounts are forgone and the geometry is longer and lower. Others have more of an endurance focus, better suited to long rides and have all the mounts you need for light cycle-touring. Genesis Bikes are a British cycling brand with a heritage of building the kind of bikes that they want to ride themselves. The kind of bikes that make you dream of your next adventure no matter the size. Since 2001 Genesis Bikes have had an eye for the finer details, utilising the very best materials and always heading in their own direction.
Nowadays mountain bikes tend to be flatter and wider, however the Incline offers a more standard handlebar more like my hybrid bikes. Versatility still pervades the frame, with downtube bottle bosses and mounts for a rear rack and mudguards. Although this bike can take on the commuting duties or a bit of cycle-touring, it is more suited to lively riding in the woods and on bridleways. For those interested in dipping their toes into racing, or just want a sportier feeling bike, the Zeal range is Genesis’ entry level carbon option. The geometry is more aggressive than the endurance-oriented Equilibrium, but not quite as ‘head-down bum-up’ as the dedicated racers that are the Zeros.
As I mentioned with the Incline, the Boundary has this functionality. I don’t have to worry about destroying the frame of my bike if I hit the derailleur. It was sub $200 and offered a lot for the price, as we will talk about here in a moment. We’re experiencing a very high volume of orders during this HOT HOT HOT Summer Season.
Finally, for the bikepackers, the Longitude is a fully rigid, steel-framed mid-fat expedition adventure bike. The Genesis Tarn is a steel-framed short-travel hardtail with 120mm travel and 27.5in wheels, and is equipped with Maxxis Rekon tyres. Product PresentationFrom free-ride, long-travel mountain models to fun city bikes, the presentation is a key attractor on the sales floor. Madison Genesis, a defunct UCI Continental team, used carbon bikes.