It has been hidden for two WC season’s but now it has is revealed for ‘the common people’ as well, the Manitou R8 PRO. Making it a thoroughly tested fork for those who want to go fast and smooth.

The priority in developing the R8 was to find the ultimate combination of stiffness and light weight. Every unnecessary gram was removed without compromising on rigidity and reliability. Like the featherlight 34 mm chassis featuring a rear facing arch with a shorter distance from leg to leg to save weight.  And other parts like the leg walls, axles, air springs and damper have been reduced in weight as well.

The result: a rigid but smooth fork weighing just 1.450 grams. The trail is yours!

Specifications:
Wheel size 29″, offset 44mm, spring Dorado Air with IIVA XC, compression damping: VTT-Pro X Sealed Cartridge with tooled Open Mode Low Speed Adjust, remote lockout, sealed damper TPC 3 position compression, lockout: deuce remote (can be combined with the ace remote to control fork, shock and dropper), steerer 1.5″ tapered, crown forged aluminium, hollow bore, external machining, polished – hyperlite chassis, leg diameter 34mm, leg material alu 7000 series, brake post mount 160mm (203 Max), axle 15mm x 110mm Hexlock SLR, max tire sizes 62mm

Optional: Fender Kit, TSR, non-remote knobs

Weight: 1.450 grams.

Price*: € 1.210

More information: https://eu.hayesbicycle.com/products/r8-pro

*Manufacturer price, this could vary by country, pls check your local supplier

Images/video: Hayes