Dean Ace FS 3.5 Titanium MTN Frame

ACE 3.5 FS $2750 26 or 29er (frame and rear shock) The Ace 3.0 FS is one of lightest full suspension frame on the market at just 5.50 lbs (size small- full bike, race ready at just - 24.50 lbs). The rear suspension design features a proven modified "swing link" design, delivering a full 3.00" of active travel, while the "Linear Link" bottom bracket pivot provides for a fully active suspension design with no chain pull or pedal kick back during braking - it's super smooth. The Strategic "Y" Link placement in conjunction with the FOX Float AVA L eliminate pedal induced "bobbing" giving you maximum power output with each pedal stroke., and the extra smooth sealed cartridge bearings throughout deliver super smooth suspension travel. The rear shock is the FOX Float RP23 with compression, rebound, and Pro Pedal. Each Dean frame is hand built with custom gauged cold worked, stress relieved, seamless 3/2.5 aerospace grade titanium. Oversized titanium tubing is placed strategically throughout the frame to eliminate unwanted lateral flex while still providing for a super smooth ride, as the 6061 - T6 Aluminum rear section provides maximum stiffness and precise traction control. Precision CNC machined swing-arm pivots eliminates unwanted frame flex. CNC machined I.S. disc mounts and 6061-T6 dropouts with a replaceable hanger are stock on each frame. The Ace FS 3.5 is available in a 26 AND 29er wheel sizes. Frame availability based on production time at Dean’s factory in Steamboat Springs, CO, where every Dean frame is hand built. THIS ITEM IS THE FRAME AND REAR SHOCK ONLY. FOR BUILD KIT PACKAGES, PLEASE SEE OUR 'CYCLING' SECTION.