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2021 Cotic

Jeht Gold Deore XT

A 29″ steel frame full suspension trail bike with high-end components.
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FrameSteel
SuspensionFull, 140 / 150mm
ForkCane Creek HELM
ShockCane Creek DBair IL
Wheels29″ Aluminum
Drivetrain1 × 12
GroupsetXT
BrakesShimano XT Hydraulic Disc
SeatpostDropper
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Based on frame geometry and build specs.

Terrain
easyextreme
Handling
nimblestable
Jeht Gold Deore XT
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Gearing

A bike with lower gearing will be easier to ride up steep hills, while a higher top end means it will pedal faster down hills.

Lowest gear

(climbing)

28 mph

Jeht Gold Deore XT

26 mph

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Highest gear

(descending)

Sizing
SM

5'2" – 5'8"

MD

5'6" – 5'11"

LG

5'10" – 6'3"

XL

6'1" – 6'7"

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Summary

The Cotic Jeht is a versatile trail bike that blends steel's unique ride quality with modern geometry and suspension design, offering a dynamic and confidence-inspiring experience on descents while maintaining efficiency on climbs. Its steel frame provides exceptional grip and compliance, though some riders may find it heavier and less stiff compared to carbon or alloy alternatives. The bike's geometry and suspension are highly praised for their adaptability and performance across a variety of terrains.

Pros
  • Muscularly dynamic ride feel

  • Dialed progressive geometry

  • Sorted, highly-tunable suspension

  • Enhanced flow and traction

  • Steel frame delivers a ton of grip on natural terrain

Cons
  • Heavier than carbon and alloy

  • Slack seat-tube angle and soggy suspension make it harder work on steep climbs

  • Rear end isn’t the most sensitive at the start of its travel, yet lacks support later on

Key Quotes
Character can be a whole lot more important than stats.
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"more capable than the FlareMAX but more of an all-rounder, a bike that’s easier to move around than the RocketMAX"
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The Jeht makes up for it when pointed downhill.
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BikeRadar
Cotic Jeht Gold GX review

Mar 2021 · Seb Stott

Sorted handling helps the Jeht thrive on steep descents, but the suspension isn’t great and it’s lacklustre uphill

Highs
  • Stable and confidence-inspiring when tackling steep and rough terrain, thanks to stretched-out geometry

  • Good front-to-rear balance, making it easy to rail turns

Lows
  • Slack seat-tube angle and soggy suspension make it harder work on steep climbs

  • Rear end isn’t the most sensitive at the start of its travel, yet lacks support later on

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Bike Perfect
Cotic Jeht Gold XT mountain bike review

Dec 2020 · Guy Kesteven

Cotic’s latest bike slots into the mid-travel sweet spot but can a semi-steel small bike builder compete with the best carbon and alloy mega brand machines?

Highs
  • Muscularly dynamic ride feel

  • Dialed progressive geometry

  • Sorted, highly-tunable suspension

  • Enhanced flow and traction

  • Awesome customer support

  • Tough and practical

  • Well curated kit choice

  • Tons of custom options

Lows
  • Heavier than carbon and alloy

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Bikerumor
The all-new Cotic Jeht 140mm 29er steel full suspension trail bike shreds caves & trails

Nov 2020 · Jessie-May Morgan

The first 30 limited edition Cotic Jeht frames will be made in the UK by steel frame fabricators Five Land Bikes, just outside Edinburgh.

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MBR
Cotic Jeht first ride review - MBR

Nov 2020 · Jamie Darlow

The new 140mm travel Cotic Jeht boasts high end suspension and now a Taiwanese-made steel frame option to lop hundreds from the price.

Highs
  • Steel frame delivers a ton of grip on natural terrain, the Kitsuma shock is luxurious and easy to fettle, spot on geometry for descending

Lows
  • Touch on the flexy side for faster and more built trails. Not the lightest

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Pinkbike
Cotic Launch 140mm Jeht 29er Trail Bike

Nov 2020 · Daniel Sapp

Silver builds are based on Shimano SLX or 2020 SRAM GX Eagle and are available now with an X-Fusion Trace 36 HLR fork, Cane Creek Air IL shock, and Superstar/WTB wheels for £3,699.

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Geometry
Specs
Build
Frame

Steel

BB StandardBSA, 73mm, Threaded

Fork

Cane Creek HELM

Travel150mm

Shock

Cane Creek DB Air IL, Climb Switch, 210mm x 55mm

Travel140mm

Bottom Bracket

Shimano Deore XT M800, 73mm BSA threaded

Headset

Hope 2H, ZS44/EC44

Stem

Cotic SHORTERSTEM, 35mm

Handlebar

Cotic Calver, 780mm width, 25mm rise, 5° upsweep, 9° backsweep

Saddle

Cotic

Seatpost

X-Fusion Manic Stealth dropper, 125mm drop

TypeDropper

Pedals

None

Grips

Cotic, lock-on

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

Shimano Deore XT M8100, 12-speed

Front Derailleur

None

Crank

Shimano Deore XT M8100

Shifters

Shimano Deore XT M8100, 12-speed

Cassette

Shimano Deore XT M8100, 12-speed, 10-51 tooth

Chain

Shimano Deore XT M8100, 12-speed

Chain Guide

Cotic upper slider

Brakes

Shimano Deore XT M8100, 2-piston, Shimano 180mm 6-bolt rotors

TypeShimano XT Hydraulic Disc

Brake Levers

Shimano Deore XT M8100

Wheels
Rims

Hope Fortus 26 wheelset

Spokes

Hope Fortus 26 wheelset

Front Hub

Hope Fortus 26 wheelset, 110x15mm Boost front, 148x12mm Boost rear with MICRO SPLINE driver

Rear Hub

Hope Fortus 26 wheelset, 110x15mm Boost front, 148x12mm Boost rear with MICRO SPLINE driver

Tires

Front: WTB Verdict, Llight, Slashguard, 29" x 2.5", Rear: WTB Trail Boss, Light, Slashguard, 29" x 2.4"

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