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2018 Evil

Following MB / Frame Only

A 29″ carbon frame full suspension trail frameset.

Manufacturer Price

$3,099
FrameCarbon
SuspensionFull, 120mm rear
Wheels29″
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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 Evil Following is celebrated as a trail bike that combines playful agility with serious performance, offering a unique blend of speed, control, and fun. Its DELTA suspension system is frequently praised for providing exceptional traction and a smooth ride, making it stand out in the short-travel category. While it excels in handling and descending, some reviews note its climbing efficiency and geometry could see improvements.

Pros
  • Magically supportive DELTA linkage

  • Best-climbing trail bike of the year

  • Insanely controlled and speed-hungry suspension

  • Playful and agile handling

  • Updated with trunnion mounted shock for smoother suspension

Cons
  • Seat angle no slacker than average

  • Tricky suspension setup

  • Slack seat angle affects climbing

  • High maintenance

  • Tight cockpit

Key Quotes
The original Evil Following was so far ahead of its time, it hasn’t needed a remodel since it was introduced in 2014.
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The Delta system still provides probably the best short-travel suspension around for attacking technical trails.
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One of the most exciting 29er trail bikes on the market, balancing speed and fun perfectly
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Bike Perfect
Evil Following Review: We put the Evil Following MB X01 through its paces

Oct 2019 · Guy Kesteven

Evil’s Following set a new standard for short travel, big attitude 29er trail bikes but how does it compare to the latest contenders? Guy Kesteven has been hitting the moors, Enduro tracks and off-piste black runs of Yorkshire to find out.

Highs
  • Insanely controlled and speed-hungry suspension with addictively agile handling

  • Comparatively good price for a premium brand and sorted spec

Lows
  • Shorter, steeper geometry makers it less stable than contemporaries

  • Relatively short frame warranty

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BikeRadar
Evil Following MB GX Eagle Fox Factory review

Jun 2019 · Mick Kirkman

One of the most exciting 29er trail bikes on the market, balancing speed and fun perfectly

Highs
  • Suspension feels deeper and more sensitive than on most 120mm bikes, but never gets too spongy

  • Absolutely rails turns in the X-Low bottom bracket position

Lows
  • Slack seat angle needs updating

  • More tyre clearance than previous Evils, but it still isn’t what a UK rider would call generous

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MTBR
Evil Following MB review

Aug 2018 · Paul Andrews

The Evil Following MB has upped the game with the same 120mm of rear travel, but 20mm more reach. But in today’s increasingly aggressive landscape can it still hold its own? - Mtbr.com

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BIKE Magazine
Bible Review: Evil Following MB

Dec 2017

Times have changed a lot. The Following has changed a little. As its name implies, it simply got more better.

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Singletrack World
Review: Evil The Following

Sep 2017 · Wil Barrett

Can 29ers be playful? The Following from Evil Bike Co. waves its hand in the air and says "YES I BLOODY WELL CAN!" Full review within.

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Dirt Mountainbike
Updated Evil Following grows by 20mm

Aug 2017 · Smurf

Not lower, not slacker but longer

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Enduro Mountainbike Magazine
Evil The Following X1 Review

Jul 2016 · Christoph Bayer

Even from afar, the badass attitude of the Evil The Following is undeniable, with its long, slack frame, black finish and aggressive aesthetic eye-catching!

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MBR
Evil The Following (2016) review - MBR

Feb 2016 · Mick Kirkman

Meet the new Evil The Following, is this the sexiest 29er ever built?

Highs
  • Love the ride quality, playfulness, jump-ability and pure speed.

Lows
  • This kind of performance doesn’t come cheap, and Evil needs to prove its reliability and customer service are equally top-notch.

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Frame

EVIL Following MB 120mm Travel UD Carbon, Internal Dropper Routing, Integrated Upper Guide, BOOST

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