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Following MB / X01 Eagle
A 29″ carbon frame full suspension trail bike with ultra high-end components.
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Manufacturer Price
$6,768| Frame | Carbon |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Full, 120 / 130mm |
| Fork | RockShox Pike Ultimate |
| Shock | RockShox Super Deluxe |
| Wheels | 29″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 12 |
| Groupset | X0, X01 Eagle |
| Brakes | SRAM G2 RSC Hydraulic Disc |
| Seatpost | Dropper |
5'2" – 5'8"
5'6" – 5'11"
5'10" – 6'3"
6'1" – 6'7"
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Summary
The Evil Following is celebrated as a trail bike that combines agility, speed, and fun, with its DELTA linkage suspension system providing exceptional climbing efficiency and descending capability. Reviews highlight its playful nature, precision handling, and the ability to perform beyond its travel numbers, making it a standout in the trail bike category. Despite some critiques on geometry and setup, the Following is praised for its versatility and performance across a variety of terrains.
Magically supportive DELTA linkage
Best-climbing trail bike of the year
Punchy climber with lighter tire spec
Precision and control maintained
More comfortable outside its comfort zone with new rear shock
Seat angle no slacker than average, not ultra-steep
e*thirteen TRS treads not light and sensitive on uphills
Shorter, steeper geometry makes it less stable than contemporaries
Relatively short frame warranty
The original Evil Following was so far ahead of its time, it hasn’t needed a remodel since it was introduced in 2014.
BIKE MagazineThe Delta system still provides probably the best short-travel suspension around for attacking technical trails.
Bike PerfectOne of the most exciting 29er trail bikes on the market, balancing speed and fun perfectly
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Dec 2020 · Mick Kirkman
Third-generation Evil Following includes a jutting jawline that’s sharper-edged, a seat tube brace for improved standover clearance and internal cabling.
Agility overload, combined with float-then-pop suspension.
Super Boost 157 is a headache for frame-only buyers.
Aug 2020 · Spencer Johnson
It’s mid-August, and the dirt on our trails in Bellingham, Washington is as dry as it gets. At this time of year, the tires roll faster than ever—making it the perfect time to test Evil’s newly updated The Following, the company’s shortest-travel, 29-inch-wheeled bike. With such high-speed trail conditions, The Following truly comes into its own. From the moment my tires hit the dirt, I felt like I was being propelled by a perpetual tailwind. With 120 millimeters of rear-wheel travel and a lightweight build, this bike is clearly designed for speed. But when you pair a bike in this travel range with Evil’s ultra-supportive DELTA-link suspension platform, you have a combination that begs for a strong cadence. From the moment I started pedaling The Following I felt possessed by its demonic, speedy nature. The large frame I tested really hit a sweet spot for me. The 480-millimeter reach didn’t feel as long as that length might suggest, and the cockpit sizing was perfect for conquering tight switchbacks and pulling the occasional wheelie. The seated position felt rear of center, which translated to an efficient pedaling position that enabled me to really lay down the wattage. At the same time, the combination of a 430-millimeter chainstay and the shorter, 120 millimeters of travel on the RockShox Pike Ultimate Charger 2.1 RC2 fork helped to keep the front wheel on the ground during steeper climbs. Much like Evil’s The Wreckoning, which I recently tested, The Following feels incredibly neutral when hammering out of the saddle. There’s just enough anti-squat to combat the weight transfer.
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.
Insanely controlled and speed-hungry suspension with addictively agile handling
Comparatively good price for a premium brand and sorted spec
Shorter, steeper geometry makers it less stable than contemporaries
Relatively short frame warranty
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
Dec 2017
Times have changed a lot. The Following has changed a little. As its name implies, it simply got more better.
Dec 2017 · Guy Kesteven
Unbelievable control and freakish speed breeding meet epic efficiency and practical versatility. Buy if you value superb suspension over raw figures on your rowdy trail bike
Benchmark-resetting short-travel control and speed
Efficient and agile enough for XC singletrack hustling
Carbon-rich kit collection
Still very spendy despite recent price drop
Even large size requires a side-entry bottle cage
| Frame | EVIL Following MB 120mm Travel UD Carbon, Internal Dropper Routing, Integrated Upper Guide, BOOST BB Standard: BSA, 73mm, Threaded |
|---|---|
| Fork | Rockshox Pike Ultimate, Charger 2 RCT3, 29, Solo Air, 130mm Travel, Boost 15x110, 51mm Offset Travel: 130mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | Rockshox Super Deluxe RCT Debonair, 165x45 (+2 Token), Trunion / 20x8 DB TT LL1 380 Travel: 120mm |
| Bottom Bracket | SRAM DUB 73mm BSA |
| Headset | FSA Integrated Tapered No.57/68 Upper Bearing 30.2x41x6.5 36˚/45˚ Lower Bearing 40×51.8×8 36˚/45˚ |
| Stem | Raceface Turbine R 35, Length: 50mm |
| Handlebar | Raceface NEXT R Carbon 35, Rise: 35mm Width: 780mm |
| Saddle | WTB Volt Pro |
| Seatpost | Rockshox Reverb Stealth 30.9mm, S: 125mm(390mm), M: 150mm(440mm), L/XL: 170mm(480mm) Type: Dropper |
| Grips | Evil Lock-on |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM X01 Eagle, 12sp |
|---|---|
| Crank | SRAM Eagle XO Carbon, DUB, 32t ring |
| Shifters | SRAM X01 Eagle, 12sp |
| Cassette | SRAM XG-1295 Eagle, 10-50t:10,12,14,16,18,21,24,28,32,36,42,50 |
| Chain | SRAM X01 Eagle w/Powerlock |
| Brakes | SRAM G2 RSC Type: SRAM G2 RSC Hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | e*thirteen LG1, Internal Width: 30mm, 15x110 |
|---|---|
| Tires | Maxxis Minion DHF EXO TR, 29 x 2.3 |
First added December 17
Last updated December 17
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