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Synonym RC2
A 29″ carbon frame full suspension crosscountry bike with high-end components.
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| Frame | Carbon |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Full, 100 / 100mm |
| Fork | Fox Performance Float 32 |
| Shock | Fox Float DPS Performance Elite |
| Wheels | 29″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 12 |
| Groupset | GX Eagle, NX Eagle |
| Brakes | SRAM Level TL Hydraulic Disc |
| Seatpost | Dropper |
5'2" – 5'8"
5'6" – 5'11"
5'10" – 6'3"
6'1" – 6'7"
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Jul 2025
The NS Bikes Synonym was among the first bikes to truly embrace progressive suspension design in the cross-country category, boasting geometry and numbers that seem almost radical for a rig with just 120mm of travel. On the trail, it performs exceptionally well — delivering an impressively confident and playful ride that stands out as the most enjoyable cross-country bike I’ve ridden to date. That said, it’s not without its shortcomings, and a few key flaws hold it back from reaching its full potential.
| Frame | NS Synonym, carbon fibre w/ 100mm travel BB Standard: BB86/BB92, Press Fit |
|---|---|
| Fork | Fox Performance 32 Step Cast Float Grip, 100mm travel, 2pos remote lockout w/ Open Mode Adj, push-to-unlock, 15x110mm Boost, 1.5 tapered steerer tube, 44 offset Travel: 100mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | Fox Performance Elite Float DPS 2pos remote lockout, push-to-unlock, Evol LV Trunnion 165x37.5 Travel: 100mm |
| Bottom Bracket | SRAM DUB Press Fit BB92 |
| Headset | FSA NO.42/47/ACB |
| Stem | Synonym Race 31.8 (S:60, M:70, L & XL:80mm), angle - 8° |
| Handlebar | NS Licence Flat Lite 31.8, 750mm |
| Saddle | WTB Volt Medium Cromoly |
| Seatpost | Race Face Aeffect R S,M-125, L,XL-150, 31,6mm Type: Dropper |
| Pedals | / |
| Grips | NS Silicone Lite |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM GX Eagle type 3 12spd |
|---|---|
| Crank | Truvativ STYLO 7K DUB 170mm 34t (XL size 175mm) |
| Shifters | SRAM NX Eagle, 12spd |
| Cassette | SRAM XG-1210, 10-50t 12 speed |
| Chain | SRAM, 12 spd |
| Chain Guide | / |
| Brakes | Front: SRAM Level TL, 180mm, Rear: SRAM Level TL, 160mm Type: SRAM Level TL Hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | WTB ST Light i25 TCS 2.0 29”, 28h, tubeless compatible |
|---|---|
| Spokes | Straight Pull Spokes |
| Front Hub | NS Rotary Straight Pull 15 Boost 15x110 disc (sealed bearings) |
| Rear Hub | NS Rotary Straight Pull Cassette 148x12mm Boost (sealed bearings) |
| Tires | Maxxis Ikon 2.2 TR / Recon Race 2.25 EXO/TR |
First added June 16
Last updated May 30