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2018 Orange

Stage 4 Factory

A 29″ aluminum frame full suspension crosscountry bike with ultra high-end components and mechanical disc brakes.

FrameAluminum
SuspensionFull, 110 / 120mm
ForkFox Factory Float 34
ShockFox Float DPS Factory
Wheels29″ Aluminum
Drivetrain1 × 12
GroupsetX01 Eagle
BrakesMechanical Disc
SeatpostDropper
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Based on frame geometry and build specs.

Terrain
easyextreme
Handling
nimblestable
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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

Stage 4 Factory

27 mph

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Highest gear

(descending)

Sizing
MD

5'4" – 5'10"

LG

5'8" – 6'3"

XL

6'0" – 6'6"

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Reviews

Summary

The Orange Stage is a UK-made enduro bike known for its distinctive single pivot suspension and modern geometry, delivering a raw, attacking ride that excels at high speeds and chunky terrain. It requires an active riding style and offers predictable handling and potent suspension performance, though it lacks some comfort features like water bottle mounts. While praised for its simplicity and build quality, its high price and specific setup needs may not suit all riders.

Pros
  • Distinctive single pivot suspension refined over years

  • Modern geometry for stable and predictable handling

  • High-quality suspension components with excellent performance

  • UK-made construction with a focus on simplicity and durability

  • Potent at taming chunky terrain and accelerating quickly

Cons
  • No water bottle cage mounting options

  • High price point for alloy frames

  • Requires active riding style and may not be plush for casual use

  • Suspension can get firm under braking

  • Chain noise on rocky trails

Key Quotes
It is no wonder this bike is a flying machine.
Dirt Mountainbike logoDirt Mountainbike
The Stage 6 is an effortless bike to ride fast, the balanced geometry and longer chainstays provide huge stability and front-end grip.
Enduro Mountainbike Magazine logoEnduro Mountainbike Magazine
The Orange Stage 6 is remarkably potent at taming chunky terrain.
MTBR logoMTBR
Orange's longest travel 29er is a super-predictable high-speed blast to ride that accelerates like a rocket and handles with consistent poise.
Pinkbike

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Vital MTB
2019 Orange Stage 6 RS Bike

Sep 2019 · Ollyforster

Can a supposedly outdated suspension design and manufacturing process still shine in a marketplace dominated by homogenized Horst Links and complex composite materials?

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BikeRadar
Orange Stage 6 Factory review

Jan 2019 · Tom Marvin

With only a single pivot and shock holding the two ends together, it’s not a super-stiff chassis, but that has its advantages too, and it’s that simplicity that makes this bike ride as it does.. .

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Pinkbike
Review: Orange Stage 6 RS

Oct 2018 · Alex Evans

Is Orange's longest travel single-pivot 29er good enough to mix it up with the new-wave of Horst Link, VPP and multi-link bikes? We find out.

Highs
  • Loves to be ridden hard and fast.

  • The bike is consistently predictable no matter how wild you get.

  • A great range of top-tier components really help the bike shine.

  • Designed and manufactured in the UK.

Lows
  • It is quite expensive.

  • Some of the available upgrades probably aren't worth the cash, so choose wisely.

  • The distinctive 'Orange' look can divide opinion.

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Singletrack World
UK-Made Full Suspension Group Test - Orange Stage 4 RS Review

Oct 2018 · Wil Barrett

When it comes to UK-made full suspension bikes, there was one brand that was always going to be in this grouptest. Put simply, few manufacturers can rival Orange Bikes’ rich...

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MTBR
Orange Stage 6 Factory review

May 2018 · John Bennett

To the casual observer, the aluminum frame is a simple single-pivot design with massive swing arm, but it demands a closer look. Click thru to hear what makes this bike special. - Mtbr.com

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Dirt Mountainbike
ORANGE STAGE 6 (CUSTOM BUILD) - DIRTY DOZEN

Jan 2018 · Ieuan Williams

SINGLE PIVOT HALIFAX MADE 29ER

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Enduro Mountainbike Magazine
Shots Fired! Orange Stage 6 Factory Review

Aug 2017 · Trev Worsey

We've tested the Orange Stage 6 Factory, a long travel 29er trail weapon with a burly build kit for the most aggressive riders out there.

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Geometry
Specs
Build
Frame

Aluminum

Fork

FOX Factory 34 Float

Travel120mm

Spring TypeAir

Shock

FOX Float DPS Factory, 190mm x 40mm

Travel110mm

Bottom Bracket

SRAM GXP team

Headset

Hope, 49mm, black or orange

Stem

Race Face Turbine R, 50mm length, 35mm clamp

Handlebar

Race Face Next R, carbon, stealth, 800mm

Saddle

SDG Fly MTN, chromoly rail, black/orange

Seatpost

RockShox Reverb with 1x remote, 150mm drop

TypeDropper

Pedals

None included

Grips

Strange 130, single lock-on, black

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

SRAM X01 Eagle

Front Derailleur

N/A

Crank

SRAM X01 Eagle, carbon

Shifters

SRAM X01 Eagle, 12-speed

Cassette

SRAM CS XG-1295 Eagle, 10 x 50 tooth, 12-speed

Chain

SRAM X01 Eagle, silver

Chain Guide

None included

Brakes

Hope Tech 3 E4 (black or orange) with 203mm front/180mm rotors

TypeMechanical Disc

Brake Levers

Hope Tech 3 E4

Wheels
Rims

Race Face Arc 27, grey

Front Hub

Hope Pro 4, black or orange, Boost rear

Rear Hub

Hope Pro 4, black or orange, Boost rear

Tires

Front: Maxxis Minion DHF 3c EXO TR, 2.3", Rear: Maxxis High Roller II 2

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