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Stage 5 Factory
A 29″ aluminum frame full suspension trail bike with ultra high-end components and mechanical disc brakes.
| Frame | Aluminum |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Full, 140mm front |
| Fork | Fox Factory Float 36 |
| Shock | Fox Float X2 Factory |
| Wheels | 29″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 12 |
| Groupset | X01, X01 Eagle |
| Brakes | Mechanical Disc |
| Seatpost | Dropper |
5'4" – 5'10"
5'8" – 6'3"
6'0" – 6'6"
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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.
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
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
It is no wonder this bike is a flying machine.
Dirt MountainbikeThe Stage 6 is an effortless bike to ride fast, the balanced geometry and longer chainstays provide huge stability and front-end grip.
Enduro Mountainbike MagazineThe Orange Stage 6 is remarkably potent at taming chunky terrain.
MTBROrange'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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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Can a supposedly outdated suspension design and manufacturing process still shine in a marketplace dominated by homogenized Horst Links and complex composite materials?
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.. .
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.
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.
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.
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
Sep 2017 · Wil Barrett
Is the Orange Stage 5 a better bike than the venerable Five? Wil certainly thinks so, after reviewing the smurf-a-tron as part of our 29er group test
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.
Apr 2017 · Sean White
The 29 inch wheeled trail bike from Orange has come of time - this Stage 5 is a finely tuned machine.
| Frame | Aluminum |
|---|---|
| Fork | FOX Factory 36 Float, black or orange Travel: 140mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | FOX Float X2 Factory, 200mm x 51mm |
| Bottom Bracket | SRAM GXP Team |
| Headset | Hope, 49mm, black or orange |
| Stem | Race Face Turbine R, 50mm length |
| Handlebar | Race Face Next R Carbon Stealth, 800mm width |
| Saddle | SDG Fly MTN, cromo rail, black/grey |
| Seatpost | Fox Factory Transfer, 150mm drop Type: Dropper |
| Pedals | None included |
| Grips | Strange 130 Lock-on, black or orange |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM X01 Eagle |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | N/A |
| Crank | SRAM X01 Carbon Eagle |
| Shifters | SRAM X01 Eagle, 12-speed |
| Cassette | SRAM CS XG 1295 Eagle, 10-50 tooth, 12-speed |
| Chain | SRAM X01 Eagle, silver |
| Chain Guide | Not included |
| Brakes | Hope Tech 3 E4 with 203mm front/180mm rear rotors, black or orange Type: Mechanical Disc |
| Brake Levers | Hope Tech 3 E4 |
| Rims | Race Face Arc 30, grey |
|---|---|
| Front Hub | Hope Pro 4, Boost rear, black |
| Rear Hub | Hope Pro 4, Boost rear, black |
| Tires | Front: Maxxis Minion DHF, 2.3" 3c EXO TR, Rear: Maxxis Minion High Roller II, 2.0" |
First added April 14
Last updated April 14
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