Lighter: 48g lighter frame vs prior model, lightest Oiz ever

Stiffer: 36% stiffer front triangle, 22% stiffer rear triangle vs 2023 OMX

Improved suspension: regressive curve supportive early, supple mid, no harsh bottom out

Better handling: 66.8° head angle, 430mm chainstays, improved stiffness for confidence on descents

Customizable: MyO program with no-cost paint, parts swaps (Trickstuff brakes, Maxxis tires)

Integrated design: tidy cable routing, removable computer mount, mini-tool storage

One-piece bar-stem combo may limit adjustment (760mm wide, -18° stem)

Higher-end OMX models expensive (€7,299-€11,499)

Weight of bridge and linkage adds ~100g despite lighter frame

Excellent weight balance for climbing

Planted and solid feel on rough terrain

Geometry inspires confidence on descents

Custom MyO program offers wide component choices

Fits two water bottles on all sizes

Easy to carry cyclocross-style

Tinted clear coat options show carbon

Squidlock remote is hard to reach and adjust

Flight Attendant default firm mode less fun for all-day riding

Pedal-induced movement in Open and Trail modes may require lockout for racing

30% weight savings in linkage

Lighter than previous version by 20 grams (frame only)

Increased stiffness in linkage and top tube

Two water bottle mounts inside front triangle

SquidLock remote for dropper post and suspension modes

Multi-tool holder

Thru-headset cable routing (annoying for maintenance)

Not as light as Specialized Epic 9 (frame 1345g vs 1480g)

Geometry changes are minimal (head angle only .2° slacker, chainstays 2mm shorter)