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Calling / X01 Eagle
A 27.5″ carbon frame full suspension trail bike with ultra high-end components.
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Manufacturer Price
$5,999| Frame | Carbon |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Full, 131 / 150mm |
| Fork | RockShox Lyrik |
| Shock | RockShox Super Deluxe |
| Wheels | 27.5″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 12 |
| Groupset | X0, X01 Eagle |
| Brakes | SRAM G2 RSC Hydraulic Disc |
| Seatpost | Dropper |
158cm – 171cm
168cm – 180cm
178cm – 189cm
186cm – 199cm
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Summary
The Evil Calling is celebrated for its snappy, playful ride quality and unique geometry, making it a standout in the trail bike category. Its supple suspension and confident handling encourage aggressive riding, though it's noted for not being a full enduro racer. The bike excels in cornering and jumping, offering a perfect balance between lightweight trail efficiency and all-mountain capability.
Snappy, short-travel design
Unique flavor with low and extra low geometry settings
Supple ride with vertical compliance wheels
Confident tire performance in wet conditions
Capable on multiple types of trails with subtle upgrades
Not a full-on enduro racer
Extra low geometry setting may lead to pedal smashing
Talkative wheels may not be preferred by all
All I wanted to do was jump, jib and generally just mess around at every opportunity. It was a childlike experience that put a grin on my face from ear to ear.
BIKE MagazineThe Calling doesn’t shy away from terrain that you might think only a longer-travel bike could handle
BikeRadarThe Evil The Calling is the perfect downhiller’s trail bike.
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Dec 2017
Evil's Calling breaks down barriers with long, low and slack geometry and a snappy rear-end. It is all about having fun.
Nov 2017 · Rob Weaver
There’s a low-speed compression-damping lever on the shock to help make things even more efficient if you so wish.
Oct 2017 · Mick Kirkman
The Evil The Calling is the perfect downhiller’s trail bike. With maximum grip, cornering shred-factor and attitude. Easy to ride for intermediates too.
Number 1 for cornering and jumping.
This much fun doesn’t come cheap.
Jul 2017 · Ian Collins
We have to admit, when Evil Bikes first showed off the Calling, we thought it was a bit underwhelming and out of left field. With a knack for pioneering aggressive bikes, why would the Seattle brand dive into a more conservative field? Why not engineer a groundbreaking DH bike or a gnarly mid travel 29″ bike? You know…something that would fill the void between the Following and the Wreckoning. Why a 131mm travel, 27.5″ wheeled bike? Greatly impressed by Evil’s past efforts, we were still curious about the Calling as it seemed like it could address some minor gripes with
Dec 2016 · Saris Mercanti
In the market for a short travel trail bike but discouraged by the lack of rowdy options? This new bike from Evil just might be the answer. - Mtbr.com
| Frame | EVIL Calling 131mm Travel UD Carbon, Internal Dropper Routing, Integrated Upper Guide, BOOST BB Standard: BSA, 73mm, Threaded |
|---|---|
| Fork | Rockshox Lyrik, Charger 2 RC2, Debonair, 150mm Travel, 15x110 Travel: 150mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | Rockshox Super Deluxe RC3 Debonair, 185x50 (+1 Token), Trunion / 20x8, DB T ML S 380 Travel: 131mm |
| 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: 40mm |
| 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 TRS, Internal Width: 30mm, 15x110 |
|---|---|
| Tires | Maxxis Minion DHF EXO TR, 27.5x2.3 |
First added 4 July
Last updated 4 July
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