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KellysStage
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Origin
The Stage was Kellys' premium carbon cross-country hardtail, and the flagship Stage 90 spared nothing: a high-modulus carbon monocoque frame, a Fox 32 Float fork, and Shimano's best XC drivetrains — at the very top, the wireless XTR Di2 with 22 speeds. It sat above the Hacker as Kellys' halo XC race bike.
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Specifications
- Frame
- High-modulus carbon composite monocoque hardtail (29" / 27.5"), tapered HT, internal routing
- Drivetrain
- Shimano XT 1x11 up to XTR Di2 on the flagship Stage 90; lower builds SLX-class (build-dependent)
- Brakes
- Shimano hydraulic disc
- Wheels
- 29" / 27.5", tubeless-ready
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The verdict
+Strengths
- Premium high-modulus carbon frame, very light
- Flagship builds with Fox and Shimano XTR Di2 are race-ready out of the box
- Sharp, efficient cross-country handling
−Weaknesses
- Race-focused hardtail — harsh on rough terrain
- Flagship builds are expensive
- Aggressive XC fit isn't for casual riders
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