Forward Next 2.0 29 Disc 2018 frame 17

The Russian company Forward "grew" out of the Perm Machine-Building Plant. October Revolution, at the facilities of which the production of iconic Soviet bicycles "Ural", "Kama" and "Salyut" was launched. The new generation of bikes under the brand name includes models for every taste and different wallet thicknesses. In the low-cost segment, the hardtail of the Next series from the 2018 model range deserves close attention.

Good rolling

The Gornyak is assembled on an aluminium frame and put on large 29-inch wheels with excellent rolling on a flat road. The locking mechanism of the front spring-elastomer fork helps to develop and maintain a high speed of movement. With active shock absorption, the stroke length reaches 10 cm, moreover, the rider can adjust the preload of the fork.

Attachment

As attachments, the bike uses an entry-level drive for 21 gears (7 cassette stars and 3 stars of the front system), assembled from Shimano components, a world famous manufacturer of bicycle accessories from the Land of the Rising Sun. And to ensure that the bike can quickly stop in an extreme situation, the answer is mechanical disc brakes with 160 mm rotors that work seamlessly in any weather.

Universal character

The Forward Next 2.0 29 Disc 2018 is best suited for riding on hard surfaces, because the Shimano Tourney drivetrain is not too fond of rough terrain. At the same time, you can’t say bad things about the model — nevertheless, it should be considered in the context of targeting amateur cyclists who are looking for a practical and inexpensive universal vehicle.