Pinkbike takes the Rogue to the trails

When one of mountain biking's most trusted platforms gets their hands on your bike, you pay attention. Pinkbike just published their first ride review of the Rogue R, and the feedback has us properly stoked.

The reviewer - Stephane Pelletier, a 6'3" rider who typically sizes down to Large frames, found the climbing position spot on from the first pedal stroke. That 485mm reach paired with the 78° effective seat angle put him exactly where he wanted to be. His words, not ours, "If fits like a glove applies to bikes, this one qualifies."

But geometry numbers only tell part of the story. What really impressed was how the i-track suspension performed on technical terrain. The rear wheel stayed planted through slippery, chunky rock sections, delivering the kind of traction that builds confidence when the trail gets rough. That high pivot layout working exactly as intended.

The Avinox system continues to turn heads. Smooth power delivery, impressively quiet operation, and the level of fine-tuning available through both the frame-mounted touchscreen and app got called out specifically.

Descending is where the Rogue really showed its DH-certified credentials. The test bike came in at 56lb, built as a high end showcase by our Canadian distributor NRG Enterprises, but the Pinkbike noted how capable the platform felt at speed. That 63.5° head angle and 440mm chainstay length creating the kind of stability that matters when you're pushing hard.

The full review dives deeper into geometry options, the adjustability built into the flip chips, and how the complete package comes together on demanding terrain. Worth noting they tested this thing properly, not just a quick spin around the car park.

Check out the complete Pinkbike review here for all the details, geometry charts, and more insights on what makes the Rogue work.

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