Yeti Cycles SB-66 C

Product Descriptions

HucknRoll Description: Taking the trail bike to uncharted levels, the six inch (152mm) travel Yeti SB-66 C expands on the quickly building, trail-dominating reputation of YetiAAAs Switch Technology suspension by adorning it with a weight-dropping and stiffness-enhancing carbon chassis. In fact, the hand-laid high modulus carbon front and rear triangles knock a whopping pound and a half off its aluminum counterpartAAAand thatAAAs without sacrificing anything to the stiffness department. ThatAAAs right; youAAAre looking at a six pound (2.72kg), six-inch trail bike.This is the first Yeti SB (Super Bike) series frame to feature collet-type pivot hardware, which ensures the correct bearing preload while protecting the structural integrity of the carbon fiber. Enduro Max angular contact bearings fill the bores and offer ultra-tight, flex-free tolerances while easily managing side loads that would send conventional cartridge bearings straight to the dump.The heart of the SB line lies in the suspension design. Unlike multi-link systems, which require linkages packed in between the main triangle and rear triangle, YetiAAAs Switch Technology features an eccentric mechanism buried low in the frameAAAenabling super-short chain stays and a low center of gravity for lively handling. This compact eccentric continuously adjusts the lower pivot position for a rearward, small-bump-damping axle path while maintaining a firm, pedal-friendly platform. Towards the end of the suspensionAAAs travel, the eccentric rotates in the opposite direction for a responsive mid-stroke, and finally to the end position where the suspension becomes progressively stiffer to provide big hit absorption. Think efficient pedaling perfectly meshed with big hit capabilities.Aside from the major drop in heft, updated bearings, and hardware, the SB-66 C chassis is loaded with new-school features. The boys in Colorado provide the option to run a triple, double, or single ring with a chain guide thanks to removable ISCG tabs.