Reynolds 631 air-hardened chromoly gains strengh in the weld zone area allowing the tubing to be drawn thinner for a lighter, stiffer frame with outstanding "feel" Manitou Relic Super features 100mm of coil sprung/TPC damped suspension with external preload & rebound adjustors and lockout Shimano new Deore XT rear derailleur features a wide link design for greater rigidity & more precise shifting Shimano new Deore LX Rapidfire shifters offer a "2-way" release, allowing the upper lever to be pulled with the forefinger or pushed with the thumb depending upon rider preference Hayes Sole hydraulic disc brakes offer more power, better feel & require less maintenance Easton EA30 cockpit parts features Easton's proprietary aluminum taper wall technology, a cold working process that eliminates stress points & dissipates impact energy evenly WTB Rocket V Comp saddle offers a slim contoured shape with small "whale-tail" rear that enhances pedaling leverage 179,000 yen 13",15",17"