Hardtail vs Softail vs full-suspension – what’s best for XC racing in 2025?

Jack Luke is joined by Tom Marvin to discuss his latest test, which pitched a traditional Cannondale Scalpel hardtail versus a softail Specialized Epic World Cup and a mid-travel Lauf Elja.   The pair discuss Tom’s racing chops, and the findings from his test.   https://www.bikeradar.com/features/tech/versus/what-makes-the-perfect-xc-race-bike Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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