2014 Norco Range C LE Bike

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I've had this bike for two season and have been extremely happy with everything about it. First of all, while descending the rear-end on the Range feels very plush. On successive hits, or extended rough sections, the Range couldn't be happier. It also pedals well, especially while seated. The Cane Creek shock with the climb switch allows short bursts of out of saddle pedaling, but there is some wallowing that happens if the gearing is too easy.

The geometry and sizing of this bike is perfect. Norco's decision to move the rear-enter back or forward depending on rider size is genius. It takes very little time to feel comfortable on the Range whether it is descending or climbing, everything just feels like it fits perfectly. It feels very stable at speed, yet corners well, thanks to a low center of gravity and excellent suspension kinematics. 

The only downside that I can offer is that after a full season of riding, I found a crack near the bottom shock eyelet. I've never had a frame crack before so I was pretty stressed out, would Norco stand behind their life-time warranty? I contacted my LBS who contacted Norco and I had a brand new frame within 3 days. Norco paid for the shop to change over my parts and I got a brand new frame. Great to see Norco stand behind their product and deliver quickly. 

Overall, this is a bike you could ride for fun as a weekend warrior, an enduro race privateer, or even in the bike park, and never doubt that you made the right decision.