2013 Carbon Covert from Transition Bikes
The 2013 Carbon Covert is Transition Bike’s first carbon frame offering. The 160mm travel Covert was the perfect candidate to bring to carbon as it allowed the bike to shed weight, improve strength, add new features, and update the look at the same time.
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Transition Bikes took the essence of the previous Covert, but started from the ground up to produce something all new and extremely exciting. For design inspiration they looked outside the bike world towards Italian super cars. The carbon material allowed a no compromise design approach that allowed them to achieve exactly what they envisioned; powerful lines and a unique bold look. The frame uses some exciting new materials and an evolved suspension platform for the best possible performance on the trail.
![2013 Transition Carbon Covert]()
The 2013 Carbon Covert is the first bike on the market to offer both C.O.C.K. and B.A.L.L.S. technology. The Completely Optimized Carbon Kinetics utilized in production of the carbon structure are an industry first; only available on Transition Bikes. The careful use of C.O.C.K. makes the Carbon Covert one of the strongest frames on the market today. The Basically Aligned Linear Leverage System suspension works with the shock making the suspension incredibly easy to tune; once again, only available on Transition Bikes. Our B.A.L.L.S. are only there to make sure you have fun on the trail. Unlike other suspension systems, our B.A.L.L.S. aren’t overly complicated, it’s just the right suspension technology to keep the ride smooth and predictable.
![C.O.C.K. amp B.A.L.L.S Technology]()
Working in conjunction with the B.A.L.L.S. suspension system, the 2013 Carbon Covert features a longer 8.5” x 2.5” custom tuned Fox CTD Adjust rear shock. The longer shock helps contribute to improved suspension performance and easier shock setup for riders of any size. The rear travel has been increased from 150mm to 160mm further expanding the performance in gnarly terrain. For riders looking for ultimate downhill performance, an optional Fox RC4 coil shock is available as well. The B.A.L.L.S. suspension system uses a higher main pivot placement for improved pedaling performance with modern 2x10 and 1x10 drivetrain setups. An all new hardware system, with single allen key tightening, has been developed to keep the pivots tight. While the front triangle features full internal cable routing, including the Reverb Stealth routing for clean looks and integrated performance.
![2013 Transition Carbon Covert]()
![2013 Transition Carbon Covert]()
![2013 Transition Carbon Covert]()
FEATURES
Carbon Front Triangle with Carbon Seatstay and Alloy Chainstay and Rocker
160mm Rear Travel
8.5” x 2.5” Fox CTD Adjust Custom Tuned Rear Shock
Optional Fox RC4 Coil Shock Available
All Front Triangle Cable Routing is Internal
Reverb Stealth Seat Post Routing
New Pivot Hardware System
12 x 142mm Dropouts (10 x 135mm Dropouts Sold Separately)
Press Fit 30 Bottom Bracket Shell
Frame Weight 6.75 lbs (Including Rear Shock and Rear Axle)
PRICE: To Be Announced
C.O.C.K & B.A.L.L.S Technology (Only Available From Transition Bikes)
GEOMETRY
Head Tube Angle: 66.5 Degree (Fox 36 160mm) / 67 Degree (Fox 34 160mm)
Chainstay Length: 430mm
Seatube Length: Sm 563, Md 593, Lg 623mm
Reach: Sm 378mm, Md 406mm, Lg 431mm
Wheelbase Length: Sm 1106mm, Md 1137mm, Lg 1169mm
Bottom Bracket Height: 349 mm
![2013 Transition Carbon Covert]()
The 2013 Carbon Covert will be available in three colors (Lemon Lime Metallic, Stealth Black & Matte White) with multiple build kit options to meet different rider preferences and price points. MSRP TBA.
Click here to view the Carbon Covert at TransitionBikes.com
 | In my mind, this bike really represents the ultimate no holds barred quiver killer. It's really everything I would want in a single do-everything type of bike and we've tried pretty hard to ensure all the right features are there without including things that don't really matter. A big goal of ours with this project was to develop something with very unique lines that you don't often see in bicycle frame design...and we feel we've really accomplished that. This was a long development effort so we're pretty pumped to finally unveil our first carbon frame. - Kyle Young, Transition Bikes owner |
Transition Bikes took the essence of the previous Covert, but started from the ground up to produce something all new and extremely exciting. For design inspiration they looked outside the bike world towards Italian super cars. The carbon material allowed a no compromise design approach that allowed them to achieve exactly what they envisioned; powerful lines and a unique bold look. The frame uses some exciting new materials and an evolved suspension platform for the best possible performance on the trail.
The 2013 Carbon Covert is the first bike on the market to offer both C.O.C.K. and B.A.L.L.S. technology. The Completely Optimized Carbon Kinetics utilized in production of the carbon structure are an industry first; only available on Transition Bikes. The careful use of C.O.C.K. makes the Carbon Covert one of the strongest frames on the market today. The Basically Aligned Linear Leverage System suspension works with the shock making the suspension incredibly easy to tune; once again, only available on Transition Bikes. Our B.A.L.L.S. are only there to make sure you have fun on the trail. Unlike other suspension systems, our B.A.L.L.S. aren’t overly complicated, it’s just the right suspension technology to keep the ride smooth and predictable.
| When we first met in the lab to develop these new technologies, I didn't realize just how big they would become. I am proud to see this bike released so everyone can experience the ultimate package. - Sam Burkhardt, Transition Bikes product manager |
Working in conjunction with the B.A.L.L.S. suspension system, the 2013 Carbon Covert features a longer 8.5” x 2.5” custom tuned Fox CTD Adjust rear shock. The longer shock helps contribute to improved suspension performance and easier shock setup for riders of any size. The rear travel has been increased from 150mm to 160mm further expanding the performance in gnarly terrain. For riders looking for ultimate downhill performance, an optional Fox RC4 coil shock is available as well. The B.A.L.L.S. suspension system uses a higher main pivot placement for improved pedaling performance with modern 2x10 and 1x10 drivetrain setups. An all new hardware system, with single allen key tightening, has been developed to keep the pivots tight. While the front triangle features full internal cable routing, including the Reverb Stealth routing for clean looks and integrated performance.
FEATURES
Carbon Front Triangle with Carbon Seatstay and Alloy Chainstay and Rocker
160mm Rear Travel
8.5” x 2.5” Fox CTD Adjust Custom Tuned Rear Shock
Optional Fox RC4 Coil Shock Available
All Front Triangle Cable Routing is Internal
Reverb Stealth Seat Post Routing
New Pivot Hardware System
12 x 142mm Dropouts (10 x 135mm Dropouts Sold Separately)
Press Fit 30 Bottom Bracket Shell
Frame Weight 6.75 lbs (Including Rear Shock and Rear Axle)
PRICE: To Be Announced
C.O.C.K & B.A.L.L.S Technology (Only Available From Transition Bikes)
GEOMETRY
Head Tube Angle: 66.5 Degree (Fox 36 160mm) / 67 Degree (Fox 34 160mm)
Chainstay Length: 430mm
Seatube Length: Sm 563, Md 593, Lg 623mm
Reach: Sm 378mm, Md 406mm, Lg 431mm
Wheelbase Length: Sm 1106mm, Md 1137mm, Lg 1169mm
Bottom Bracket Height: 349 mm
| This is definitely the most exciting bike we have ever done. It took much longer than we anticipated, but when doing full suspension carbon you can't rush anything. Seeing carbon bikes being produced in person really makes you appreciate the massive amount of work that goes into each frame. I think there is a misconception that these bikes just pop out of molds and are good to go and that couldn't be further from the truth. Each frame is like a sculpted work of art. - Kevin Menard, owner of Transition Bikes |
The 2013 Carbon Covert will be available in three colors (Lemon Lime Metallic, Stealth Black & Matte White) with multiple build kit options to meet different rider preferences and price points. MSRP TBA.
Click here to view the Carbon Covert at TransitionBikes.com
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@ brit-100 isn't a split pivot/abp by your standards then? I understand the pivot is at the axle but its still going to make the same ark as a single pivot.
Please enlighten me mechanical engineers.
www.pinkbike.com/news/Split-Pivot-Devinci-explained-Dave-Weagle-2011.html
at about :58 he clams it to be single pivot.
i think i have to seat on it properly to feel the 'cock & balls' technology feels like....
The black one looks illegal. The yellow is sweet but the black one just looks unfair to the other bike manufacturers. That is bloody magic.
Finally a (nearlly full) Carbon frame worth my hard earned cash. Although the shaved 1lb off the normal frame. I'm impressed. Would be lighter if they mad the chainstay Carbon aswell. Prob a reason why they didn't do it?
Might wait out until the Specialized FSR patent runs out. i'm sure there'll be loads of other companies using that platform soon?
I can't wait until the FSR patents runs out. Isn't that happening soon?
forums.mtbr.com/specialized/anyone-know-when-fsr-patent-set-expire-489892.html
Hopefully that helps you out.
Thank you Transition, you have adressed EVERY SINGLE point where I think the aluminium covert could be better for me
I am not going to buy this frame next year - that's because my alu covert is just too wonderful bike to ride. But the carbon bike is going to be mine on 2014
Nice to see they bumped up to 160mm rear travel with this too
I shouldn't have to say "in my personal opinion" on every comment I make. Clearly it's based on my opinion of a better bike. But for your information, I have ridden almost every conceivable suspension design in the bike industry and I believe VPP to be one of the best.
i just dont like transition. from day 1 their bikes have been mediocre at best but they for some reason they have a cult like following. they also used to out everyone on their "team" and sell a bike at cost, hurting LBS which is the life blood of our industry. maybe that has changed????? in 08 i was at national with my brand new 303; brand new world cup boxxer, ti spring (rare back then), i9 wheels etc .... and my buddy was on a very basic blindside. some groms walked up and said "nice bike" and i said thanks, then one said, no i meant the blindside. ive never been a fan, and probably never will.
with that said this bike does look sweet as well as the 450, although the 450 is a curvy version of the Ventana they made 4-5 years ago
as far as the santa cruz vs transition debate: how many world cup races has the v10 won? how many has transition?
ive ridden a lot of bikes since i started racing DH in 2000, and the carbon v10 and blur lt carbon are 2 of the best riding bikes i've thrown a leg over.
end rant
@meathooker wasn't your 303 a SP?
I think noels 4x4 is my favorite suspension but Ive never seen it in a world cup, that must mean its complete sh^t.
Reach: Sm 378mm, Md 406mm, Lg 431mm"
I think you have these backwards. A 563mm seat tube length would equal a 22.1 inch frame!
What's the story on the weight though, according to the website, the full build is the same weight as the alu version despite the lighter frame and I assume lighter 34 forks?
Can anyone explain this?
I guess the cock and balls do become pretty big,
BB press fit? Mmm. I guess I can deal with that
If you don't wanna use a reverb? Like in the video you'll have some nice cable binder around the top tube of your 2500$ frame (price is just a guess, but I'd be surprised if it would come to 2000$), or at least around the seat tube. Yeah, could be ok
This is evolution, my friends.....
But really beauty
Gotta love wacky NorthWest FreeRide Manufacturers
nice looking frame though
www.bikerumor.com/2012/04/28/spotted-prototype-titus-el-guapo-29er-big-travel-budget-brawler
Recently, Transition frames have begun to escalate in price. They're appealing to a more high end market with bikes like the TR250, rather than everyman huckers like the Blindside and Bottlerocket.
You're assumption that the Blindisde will be their next 650B bike is ludicrous. Have you browsed their catalog? Why update an aging mid-price freeride frame with 650B wheels, a size better suited for xc and trail bikes, instead of refreshing the TransAm or Bandit? Aka the only two bikes in their current line up being offered in a 29" format.
What about price?
but, what a peach!! well done transition....please now, since you are so clever, fix the flex on the blindside.
"Hey let's see how UNclever our humor can be! Let's drop to middle school PE locker talk! That's rad, bro!"
but judging by the comments preceding mine, apparently the 12-year-old boys in here like the names. way to cheer it on, children!