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LapierreProRace
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Origin
The ProRace is Lapierre's cross-country hardtail, a line that has chased XC race weight and stiffness for over a decade. The carbon ProRace CF stands out for its triple-triangle rear triangle, which Lapierre uses to introduce extra vertical compliance into an otherwise rigid race frame. The top UD SLI Team layup drops the frame to a claimed ~845 g in size M, pairing featherweight build with modern, slacker-than-old-school XC geometry for explosive acceleration on demanding trails and marathons.
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Specifications
- Frame
- Carbon (ProRace CF) in two layups: UD SLI Team (~845 g, size M) and a second-tier carbon (~970 g); aluminium frames on entry builds. Triple-triangle rear end for added compliance
- Weight
- kg
- Drivetrain
- 1x12 cross-country drivetrain — Shimano or SRAM (build-dependent)
- Brakes
- Hydraulic disc
- Wheels
- 29in, tubeless-ready
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The verdict
+Strengths
- Exceptionally light top-end carbon frame for XC racing
- Triple-triangle rear adds real comfort to a hardtail
- Modern XC geometry handles confidently at speed
−Weaknesses
- Hardtail comfort can't match full-suspension on rough terrain
- Top UD SLI Team builds command a premium
- Pure XC race focus limits versatility on bigger trails
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