The names are funny. And you can give your bike its own name if you want

JTS and major Jake are Al with carbon forks. That means the frame is all aluminum, unlike last year, though I'm not convinced it's a bad thing. They might have slightly harsher rides, however it'll be more durable. Cross bikes take a lot of abuse.

Also, I know this isn't the xc forum, but it's also great that they appear to have bitten the bullet and put Tiagra shifters on the Jake instead of Sora. Sweet.

I like the bright colors. It's fun. But I'm odd that way.

I am curious as to their reasoning on the bent top tubes for the xc bikes. Easier dismounts? Not really relevant for xc, right?