Cross Country Race Bike Vs Down Country Bike | Which Is Faster For XC?

XC races are becoming more and more technical, especially on the descents. That, coupled with a growing trend for 'underbiking,' has resulted in the Down Country bike. But which is fastest around a technical Cross Country race loop? An XC thoroughbred, or a beefed up DC bike? We found out with the help of Merida's new Ninety-Six RC and Ninety-Six full suspension cross country bikes.

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