Nukeproof to launch new Rook slopestyle frame at Sea Otter 2012
17 April 2012 | By gregberryNukeproof will launch their new Rook slopestyle frame on Thursday 19th April at this year's Sea Otter Classic in Monterey, California.
Built in collaboration with newly signed slopestyle rider Jack Fogelquist, Nukeproof have developed a revolutionary new frame featuring an integrated hydraulic gyro head tube. The integration of the gyro in the head tube allows for a low stack height of just 10mm – including headset cup – which is not possible on conventional frames.
The Rook has a low, mildly progressive leverage rate designed to give a stiff platform for dirt jumping or slopestyle when used with 150+ PSI. Additionally, due to the low leverage rate, the feel of the ride is highly tunable by altering the compression damping of the shock. Switching the shock to its minimum compression position and running below 150PSI provides a supple, active suspension feel for freeride or trail use.
The geometry of the Rook is optimised for a 110mm travel fork giving a 13” BB height and 69 degree head angle. Running the frame with a 160mm fork will raise the BB to 13.75” and slacken the head angle to a trail taming 66 degrees. Chainstays are kept short for pumping tight bowls and manualling.
We’ll be unveiling the prototype Rook in full at the Sea Otter Classic in Monterey, California, on Thursday 19th April.
