Spot Bikes has unveiled the Diggity 125, a trail bike that embodies a decade of innovation in their proprietary Living Link suspension system. This model is designed to deliver a harmonious blend of agility, responsiveness, and descending prowess, catering to riders who seek a deep connection with the trail.
Living Link Suspension: A Decade of Innovation
Introduced ten years ago, Spot’s Living Link suspension system has undergone continuous refinement, now in its third generation. This evolution has resulted in a suspension platform that offers advanced anti-squat and leverage rate curves with fewer components, reduced weight, and enhanced simplicity compared to contemporary designs. The Diggity 125 leverages this refined system to provide a responsive and efficient ride. (pinkbike.com)
Frame Design and Features
The Diggity 125 features a full carbon frame that balances strength and weight, achieving a claimed weight of 5.3 pounds for a size large without the shock. A notable design element is the Slaybar, a truss-like tube that spans between the downtube and seat tube, distributing loads evenly and allowing for a more consistent frame flex. This design choice contributes to the bike’s overall strength-to-weight ratio and enhances its handling characteristics. (pinkbike.com)
Geometry and Handling
Spot has optimized the Diggity 125’s geometry to offer a lively and efficient ride. The frame features a 65.2-degree head tube angle and a 435mm chainstay across all sizes, providing stability and responsiveness. Seat tube angles range from 76.5 to 77.5 degrees, steepening with frame size to accommodate different rider preferences. Reach measurements start at 415mm on a small frame, extending in 30mm increments up to 505mm on an XL, ensuring a comfortable fit for a wide range of riders. (singletracks.com)
Componentry and Build Options
The Diggity 125 is available as a frameset or in three complete builds, each tailored to different rider needs:
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Frameset: Priced at $3,799, it includes the frame and a RockShox Deluxe Ultimate shock.
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4-Star Build: At $6,299, this build features a RockShox Pike Select fork, SRAM Eagle 90 Transmission, and SRAM Motive Bronze brakes.
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5-Star Build: For $6,899, this configuration upgrades to a SRAM GX AXS Transmission and includes a RockShox Pike Select fork.
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6-Star Build: Priced at $9,999, this top-tier build offers a SRAM XX AXS Transmission and a RockShox Pike Ultimate fork.
Each build is designed to complement the Diggity 125’s performance characteristics, allowing riders to choose a setup that aligns with their specific riding style and preferences. (spotbikes.com)
Availability
The Diggity 125 is currently available for preorder through Spot Bikes’ official website. Given the bike’s innovative design and the brand’s reputation for quality, it’s expected to be a popular choice among trail enthusiasts. (spotbikes.com)
In summary, the Spot Diggity 125 represents a culmination of a decade’s worth of engineering and design, offering a trail bike that is both quick and capable. Its refined Living Link suspension, thoughtful frame design, and versatile build options make it a compelling choice for riders seeking a high-performance trail bike.