Polygon has broadened its aggressive trail bike lineup with three new aluminium‑framed models, the Collosus T5, T6, and T8, designed to offer rugged capability without a premium price tag. These additions bring modern geometry, adaptable features and confidence‑inspiring performance to more riders.
Trail-ready geometry and adjustable design
The aluminium Collosus T bikes mirror the travel and angles of their carbon counterparts, tuned for both descending power and climbing comfort:
• 160 mm suspension travel up front
• 64.5° head angle, adjustable to 63.75° with headset cups
• 77° effective seat tube angle for efficient climbing
• Reach ranging from 440 mm to 505 mm across frame sizes
• Adjustable bottom bracket height
• Flip chip for switching between 29″ or mixed (MX) wheel setups
These geometry tweaks give riders the flexibility to tailor ride dynamics to terrain and personal preference.
Built‑in trail features
Polygon has integrated practical and performance‑focused design elements into the aluminium frames:
• IFS Compact suspension: A twin‑link rear suspension system offering 140 mm travel that improves traction and pedalling efficiency.
• PolyPocket frame storage: Hidden downtube storage with a Velcro insert for tools and spares, keeping essentials secure and quiet.
• 29″ and MX wheel compatibility with flip chips for handling different trail styles.
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T5, T6 and T8 variants explained
Each model in the range caters to different rider priorities, from capable entry trail builds to more refined setups:
T5 highlights
• RockShox Psylo Silver RC 160 mm fork
• RockShox Deluxe Select rear shock
• Shimano CUES 1×11 drivetrain
• Shimano MT420 brakes
• XFusion Manic LC dropper post
T6 upgrades
• RockShox Psylo Gold RC fork & Deluxe Select+ shock
• Shimano SLX 1×12 drivetrain
• Maxxis Dissector tyres for improved traction
T8 top‑end spec
• Fox 36 Performance fork & Fox Float Performance shock
• SRAM Eagle 70 T‑Type 1×12 drivetrain with UDH compatibility
• Magura MT5 brakes with larger rotors for stronger stopping power
All bikes come with a wide 780 mm cockpit setup and are available in small to extra‑large frame sizes.
Trail performance without compromise
Polygon’s aluminium Collosus T series brings much of the performance normally reserved for carbon trail bikes into a more accessible price bracket. By combining aggressive geometry, a refined suspension platform and thoughtful features like PolyPocket storage, the range delivers capable trail performance for riders seeking confidence on technical terrain and versatility on long rides.
Source: Polygon expands Collosus T aluminium range with new T5, T6 and T8 trail models
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