We’ve covered the top 5 mountain bikes for 2023, so now it’s time to be a little more niche and show some love to cross-country.

It’s shaping up to be a big year for XC racing and in this video we highlight what some of the top professionals may, or may not, be riding.

We will be focusing not just on the top level of racing, there’s also a bike many of you won’t have heard of AND a budget-friendly option. Finally, a list truly for everyone.

Which bikes should have made the list? Let us know in the comments 👇

#xcbikes #crosscountry #mountainbikes

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Chapters
00:00 Intro
00:16 BMC Fourstroke
01:46 Scott Scale
03:14 Scorpi El Camös
04:38 Cervélo ZHT-5
06:44 Cannondale Scalpel HT

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