Inside we take a look at the offerings from Protaper, Sun Ringle, Manitou, TRP, and Commencal.

Commencal had their Meta AM 29er on display that they’ve been teasing before Sea Otter.

The battery powered Commencal Meta Power 29 was also launched a few days ago that Commencal also has on display.

Meta Power details and gemoetry

ProTaper is well known in the moto industry and Hayes Components had the rebranded mountain bike components on display.

ProTaper has a variety of stems and handlebars new for 2018.

The Aluminum ProTaper handlebar is available in a variety of rises (1/2″,1″,3″, flat) with a 810mm width.

In addition to the aluminum handlebars there are new ProTaper EVO stems. They use T25 torx screws and are available in direct mount, 35 or 31.8 bar clamp, and sizes ranging from 30mm to 50mm.

On the surface, a stem may look simple, but under that beautiful veneer lies hours of 3D modelling, countless FEA revisions, and tons of real-world ride testing. We do all of this to make sure we have a light, stiff stem that can handle tremendous forces from every conceivable angle.

The ProTaper EVO Direct Mount Stem offers 3 positions (30mm,35mm,40mm) and has a 31.8mm bar clamp.

A good bar lineup isn’t complete without a carbon fiber offering and the new ProTaper Carbon ProTaper is offered in 810mm wide with rises (1/2″(31.8mm), 1″(31.8mm),and 1″(35mm).

Additionally there is a 20/20 handlebar (20mm rise, 20mm sweep, 31.8mm bar clamp).

Lastly for ProTaper, the ProTaper EVO pedal is new as well.   It is made from 6061 aluminum and has removable traction pins. It has a chromoly spindle with sealed bearings.

TRP brakes have built a quality brake that many riders love. The TRP brakes can be seen on many World Cup downhill racers bikes including Aaron Gwin, YT Mob, and many more.

G-Spec Quadiem

Quadiem

Last year Sun Ringle showed off many new Duroc  wheels and rims.  This year the Duroc sees improvements and more sizes as well.  Duroc is available in rim only options as well along with many widths and axle configurations including e-bikes.

The Duroc SD37 & SD42 is a evolution of the Duroc nameplate.  It offers Enduro racers and mountain bike riders a wider stance that is also e-bike approved for durability and strength.

Check out the cutaway differences between the Duroc SD37(left) and Duroc 35(right)

The Duroc is available with a heavy duty axle as well for e-bikes or riders looking for a stronger wheel system.

Manitou has also revamped their popular Circus dirt jumper fork. The new 26″ Circus Pro features 34mm stanchions, dorado air spring technology, HexLock SL, 15mm thru axle. Travel is 100 or 130mm.

Stay tuned for more 2018 Sea Otter Classic coverage.