The Lynx effect: Why you should check out BH’s killer new all-mountain bike

Looking for a new trail/all-mountain rig? Spain’s BH Bikes probably aren’t the first company that spring to mind. But their new Lynx 6 is shaping up to be one of the bikes of the year. Here’s why…

‘It looks like a Trek’

A little bit maybe, but only because it uses Dave Weagle’s Split Pivot suspension design which, like Trek’s ABP, pivots around the rear axle. The Lynx 6 uses Fox’s latest CTD dampers and Dave worked closely with them on the design. The result is a suspension feel that’s second-to-none.

US suspension guru Dave Weagle has had a big hand in the development of the BH Lynx 6

Weight watchers

The top-of-the-range carbon fibre Lynx 6 tips the scales at 12kg/26.46lb complete, while the frame drops in at only 2.55kg/5.62lb including shock. That’s bloody light for such a capable bike.

It’s a looker

Those carbon curves and the classy paintjob add up to something pretty special, don’t you think? Just a shame about the tangled web of cables leading to the CTD dampers and dropper post.

Fox's CTD system makes it easy to switch the bike from mountain goat to demon descender but it also means extra cables. Picture by Oli Woodman

Rare as rocking horse s***

You won’t bump into too many other riders on one of these in the US or UK – something you certainly can’t say about the latest Specializeds, Treks and Giants.

Specs appeal

The top-end carbon Lynx 6 comes in at a cool £7,000 (US pricing TBC) but don’t worry if your pockets aren’t that deep – there’ll be several other builds, with prices starting at £2,699 for the cheapest aluminium-framed version.

Six top-end Lynx 6s - that'll be £42,000, please! Thankfully, more wallet-friendly builds will also be available. Picture by Oli Woodman

For more on the BH Lynx 6, check out Oli’s first ride review on BikeRadar.