{"id":102757,"date":"2017-04-12T05:34:25","date_gmt":"2017-04-12T05:34:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.polygonbikes.com\/polygon-xquarone-ex-review-sicklines\/"},"modified":"2026-01-09T15:41:39","modified_gmt":"2026-01-09T08:41:39","slug":"polygon-xquarone-ex-review-sicklines","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.polygonbikes.com\/ca\/polygon-xquarone-ex-review-sicklines\/","title":{"rendered":"Sicklines Spotlights XQUARONE EX8 & EX9 MTB"},"content":{"rendered":"

When Sicklines<\/strong> first reviewed the XQUARONE EX MTB Series<\/strong>, the takeaway was clear: this lineup doesn’t just enter the market, it changes the conversation about what an MTB<\/strong><\/a> should be.<\/p>\n

Developed in collaboration with suspension innovators NAILD<\/strong>, the XQUARONE EX8 and EX9 <\/strong>mountain bike were built to become a true one-bike quiver. With 180mm of travel<\/strong> on a 27.5-inch wheel platform<\/strong>, they blend trail efficiency with downhill MTB<\/strong><\/a> capability, allowing riders to climb further, descend harder, and ride longer without compromise.<\/p>\n

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Built to Extend Possibility<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Both XQUARONE EX8<\/strong> and EX9 <\/strong>mountain bikes feature full ACX carbon frames paired with 180mm of suspension travel, a combination designed for long adventures, technical trails, and demanding terrain. Riders gain the ability to cover more distance, handle tougher features, and return with greater confidence.<\/p>\n

Sicklines also emphasized how quickly the XQUARONE MTB bike series moves over obstacles<\/strong>, improving lap times while keeping riders comfortable and in control. Something traditionally associated with multiple specialized bikes rather than one.<\/p>\n

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Trusted by World-Class Riders<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Our top athletes have been integral to development and validation.<\/p>\n

Mick Hannah explains:<\/p>\n

“The XQUARONE is the best bike I’ve ever ridden… I can climb bigger mountains than ever before without losing the fun on the way back down.”<\/em><\/p>\n

Freeride icon Kurt Sorge adds:<\/p>\n

“This is the adventure bike I’ve always wanted — capable of big missions while still handling everything I throw at it.”<\/em><\/p>\n

For Sicklines and for these athletes, the XQUARONE MTB bike series<\/strong> represents evolution, a platform able to handle freeride abuse, long-distance missions, and downhill mountain bike<\/strong><\/a> performance in one package.<\/p>\n

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A New Benchmark in Versatile MTB Performance<\/strong><\/h2>\n

With the arrival of the Polygon XQUARONE EX8 and EX9 <\/strong>mountain bikes, we delivers more than innovation; it delivers a new mindset in MTB<\/strong><\/a> design. <\/p>\n

Riders no longer need separate bikes for long climbs, technical trails, and aggressive descents. One refined, downhill MTB-inspired<\/strong> platform can now do it all.<\/p>\n

For riders seeking a forward-thinking full suspension mountain bike<\/strong><\/a> built to push boundaries, the XQUARONE EX MTB Series<\/strong> shows exactly why Sicklines praised Polygon as a brand redefining what modern mountain biking can look like.<\/p>\n

Read the full article here<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

Ready to see what’s next in performance and innovation? Explore our latest MTB lineups and discover the bike built for your next adventure.<\/p>\n\n

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