Forbidden Druid - Avinox Powered

[jbrown15]

Any news about the possibility of e Druid framesets?

I was told by Forbidden complete bikes only.

 

[Lightme]

I was thinking about getting an S4 Core 1, but doesn’t seem like that’ll be easy any time soon! Most hike releases you can get your bike the week of the launch.

 

[Jazzii]

Any idea where in Europe I can place preorder for Core3 from first butch? Thanks.

 

[DirkWisely]

Any idea where in Europe I can place preorder for Core3 from first butch? Thanks.

They have a vendor list on their website. That's where I'd start.

 

[dirt-diggler]

I'm in a right conundrum over pre ordering one of these or a transition regulator cx.

My only concern is DJI support in the uk, I guess it's still early days to know how good they are with warranty issues?

 

[MTB-WALES]

I'm in a right conundrum over pre ordering one of these or a transition regulator cx.

My only concern is DJI support in the uk, I guess it's still early days to know how good they are with warranty issues?

Im the same got a bullit on order but not sure whether to wait for a forbidden instead im without a bike so need something soon as!
I’ve never ridden a forbidden so dont know what they ride like maybe need to get a demo on an analogue. When I enquired s3 was about June/July but that was on launch. I’m guessing they are moving quick

 

[Jazzii]

They have a vendor list on their website. That's where I'd start.

Dozens of them there, too much work to contact them, so I am asking because I red somewhere its possible to preorder, somewhere in Italy it was maybe. Dont remember where I red it.

 

[GregoryP]

My POLE Voima is hanging in there at the moment...going to let the dust settle in these new releases but currently Forbidden Core-E is looking like the replacement.

Be interested to know if I can run a 180mm fork on it though...

 

[ShapeThings]

Be interested to know if I can run a 180mm fork on it though...

They haven’t added the Druid E to the FAQ’s yet, but their other bikes have axle-to-crown limits. An upside down fork might be your solution.

 

[DirkWisely]

I do wish it didn't come with mavens. I hate heavy pull brakes.

 

[bakedbun]

Are there any reviews out in the wild yet? still skeptical about the geo, high stack shorter reach. Thought I saw a bike shop on instagram showing off a core with red zeb and noticed they had the stem slammed.

 

[jbrown15]

They haven’t added the Druid E to the FAQ’s yet, but their other bikes have axle-to-crown limits. An upside down fork might be your solution.

When we had our intro to the bike a few months ago with our Forbidden rep I asked him about being able to over fork the bike.

He said they don’t even want people bumping up the travel to 170mm. Throws off the geo to much in their opinion.

 

[Lightme]

When we had our intro to the bike a few months ago with our Forbidden rep I asked him about being able to over fork the bike.

He said they don’t even want people bumping up the travel to 170mm. Throws off the geo to much in their opinion.

That’s a very uncommercial thing to say!

 

[Flo7]

I pre ordered a Core 3 S2, should be delivered in May (Europe).

 

[Zimmerframe]

Unno Mith laid over a Core :

 

[Red Peekay]

My mate just became a dealer for Unno, I can get the bike at cost. Only problem is getting it back to the UK, can’t take it on the plane with the battery. I’d normally sell the battery in the US and buy one here in the UK but I can’t seem to find the DJI batteries for sale anywhere.

Yeah, sadly no Unno dealers down here in Oz...

 

[Jazzii]

I pre ordered a Core 3 S2, should be delivered in May (Europe).

May I ask you where please? Thanks!

 

[Red Peekay]

Trigger pulled today, Core 2 in Teal ordered. Added in Ridewrap and Vittoria airliner protect (both thrown in for free), size S4.

Estimated ETA at the moment is Oct/Nov, however it is in the "first batch" order out of Oz so could come earlier. Then again, mightn't see it till next year!! Interestingly, I was asking about price relative to the current Looney/Aud exchange rate (I'm hoping the looney tanks big time, particularly against the Oz dollar), because that should see a drop in price for us down here. The AD was saying there is some push back by dealers against the price, given what else in available at or around the price point ie. Santa Cruz Vala etc.

Will be interesting to see if Forbidden adjust or just say to hell with it, we have stacks of orders.

Anyway, more importantly, is it here yet?? Seriously, what is with the delay??

 

[whitymon]

Kind of bold to order one, like if it was a brand new car and having to wait 5-6 month for one (if not more ...). In the meantime, tons of thing could happen, different competitors, models etc.

 

[DirkWisely]

Kind of bold to order one, like if it was a brand new car and having to wait 5-6 month for one (if not more ...). In the meantime, tons of thing could happen, different competitors, models etc.

If it's anything like mine I just have a refundable deposit, so I can cancel it until it actually ships from Forbidden.

 

[Red Peekay]

Kind of bold to order one, like if it was a brand new car and having to wait 5-6 month for one (if not more ...). In the meantime, tons of thing could happen, different competitors, models etc.

Yeah true, but you're always chasing your tail in this regard. There is always the "next big thing" just around the corner. I mean how long do you wait? Unfortunately I don't see too many places holding Druid Core stock on the floor that one can take for a spin and make a decision. It's probably going to be well into next year before this even comes close. I'm currently grinding along on a '09 Santa Cruz Nomad to which I've fitted a Bafang 1000w motor. It's a great bike, but feeling it's age (and a 26'er at that). I am up for a new bike, so how long do I wait? Meh. A mate jumped on the Santa Cruz Heckler with the Fazua when it was first released and loves it. He got that sight unseen, just banked on the bike being a Santa Cruz, so would ride well regardless. I could jump on the Vala, but by the time I spec it up to what I'm getting, well it ain't going to be that much different in price. And I've always been into the smaller "boutique" brands anyway. Hence why the Santa Cruz back then.. shame they sold out. Going on some write ups, some are calling the Core the Dreadnought "lite", which apparantly is why there is no indication of a E-Dready being released. I guess with the extra travel on the Core, Forbidden reckon it will be a climbing beast and a descending monster. I'm hoping so!!

 

[dirt-diggler]

I had until to decide on a regulator cx which would be delivered this month (apparently) or too reserve a forbidden for delivery later this year.

I've gone for the regulator for a few reasons, mainly because I've never ridden a forbidden and can't test ride one near me where as I've owned many transitions and know what I'm getting. Hopefully a decision I wont regret.

Lack of reviews of the forbidden also didn't help me, there's no denying it's an amazing looking bike!

 

[whitymon]

Yeah true, but you're always chasing your tail in this regard…

Right but again when I need a bike I cannot picture waiting for 6 months. Getting a new bike end of season is also not that great as tons of discounts appeared.

At the very least if the deposit is refundable and low amount I could see it as a way to secure an order but not the end of my search.

I wish a dreadnought too, see no reason why not! Would gladly put a deposit this time lol.

 

[Dax]

I wish a dreadnought too, see no reason why not! Would gladly put a deposit this time lol.

It’s a reasonably safe bet that there will be a e-dreadnought if the e-Druid is successful.

 

[Ou812]

Yeah, sadly no Unno dealers down here in Oz...

Unfortunately it won’t work out for me either, Unno has suspended sales in the US until 2026 I can get it here in the UK but I’d have to pay full price, I haven’t bought a bike at retail in years and I imagine it won’t be discounted with all the inquiries my local shop is getting.

 

[Highland Wheels]

Got an S4 preordered now. Cited late August/Early September for arrival. Slim chance it may show up a bit earlier as I'm front of the que

In the UK

 

[doochenozzle]

Do you feel confident Forbidden will be able to sell in US by the end of the year (genuinely curious)? We have yet to see the Amflow in the US.

That's certainly the plan - they have dealers lined up and orders on the books. If they can beat the tariffs, assuming those come back in, in about 75 days... then for sure. Otherwise, I don't know if you can expect to sell bikes at a 36% markup on bikes of Taiwanese origin.

 

[DirkWisely]

That's certainly the plan - they have dealers lined up and orders on the books. If they can beat the tariffs, assuming those come back in, in about 75 days... then for sure. Otherwise, I don't know if you can expect to sell bikes at a 36% markup on bikes of Taiwanese origin.

The frame is Taiwanese, but is probably <1/4 the cost of the bike, so it wouldn't be a 36% price increase to the customer.

 

[Suns_PSD]

The frame is Taiwanese, but is probably <1/4 the cost of the bike, so it wouldn't be a 36% price increase to the customer.

Also, the tariff is on the wholesale cost, so even less.

 

[DirkWisely]

I just hope they already have the Avinox systems, or have some solution to getting them for less than whatever infinity% the Chinese tariffs will get to.