The DW-LINK Azure platform is engineered for marathon CX dominance.  Sculpted around the DW-LINK suspension system, the azure epitomizes XC performance in a racy package that everyday riders can enjoy.

The 2008 Azure's 6069 aluminum chassis and full sealed bearing pivots provide a stiff and responsive ride without having to worry about “ waif-bike” flex or breakage that cripples the other CX bikes on the market, the azure’s 90mm rear travel matches perfectly with a 100mm fork for an incredibly efficient but very compliant ride

In 2006, the Azure received critical acclaim from magazines and riders alike all around the world, and was a favorite of teams competing in marathon XC events like the Trans-Rockies Challenge. Building on this success, the 2008 version of the Azure is fine tuned elite racing machine that will keep in the front of the pack ALL day.

Iron Horse takes the best Cross Country frame on the market speed dating with the best components to bring you the super light, super fast, 2008 Azure Expert. Weighing in at just over 27lbs, the 2008 Expert is a conglomeration of the lightest, highest performing components in the industry.

With the Rock Shox Reba SL up front and the Fox float R in the rear, the suspension on this puppy will have you cornering on rails. A perfect balance of front and rear suspension, the azure lets you feel connected to the trail, but absorbs any obstacles that might throw you off your line – optimizing performance on every aspect of your ride.

The Juicy 7 Disc breaks offer enough power to stop a semi, but give the rider complete control of that power. This lets the rider effortlessly break in and out of turns with barely lifting a finger and is why the Juicy series is renowned for performance and reliability.

SRAM’s X9/X7 Drivetrain & FSA Moto Cranks will help you shift fluidly under the most stressful situation and translate every once of your energy into pedaling Power.

Finishing of this beast are the light, responsive, and durable DT Swiss X 1800 wheelset. These wheels are the final ingredient to a weight saving-power enhancing recipe that has the Azure Expert clearly at the top of its class.

PREMIUM SPECS:

● Rock Shox Reba SL, 100 mm travel

● SRAM X9/X7 Drivetrain

● AVID Juicy 7 w/160mm rotors

● DT/SWISS X 1800 Wheelset

● Crank Bros Smarty Clipless Pedals