Transition Covert Review
Transition is known for having some great bikes, and the Covert is one of the staple bikes of their 2010-11 lineup. This all-mountain “machine” can climb like crazy while keeping the ride smooth and consistent on the rolly terrain. In the steeps it can rage the descents like its bigger TR brothers due to a slack 66.2 degree head angle. The 45″ wheelbase handles high speeds with dominating confidence, and still allows agile maneuverability in switchbacks and tight areas. Accenting the do-it-all geometry is 5.9″ of rear travel on a Fox DHX Air shock and a nice 160mm of travel on a Fox TALAS fork.
After a bit of it all, we came to realize the Covert can take the smoothest or roughest trails with authority. AUTHORITY! And you gotta respect it! This feeling of dominance and control is directly dispersed throughout the entire bike, allowing precise action and reaction between rider and “machine.” Whether you’re hitting gnarly root sections, or laying into deep corners, the laterally stiff rear end holds the bike where you want it. The Covert could be the quintessential bike for riders who seek it all, whether utilizing your XC legs, flowing the all-mountain singletrack, or spicing it up on the technical downhill. After numerous aggressive trail sessions on the Covert, we came to the conclusion that this is a bike with serious potential. If you haven’t seen the new Transition lineup, which includes the Covert, TR250, and TR450 make sure to check it out soon.
You can get the Covert with different parts kits, ranging from $3,606.00 – $4,207.00 MSRP. For more info visit TransitionBikes.com.
