Hardtail vs Softail vs full-suspension – what’s best for XC racing in 2025?
Aug 24, 2025
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Jack Luke is joined by Tom Marvin to discuss his latest test, which pitched a traditional Cannondale Scalpel hardtail versus a softail Specialized Epic World Cup and a mid-travel Lauf Elja.
The pair discuss Tom’s racing chops, and the findings from his test.
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