The Element has been designed to achieve the perfect balance between lightweight cross-country efficiency and technical precision – it truly offers the best of both worlds and more. It is lighter than ever and features improved suspension kinematics, giving you everything you need to set the pace and leave the competition behind. Its geometry and suspension push the boundaries of modern cross-country riding, ensuring absolute confidence on technical terrain and high-speed singletracks. A standout feature of the Element is the introduction of the flexible Smoothlink SL rear triangle. We have eliminated the conventional pivot point, which not only optimizes weight but also increases stiffness in the rear triangle. The lightweight and refined design retains the high-quality ride feel of our traditional Smoothlink design, clearly putting the Element ahead of its rivals. We have revamped the frame design with a completely new carbon layup and a flexible link suspension design, resulting in a weight savings of over 350g. At the same time, we have increased stiffness in critical areas to enhance performance at full speed.