CHUMBA just released the all-new Yaupon Steel, a drop-bar 29er all-terrain bicycle (ATB) built around a 120mm fork, clearance for 29 x 2.6″ tires, and a relatively modern geometry. Find all the details here…

According to Austin, Texas-based CHUMBA, their new Yaupon is an ATB at heart and is designed for everything from singletrack to multi-day bikepacking. It’s “about making big possibilities into reality.” The Chumba Yaupon features an adaptable geometry with a sliding rear dropout, a 68° head tube, 120mm fork capability, and clearances for big tires—it’s shown with 29 x 2.4″ rubber (with clearance for 2.6″ and 27.5×2.8″). The Yaupon also has a longer reach designed for use with a shorter stem and wider bars. Read on for specs from CHUMBA and a variety of photos.

Chumba Yaupon Steel drop-bar ATB
  • Chumba Yaupon Steel drop-bar ATB
  • Chumba Yaupon Steel drop-bar ATB

CHUMBA Yaupon Ride Quality

These claims are quoted directly from the CHUMBA press release:

  • The Yaupon steel is at home tackling technical trails, but foremost it’s meant for the longest rides in the most comfortable and fun way possible.
  • A slack 68º head tube finds the flow in rough terrain.
  • A steep seat tube angle and other geo numbers combine to keep the front end planted under difficult climbs.
  • A balanced bottom bracket is positioned to bring out the rest of the geometry and plant the bike in corners whether seated or floating.
  • The bike is spirited out of the saddle and rather huckable, but the comfort of the design allows for a long day seated.
  • The wheelbase offers great maneuverability when picking lines on the trail and threading through in tight corners.
  • Smooth and predictable compliance from Chumba Oversized Select Double Butted Tubing, built of the best tubing available.
  • Chumba Yaupon Steel drop-bar ATB
  • Chumba Yaupon Steel drop-bar ATB
  • Chumba Yaupon Steel drop-bar ATB
  • Chumba Yaupon Steel drop-bar ATB
  • Chumba Yaupon Steel drop-bar ATB

Build Quality

These claims are quoted directly from the CHUMBA press release:

  • Made in USA quality, built in house in Austin, TX.
  • Seat-stays are custom diameter to each frame size for the smoothest ride.
  • Chumba Oversized Select Double Butted Tubing and PMW stainless steel sliding dropouts, mean this bike will exceed your expectations and provide years of reliable trail service. Oversized tubing yields larger tube miters for strength.
  • Clean thoughtful cable routing w/ stainless steel braze-ons. Including stainless top tube bag mounts and cargo cage mounts under down tube.
  • Flawless frame miters, all tubes are heat sunk and argon purged when welded to prevent distortion and material thinning.
  • Machined head tube for use with tapered or straight forks.
  • Many Frame customizations available.

The CHUMBA Yaupon Steel frame starts at $1,895 with your choice of color. Find details over at ChumbaUSA.com.

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