There's probably no need to say too much about Yeti bikes. They're an American bike brand with a racing pedigree, known for their stubbornness and innovation. They have been operating since 1985. In between, they were under foreign ownership for a few years, and since 2001 they have persisted as one of the few cycling brands that is owned by its employees. Over the years, they have become known for the numerous laurels won on their creations. These surnames Tomac, Gwin, Graves, Rude, Kintner, Giove… sound familiar?
About the model
ARC began its journey back in 1992 , at the time as a purebred aluminum racing bike , as evidenced by the acronym ARC (Alloy Racing Composite). Perhaps it was because of the name that so many years passed before they introduced a carbon version, but the ARC remains in the repertoire due to its history and connection to the brand, despite the lack of "metal" in its composition.
The ARC model is no longer aimed at cross-country racing, it is also very useful on bikepacking adventures, and for many it replaces a full suspension bike and becomes a bike for all purposes. Although we know that one bike really does not fit all and in cycling the number N+1 applies, the Yeti ARC comes damn close.
Yeti ARC Specification
The presented bike was assembled to order and with the following components:
- Fox 34 Factory fork
- Shimano XTR derailleur and lever
- Shimano XTR cassette
- Cane Creek eeWings crankset
- Shimano XTR brakes
- Industry 9 UL280 rings
- Vittoria Mezcal tires
- Steering bearing Chris King
- Mcfk steering wheel
- ENVE handlebar stem
- ODI grips
- Fox Transfer dropper seatpost
- Mcfk Headquarters
- Crank Brothers pedals
Who is ARC for?
Both a competitive and recreational cyclist will feel good on such a bike. The bike is suitable for long trips or short local tours, perhaps not so much for bike parks, although even those are becoming more and more “smooth”.
