Life is complicated enough from nine to five, what you do in your off hours should be simple - it's time to hit the trail on the new JET 9. Enter your first mountain bike race, visit that MTB mecca or just crush souls on the after-work ride. It's the simple action of "doing" that's important and that is why we created the new Jet 9. 

Serious good looks, lighter weight, more CVA™ travel, the Jet 9 has all the technical refinements that define an XC dominator. Carbon wonderbikes are great, but you'll appreciate the new technologies that we utilize in our alloy frames, too. They are dream bikes within reach - airformed alloy with as many custom details as our RDO line, something you can log big miles on, day in and out. Sound like a bike that you might want in the garage? Yeah, us too.

XC FULL SUSPENSION 

The Niner that loves putting the pedal to the metal - The JET 9 is for riders who like to get there sooner or ride just a bit further. With over 30 glowing media reviews for ride quality and handling - the new JET 9 takes these characteristics and ups the ante with increased travel, a 142x12mm rear end and airformed aluminum alloy tubes that redefine performance and reduce frame weight. 

CVA™ SUSPENSION 

The JET 9 features Niner's patented CVA suspension (U.S. Patent No. 7,934,739) and delivers 100mm of fully active travel with superb compliance and damping via a tuned for CVA™ RockShox Monarch RT3 HV shock. For those seeking the technical advantages of 29" wheels combined with pedaling efficiency across all chainring combinations (not just the middle ring), CVA™ is the front-runner. The result? A faster, smoother ride up and down the trail. 

VERSATILE GEOMETRY 

To achieve maximum efficiency you need predictability, balance and nimble handling. Niner is the company that helped make fun and fast 29ers a reality. Climbing or descending, the geometry of the JET 9 is tuned to keep you in control and ready to conquer new terrain at every turn. The JET 9 is intended for 100 to 120mm forks, allowing riders to further fine tune the ride. 

AIRFORMED TUBING 

At just 6.3lbs for a medium frame, the new JET 9 sheds almost a pound over the last model. To achieve this reduction and actually increase strength we looked beyond traditional hydroforming to airforming. Shaping the frame tubes with compressed air in a heated mold gives us greater control over wall thickness and material uniformity, allowing the use of less metal. Tubes that are manipulated using this process can be up to 25% lighter than a similar hydroformed shape at the same strength. 

TAPERED HEADTUBE 

The increased surface area of a tapered headtube allows for a larger downtube, increasing strength and rigidity at this critical intersection. Tapered fork steerer tubes measurably reduce fork deflection, which means your Niner tracks straight and true. The full spectrum of riders from XC racers to All Mountain shredders benefit from these features which is why we incorporate the technology in all our frames. 

ATTENTION TO DETAIL 

From the head tube to the rear axle, we looked at every single detail and asked "can it be done better?" We've revised the shapes of the forged yokes and attachments, subjecting them to mechanical and real world testing to ensure they're as light and strong as possible. New linkage shapes increase strength and stiffness and shed a few more grams, the lower link has a pronounced asymetrical form to increase chainstay clearance. Saving weight doesn't mean skimping - pivots are still outfitted with Enduro Max full-complement sealed bearings for smooth, friction-free suspension.

*BioCentric II in max rearward/forward position. for complete geometry, see here. Note that the increased height and offset of the Fox 34 140mm fork yield approximately .5º slacker angles. 

The hardtail for riders that don't like hardtails. No twitchy high-posting around features you would hit on your "real" bike. No need to back off because your XC racing head angle prevents solid roosting. The ROS 9 won't judge your lines - it lets you write checks your skills might not be able to cash, and what is more exhilarating than that? Short chainstays, slack head angle, and oversized headtube nourish these Roots of Steel - all with the ability to tweak the geometry via the BioCentric II. Run this rig singlespeed, 1x or fully geared with a front derailleur if you roll that way. Remove the cable guides and front derailleur mount if you don't. Stealth routing for the dropper post keeps the ROS 9 fresh and clean. Sorry, the ROS 9 is not compatible with heartrate monitors or training plans but it will certainly earn you some PRs when you do your part keeping the rubber side down.   

WHAT MAKES THE ROS 9 TICK? 

The 4130 Cro-Mo tube set of the burly ROS 9 is the trusted standard for durability and ride quality. Following the lines and design language of the SIR 9, these tubes have been beefed up to handle the abuse the ROS 9 is designed to shrug off. The super-short chainstays provide a lofty front end feel while the slack HT angle keeps the front end composed at Mach Loony speeds. A neutral BB height can be made low or high to slay YOUR trails by positioning the BioCentric 2 where it will do the most good. 

Construction details abound - We borrowed the unique dropout design we developed for the SIR 9 to allow 142x12 Maxle use and house the stout alloy derailleur hanger. The dropout designs allow the chain stays and seat stays to be welded at any angle and provide far more surface area for a full weld around the tube's end. The front derailleur hanger is removable with an alloy cover. Internal dropper post routing is optional, another alloy cover closes the port if you choose not to use it. Externally routed dropper posts utilize mounts under the top tube. Tabs under the bottom bracket shell accept an proprietary MRP XCG bash guard for optional extra protection. Full-housing cable routing for front and rear derailleurs using Niner's bolt-on double housing clamps along top and down tubes complete the versatility. If you don't need the guides, take them off and enjoy the clean look of the frame in singlespeed mode. 

OVERSIZED HEADTUBE 

The oversized headtube of the ROS 9 allows the use of tapered fork steerer tubes that measurably reduce fork deflection, which means your Niner tracks straight and true. The full spectrum of riders from xc racers to all mountain shredders benefit from these features which is why we incorporate the technology in all our new frames. The ROS 9 Lets you take full advantage of increased steering precision as you get yourself into trouble.

BIO-CENTRIC II BOTTOM BRACKET SYSTEM 

The Niner BioCentric II makes adjustments easy across a wide range of gears and eliminates the need for adjustable dropouts, giving the cleanest possible solution for singlespeed use. No bolt on hubs, no chain tensioners cluttering your ride, no brake adjustments with gear changes. Additionally, BB positioning allows finetuning of geometry. Want shorter chainstays? A lower BB? Steeper or slacker seat angle? It's all achievable with the BioCentric II. 

Greater Range - The BioCentric II offsets the bottom bracket spindle 8.5mm from center, offering greater range of adjustment compared to a traditional EBB setup. More offset is a boon when changing gears without having to change chain length and it allows riders to make more noticeable changes to frame geometry. 

Reliable Function - Traditional EBB units are held in place with set screws that can become difficult to finely adjust over time, or expansion wedges that can deform the bottom bracket shell of the frame. Split bottom bracket shells that clamp an EBB can stretch or ovalize. The Bio-Centric II avoids these troubles by using two bolts to apply a clamping force on the outside edges of the BB shell, eliminating the possibility of ovalizing or indexing the shell itself. The BioCentric is a reliable system, strong enough for the ride style of ROS 9 riders.  

OVER $29,000 RAISED FOR IMBA!

WOW. Just wow. 

Thanks to the generous bids from Niner riders around the world, we raised over $29,000 dollars this year during our annual auction. We'd like to thank everyone who helped make this possible - SRAM, the Pro's Closet, all of the media that helped bring attention to our project and of course, Niner riders. Without all of you, IMBA couldn't exist!

THE HUB & PISGAH TAVERN, PISGAH FOREST, NC 

Okay, we admit it, we are a little bit in love with The HUB. On the way to some of the best trails we've ever seen, this shop is Niner central and exactly where you want to get your beta on trail conditions, river crossings and the best dinner plans for your North Carolina bike vacation. 

Owners Sam & Jordan Salman are dedicated to running a truly great bike shop and outdoor store for both locals and visitors to the Pisgah area. Friendly employees and amazing service make it the first place you stop in the morning, 6 beers on tap make it the place you end up after the ride. 

The HUB is a dedicated Niner shop - 29ers are the bike of choice amongst the staff and they are the stars of our new JET 9 campaign - that's Sam, John and Jimi in the pics and video up above. They were the first people to ride the new JET 9 outside of Niner, so stop by the shop to get their expert opinion on our new ride! 

Find the shop online here or like them on Facebook to stay connected for local rides and events. 

G FIT STUDIO, BOISE, ID

After 30 plus years of business, owners Mike Cooley and Tom Platt of George's Cycles, opened the G Fit Studio. The reins were passed to Jason Bauer to run the new location and an emphasis was placed on high end, high quality custom built bikes. The foundation of the shop is on creating a personalized experience for riders that is built on proper fit, and ensuring that when riders leave they are on their dream bike. In addition to providing high quality fits and builds, Jason and the crew take great pride in providing top quality service with an acute attention to detail.

Available demo bikes:

Air RDO S, M, L

Jet 9 Carbon S, M, L