Norco lifted the veil on the much anticipated 2020 Sight in October 2019 and its since been generating heaps of interest. For years, the brand has been mindful of the various frame dimensions required by different sized riders but their latest models have stepped it up considerably. Previously, Norco focused on front and rear weight distribution with lengthened rear centres, something most of the industry seems indifferent to, but in 2019 they moved toward a more holistic approach.
This focus has seen their MY20 Optic and now Sight leap ahead of many brands in terms of geometry and fit but they also include carefully considered setup guides targeted not just to rider weight but also body-type and composition. Beyond that users can nail down setup using skill level and riding style. It appears Norco is looking to give customers the best experience possible from their bikes, with less of the guesswork. Other manufacturers aim to do this as well but few appear to be digging as deep. While attempting to reach this goal, Norco spent more time on each model in the Sight range to provide what they feel is the best setup for a given parts package. That’s something we can all get behind because when better equipped to set up a bike, there’s more time to enjoy the ride it provides. Of course, this is provided the setup guides work.
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