Hoffman Bikes Condor Reissue

Hoffman BikesThe original Condor graphics, created by Davin Halford, were recreated for the Condor reissue.

WHAT IT IS:
The Hoffman 20th anniversary Condor frame is a reissue of Mat Hoffman's first signature HB frame. According to HB, the frame features the "original cosmetic design with modern day updates." Those updates include an integrated head tube drilled for gyro tabs, ovalized top and down tube with down tube gusset, externally machined Mid B/B, integrated seat clamp, removable brake mounts and 4mm thick dropouts. The geometry of the Condor has also been updated to include a 75 degree head tube angle, 71 degree seat tube angle, 11.5" B/B height and 8.75" seat tube height. Top tube sizes include 20.25" and 21", with chainstay length that runs from 13.75" to 15.25". Overall weight for the 21" top tube frame is 5.4 lbs.

WHY IT RULES:
Twenty years ago, the introduction of the Condor helped to revolutionize the BMX industry. No longer were riders risking their lives for the progression of the sport. The Condor's strength and modern geometry helped to push the boundaries of what was possible on a BMX bike, and countless acts of progression were documented on the many Condor frames sold since its introduction. The return of the Condor to the Hoffman Bikes line not only pays homage to one of the greatest BMX riders of all time -- it signifies a 20-year milestone in the history of Hoffman Bikes. And for all of us that marveled at Mat Hoffman and Hoffman Bikes on the early black and white pages of Ride BMX Magazine in 1992, the revolution that the Condor helped to create lives on.

Keith TreanorMat Hoffman and the 2012 Hoffman Bikes Condor frame, reintroduced almost 20 years after the first Condor.

WHERE TO FIND IT:
The Condor reissue is available from Empire BMX, Dan's Comp, or if you'd prefer to go the shop route, you can find your nearest HB dealer on the Hoffman Bikes website.

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