The founder of Loco Tuning, which provide servicing and custom tuning for all mountain bike forks and rear shocks.

Simon said of the prototype bike:

• Held speed over varying terrain and trail features well.
• Good grip and tracking on front end.
• Progressive handling; slides predictably.
• Good fit for rider; was comfortable for me at 6’2”
• Very enjoyable ride; easy to ride quickly from the start.
• Finish and look of the prototype is a considerable improvement over the R-One.