You can't broaden the mind if you're not comfortable. That's why the Kathmandu is built with our renowned Efficient Comfort Geometry, which puts you in the optimum position for the best blend of comfort and performance “ mile after mile after mile. Lightweight double-butted tubing saves weight where possible and maintains stiffness and strength where needed, so the Kathmandu remains stable and predictable on any road, and carrying any load. Speaking of which, our engineers are particularly proud of the IC 2.0 luggage carrier, which combines sleek looks with exceptional strength, rigidity and ease of use. And neat touches like cables routed inside the down tube and a kickstand mounted directly to the rear dropout mean you can be assured we've thought of everything. Just don't forget to pack your toothbrush...Whether you're heading to the ends of the earth or just to the edge of the map, you'll need a bike that you can rely on. The Kathmandu EXC with 3x10 Shimano gears will get you there “ and back “ in comfort and style, no matter how long your journey. Built with the reassurance of having passed our rigorous in-house lab testing with flying colours, you can be certain that it's tough enough to accompany you on your adventures for many years to come. Lightweight double-butted tubing saves weight where possible and maintains stiffness and strength where it's needed so that, combined with our Efficient Comfort Geometry, the Kathmandu EXC remains stable and predictable on any road, carrying any load. Our exclusive Integrated Carrier 2.0 is the strongest, stiffest possible platform for carrying your essential gear, with sleek lines to complement the frame's great looks and an integrated rear light. With the huge range of Shimano's legendary 3x10 transmission, you'll be able to make light work of any hill “ and powerful hydraulic disc brakes will keep your speed in check on the way back down, too. The Suntour air suspension fork is adjustable for any rider or load, and takes the edge off even the most potholed and rutted of routes. Add the full-length mudguards, dynamo-powered light set and kickstand, and it's all you need for adventures both far and wide.