The New Thunder 29’s have a carefully designed Breezer D’Fusion Hydroformed Aluminum frame, which delivers a ride quality that resembles Joe’s famed 26” designs.

For 2012, Joe has refined and perfected his mountain bikes to a point of unparalleled speed and enjoyment. The New Thunder 29 frames feature advanced construction techniques in hydroformed aluminum, including D’Fusion Asymmetrical Chainstays and a BB92 Press-Fit Bottom Bracket for improved performance and tire clearance. This is not your ordinary aluminum 29” hardtail. It’s the epitome of evolution.

Most mountain bike enthusiasts know something of the Breezer’s illustrious history. Some might expect pure tradition from Joe, but mountain bikes have come a long way since 1977, and Joe’s focus is not on tradition. He likes things to work. And he spends a lot of time analyzing how and why things work. When a rider gets on a bike, it’s performance that counts. Performance comes from the integration of many things: high standards, the painstaking workmanship of frame builders, carefully chosen parts and Joe’s rigorous, thoughtful approach to design. From his unmatched 34 years of knowledge and experience gained as a cyclist, framebuilder, racer and designer, he distills simplicity.

Year of production: 2012

Configuration:

	Frame	D'Fusion hydroformed custom-butted 6066 aluminum
	Fork	Rock Shox Recon Silver TK 29 Solo Air 100mm
	Brakes	Shimano BR-M446 hydr. disc brake (180/160mm)
	Crankset	Shimano M552 10-speed, 24-32-42T
	Bottom Bracket	Shimano BB92 Press-Fit Bearing System
	Gear Shifters	Shimano Deore M591 30-speed
	Rear Derailleur	Shimano Deore XT M780 10-speed, SGS, Shadow Design
	Front Derailleur	Shimano Deore M590 10-speed, 34.9mm
	Cassette	Shimano HG-62 10-speed, 11-36T
	Chain	Shimano HG-54 10-speed
	Hubs	Shimano HB-M/FH-M595 Centerlock
	Rims	WTB LaserDisc Trail 29
	Tyres	WTB Bronson 29x2.2" Comp
	Stem	Oval M200 RBT, 6061 Aluminum, 31.8, 6°/84°
	Handlebar	Oval M250, 31.8 - Flat Bar, 710mm wide, 9° sweep
	Seatpost	Oval M200 TBT, 6061 Aluminum, 27.2x400mm
	Headset	Oval 1 1/8", Fully Integrated
	Grips	Breezer MTB Locking Grips
	Saddle	Oval R300, Satin Steel Rails
	Pedals	-
	Colour	Blue, Silver, White