2014 Eva 7.5

Technology: 2014 Eva Series

DWELL IN POSSIBILITY

For Women, by Women

All Eva 27.5 models have new women-specific frames with women- tailored sizing. Lightweight yet strong, they offer an optimized fit for a confident, fun and rewarding ride.

We started with a wide 28mm rim that spreads out and increases the tire's contact patch, offering better traction. Going one step further, we used a bigger tire with an aggressive tread pattern. Combined, these elements deliver a more comfortable ride with greater traction, offering new riders the confidence of control while navigating single track.

We asked a panel of female riders which touch-point components they liked best and which aesthetics they preferred to ensure the best possible experience out on the trail.The Eva saddles are women-specific and our handle bar widths and stem lengths have been individually selected for every frame size to ensure optimal fit and handling.The grips have a slightly smaller diameter to accommodate smaller hands, and our Eva 7.5 and 6.5 models feature a slim-diameter ergonomic grip to increase comfort even further.

The graphics and colors for the Evas were created by a woman and selected by our female feedback panel. Today, the Evas represent a new level of women's feedback, influence, and enthusiasm for the Raleigh brand. We're proud to say our women's line is the best it's ever been. And it's never looked this good.

Why 27.5" Wheels?

The all-new women-specific Eva 27.5 collection would be Goldilocks' pick for trail riding. This just-right size rolls faster and easier than the 26 over obstacles in the trail, and offers a fit for her that the 29er simply can't. In other words, confidence-inspiring fit with uncompromising trail agility. Proper Mountain Bike fit is largely driven by stack height. Having the handle bar at the correct height ensures maximum control and greatest comfort. Based on our database of bike fittings the stack height of a 27.5" wheel offers the best fit for a very large percentage of women. More than 90% of women in the United States are between 5'0" and 6'0". Based on this we determined that 27.5" wheels are the best fit for the vast majority of female riders in the U.S. We strongly believe in the benefits of the larger 29er wheel, but we see proper fit as crucial to having fun and being in control on the trail.