Demo Mullet vs Demo 29: Specialized DH Bikes Head-to-Head

One of our fastest testers, Brian Buell, feels things out with several back-to-back rides and four mock race laps on two versions of the @Specialized Bicycles Demo. Where does each one shine? Which one is faster? Game on! If you've browsed Specialized's website recently, you'll see they still offer multiple versions of the Demo downhill bike, including the Demo Race with its 27.5 x 29-inch "mullet" wheel setup and the Demo Race 29 with dual big wheels. In this video, we compare and race the bikes. Our goal was to see which is quicker on the Purgatory World Cup course near Durango, Colorado, and to get a feel for the moments on trail where each bike excels. Demo Highlights: Dual 29" and 27.5 x 29" mullet models 200mm (7.9-inches) front and rear travel Downtube, chainstay, and seatstay guards Full internal cable routing with the option for full external brake BSA threaded bottom bracket with ISCG05 chain guide mounts Boost 12x148mm rear axle Trunnion mount 225x75mm coil shock Oversized pivot cartridge bearings with sealed bolt heads Rear shock guard Sizes: S2, S3, S4 Lifetime frame warranty MSRP: $6,500 USD (Race 29) or $6,800 (Race Mullet) When it comes down to it, the Race model just affords the rider more options. If you have the mental fortitude and a spare 29-inch wheel to utilize the multiple geo settings, then the mullet-equipped horse can adapt to any course. Visit https://www.specialized.com/ for more details. Video by Brandon Turman and Justin Schroth