Voodoo updates the Bizango Carbon range with two new models
The 2023 Carbon and Carbon Pro models are available now, exclusively from Halfords in the UK
Halfords has given its Voodoo Bizango Carbon range a makeover, with new Carbon and Carbon Pro models available to buy now.
Voodoo say they bases their bikes’ design and specs on UK riders and the conditions they’re likely to encounter on the trails. The updated versions of this popular hardtail mountain bike remain at the affordable end of the market, though cost more than the standard alloy Bizangos and come with fancier components.
Both the Carbon and Carbon Pro feature the same lightweight carbon frame, and the geometry is unchanged from the previous Bizango release – that means a head angle of 66.5 degrees and a seat angle of 73 degrees. They also come with 120mm travel, Voodoo Alloy Flat pedals, and 2.35-inch tire clearance, an increase from their predecessor’s 2.25-inch clearance.
In many other departments, however, the pricier Carbon Pro comes with improved specs: you get a RockShox SID Select fork instead of the standard model’s RockShox Judy Silver TK, and a 12-speed Shimano Deore groupset in place of the Carbon’s 11-speed set-up. There’s also a weight advantage with the more expensive model – with the Carbon Pro tipping the scales at 12kg, compared to the Carbon’s 13kg.
Voodoo Bizango Carbon/Carbon Pro availability, pricing and specs
Pricing starts at £1,200 for the Voodoo Bizango Carbon, rising to £1,650 for the Bizango Carbon Pro. Both models come in four sizes – small, medium, large and extra large – and are available to buy now, exclusively from Halfords.
Voodoo Bizango Carbon
- Frame: Hi-Mod Carbon, Tapered steerer, Boost Rear – 148x12mm, PF30
- Fork: 120mm RockShox Judy Silver TK
- Bottom bracket: PF73
- Headset: Integrated 1 1/8"-1-1/2" tapered
- Cranks: Shimano Deore FC-M5100 – 30T – 170mm (S), 175mm (M, L, XL)
- Front derailleur: N/A
- Rear derailleur: Shimano Deore RD-5100-SGS, 11-speed
- Shifters: Shimano SL-M5100-R Deore, 11-speed
- Front brake: Shimano BR-MT410 Hydraulicisc, 180mm Rotor
- Rear brake: Shimano BR-MT410 Hydraulic, 160mm Rotor
- Cassette: Shimano Deore CS-M5100-11, 11-51 Tooth
- Chain: KMC X11
- Pedals: Voodoo Alloy Flat
- Handlebar: Voodoo Riser bar, 20mm rise, 31.8mm clamp x 740mm (S), 760mm (M), 780mm (L/XL)
- Tape/grips: Voodoo soft touch lock-on black
- Stem: Voodoo Alloy 45mm, 3 degree rise, 31.8mm clamp
- Seat post: Voodoo Alloy 31.6mm x 300mm (S), 350mm (M/L) 400mm (XL)
- Saddle: WTB Volt
- Wheelset: Voodoo Trail Boost – 30mm internal width
- Tyres: Maxxis Ardent Folding Tyres 29" x 2.25"
- Weight: 13kg
- Price: £1,200
Voodoo Bizango Carbon Pro
- Frame: Hi-Mod Carbon, Tapered steerer, Boost Rear – 148x12mm, PF30
- Fork: 120mm RockShox SID Select
- Bottom bracket: PF73
- Headset: Integrated 1 1/8"-1-1/2" tapered
- Cranks: Prowheel MPX – 32T – 170mm (S), 175mm (M, L, XL)
- Front derailleur: N/A
- Rear derailleur: Shimano Deore RD-M6100-SGS, 12-speed
- Shifters: Shimano SL-M6100-R, 12-speed - I-Spec EV
- Front brake: Shimano BR-M6100 Hydraulic, 180mm Rotor
- Rear brake: Shimano BR-M6100 Hydraulic, 180mm Rotor
- Cassette: Shimano Deore CS-M6100-12, 10-51 Tooth
- Chain: Shimano Deore CN-M6100, 12-speed
- Pedals: Voodoo Alloy Flat
- Handlebar: Voodoo Riser bar, 20mm rise, 31.8mm clamp – 740mm (S), 760mm (M), 780mm (L/XL)
- Tape/grips: Voodoo soft touch lock-on black
- Stem: Voodoo Alloy 45mm, 3 degree rise, 31.8mm clamp
- Seat post: Satori Dropper Post, 125mm drop, 31.6 x 430mm
- Saddle: WTB Volt
- Wheelset: Shimano MT410 Boost hubs with Voodoo Trail 30mm internal width rims
- Tyre front: Maxis Forecaster EXO TR 2.35”
- Tyre rear: Maxis Rekon EXO TR 2.25”
- Weight: 12kg
- Price: £1,650
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