Lapierre Prorace 4.9 (2025): Performance and agility for cross-country trails
The Lapierre Prorace 4.9 is designed for riders seeking a reliable and high-performance hardtail mountain bike for fast trail riding and first cross-country (XC) race experiences. This 2025 model combines a lightweight and durable aluminum frame, quality components, and modern geometry optimized to offer speed and control on gravel roads as well as more technical trails.
Advanced aluminum frame and controlled suspension
The Prorace 4.9 frame is made from Lapierre's high-quality Supreme 5 aluminum alloy, offering an excellent combination of lightness and stiffness. The frame utilizes Lapierre's patented 3D Tubular technology in the seat tube area, which improves rear triangle stiffness and the bike's overall responsiveness, giving you an advantage in both accelerations and technical climbs. Boost-standard thru-axles further increase frame and wheel stiffness.
The front suspension is handled by a RockShox Judy Gold RL air fork with 100 mm travel and remote lockout. The Judy Gold offers sensitive and controlled damping over roots and rocks, while the handlebar-controlled remote lockout allows locking the suspension for efficient pedaling on smoother sections and climbs.
Reliable SRAM Eagle 1x12 drivetrain
The drivetrain is implemented with the SRAM NX/SX Eagle 1x12 groupset, known for its wide gear range and reliable performance in off-road conditions. The 32-tooth front chainring combined with an 11-50 tooth cassette provides suitable gearing for steep climbs and fast sections alike. The single front chainring system is simple and lightweight, reducing maintenance needs and improving chain retention.
Reliable brakes and durable wheels
Stopping power is handled by Shimano MT401 hydraulic disc brakes, with a 180 mm rotor in front and 160 mm in the rear. These brakes provide consistent and reliable braking performance in all weather conditions. The bike features Rodi Tryp25 rims attached to Shimano TC500 hubs. Maxxis Rekon Race EXO TR 29x2.35 tires offer an excellent combination of speed, grip, and durability on varied terrains, and they are also tubeless compatible.
Refined details
The Lapierre Prorace 4.9 is equipped with a high-quality Lapierre proprietary cockpit (720mm wide handlebar) and Lapierre XC saddle, which complete the riding comfort. A nice addition to the bike's equipment is an integrated thru-axle bottle opener tool.
If you're looking for a reliable, fast, and versatile hardtail mountain bike that's ready for training, fast trail riding, and XC race start lines alike, the Lapierre Prorace 4.9 is an excellent choice.