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Evil

FollowingXX SL Flight Attendant

From$10,999

FrameFollowing LS FramesetRockShox SID Ultimate Fligh…

GroupsetSRAM XX SL Pod Controll…SRAM XX SL Eagle Transmis…

WheelsIndustry Nine Solix XC…WTB Ranger Light/Fast Rolli…

The third generation of the Evil Following remains a 120mm-travel 29er built for riders who want the efficiency of a short-travel platform without the fragile feel of a pure cross-country race bike. Built around Dave Weagle’s DELTA linkage, the V3 frame retains the aggressive, jump-happy character the model is known for while modernizing the chassis. Evil updated the frame with SuperBoost 157mm rear spacing to increase swingarm stiffness and maintain tire clearance alongside short chainstays. Current iterations, designated as Lightly Salted, also feature a universal derailleur hanger and fully guided internal cable routing. Positioned squarely in the aggressive trail category, the Following prioritizes structural rigidity and suspension performance over absolute weight savings, resulting in a stout chassis that encourages riders to push hard into technical descents and high-speed corners.

Evil Following

Build

Size

$10,999

02 / Specifications

Spec sheet.

Every component shipped with this build.

01Frameset

3 components

FrameFollowing LS Frameset

ForkRockShox SID Ultimate Flight Attendant

Rear shockRockShox SIDLuxe Ultimate Flight Attendant

02Drivetrain & brakes

10 components

Shift leversSRAM XX SL Pod Controller

Rear derailleurSRAM XX SL Eagle Transmission

CassetteSRAM XX SL Eagle Transmission Cassette, 10-52T

ChainSRAM XX SL AXS T-Type Chain

CranksetSRAM XX SL Eagle AXS Transmission Power Meter Crankset

Bottom bracketSRAM DUB 73mm BSA, 7.5mm Spacer Drive / 3mm Spacer Non-Drive

Front brakeSRAM Level Ultimate Stealth 4-Piston

Rear brakeSRAM Level Ultimate Stealth 4-Piston

Front rotorSRAM CenterLine X Rotor - 180mm

Rear rotorSRAM CenterLine X Rotor - 180mm

03Wheels & tires

4 components

Front wheelIndustry Nine Solix XC Carbon, 110x15mm

Rear wheelIndustry Nine Solix XC Carbon, 157x12mm

Front tireWTB Ranger Light/Fast Rolling TCS 29x2.25

Rear tireWTB Ranger Light/Fast Rolling TCS 29x2.25

04Cockpit & contact

5 components

StemENVE M6 Stem - 50mm

HandlebarsENVE M6 Handlebar - 780x31.8

SaddleWTB Silverado 265 Carbon

SeatpostSRAM Reverb AXS V2 125mm

Grips/TapeEvil Palmela Handerson lock-on

03 / Geometry

Geometry & fit.

4 sizes published.

Evil updated the V3 Following with a longer reach and a steeper seat tube angle, improving the rider's seated climbing posture compared to previous generations. The geometry is adjustable via a flip-chip in the linkage, offering Low and Extra Low settings. Rather than chasing the slackest possible front end, Evil opted for a moderate head tube angle, sitting around 66.9 degrees in the Low setting and 66.4 degrees in Extra Low. This is paired with a 51mm offset fork to keep the steering response quick and precise at lower speeds.

The rear center is notably compact, with chainstays measuring roughly 430mm across all frame sizes. This short rear end is a primary driver of the bike's maneuverability, making it easy to lift the front wheel or pivot through tight corners. The reach measurements are modern but not extreme, spanning from 440mm on the small to 500mm on the extra-large, providing a balanced standing position that centers the rider between the wheels without requiring an overly aggressive forward lean to maintain front tire grip.

Reach × Stack · size MEDIUMmm

Where the handlebar sits relative to the bottom bracket — the single most important fit pair.

01Fit geometry6 values

Stack604 mm

Reach460 mm

Top tube612 mm

Headtube length110 mm

Standover height664 mm

Seat tube length432 mm

02Component geometry3 values

Handlebar width780 mm

Stem length50 mm

Dropper travel125 mm

03Handling geometry4 values

Headtube angle66.6°

BB drop36 mm

Offset44 mm

Front center745 mm

Which size should I buy?

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5'8"173 cm

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Recommended sizeMEDIUMBased on stack, reach & ETT for your height · score 78/100.

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04 / Other builds

The lineup.

4 builds, ranging $6,199 – $10,999.

The Following is offered in four complete builds, all of which prioritize high-end suspension and wheelsets over entry-level price points. Every model features RockShox Ultimate-tier suspension, pairing a 120mm or 130mm Pike or SID fork with a Deluxe or SIDLuxe rear shock. Wheelsets are similarly premium across the board, utilizing Industry Nine hubs and rims, ranging from the Enduro S Hydra2 on the standard builds to Solix XC Carbon wheels on the top tier.

The lineup begins with the GX build, which utilizes a mechanical SRAM GX Eagle drivetrain and SRAM Code RSC brakes. The X0 build moves to SRAM’s wireless AXS Transmission for shifting under load, retaining the Code RSC brakes for consistent stopping power. The Eagle 90 build offers a slightly different flavor with a lighter SID fork and SRAM's XS-1275 Transmission. At the top of the range, the XX SL Flight Attendant build introduces automated suspension adjustment, a SRAM XX SL Transmission with an integrated power meter, and lighter SRAM Level Ultimate Stealth four-piston brakes, shifting the bike's character toward maximum pedaling efficiency.

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05 / Reviews

From the press.

7 reviews from the cycling press.

Reviewers consistently highlight the Following’s exceptional cornering and highly active suspension. The DELTA linkage is frequently praised for its dual-progressive nature, offering a supple initial stroke that transitions into a supportive mid-stroke and a predictable "bottomless ramp" (Singletracks) on larger impacts. This suspension kinematic, paired with a remarkably stiff carbon frame, creates a ride that isolates trail chatter effectively, with one tester describing the ability to smooth out rough terrain as a "magic carpet ride" (YouTube).

When pointed downhill, the bike rewards an active riding style. The stout chassis and short rear end allow riders to aggressively square off turns and easily "skid that around" (YouTube) in tight switchbacks. While the suspension provides excellent traction for technical climbing, testers note that the frame's robust construction makes it heavier than dedicated cross-country alternatives, meaning it accelerates with steady momentum rather than explosive speed.

At high speeds, the bike remains composed through rough sections, though opinions diverge slightly on absolute straight-line stability. Most reviewers found the handling precise and predictable, noting the frame's "laser-like accuracy" (Mountain Bike Rider) when threading tight lines. However, a few noted that the relatively steep head angle can feel slightly quick when pushing the bike to its absolute limits on fast, open descents.