The new Orbea Laufey dropped last week, refining the original offering a low-slung capable hardtail hero. Orbea say that riding a hardtail is a choice, not a compromise. We agree, there is nothing better for developing your technique and ability to spot a line then riding a hardtail. Its also the natural winter bike choice for the committed mountain biker, keeping things simple, minimising your maintenance, and getting the most out of conditions.
For 2024 the Laufey has been updated bringing in frame storage, internal cable routing, big tyre clearance and stable, confidence inspiring geometry. Add that to Orbea’s Lifetime warranty and a choice of colours and models and we have a winning formula.
Get in touch for delivery and price information. Here’s Orbea’s full press release and some images to wet your whistle:
ORBEA INTRODUCES THE NEW LAUFEY: A HARDTAIL
TO SQUEEZE EVERY LAST DROP OF FUN OUT OF THE
TRAILS
The new Laufey is ready to have a great time thanks to its new geometry, 140mm fork
and that magic feel of a smart and durable frame design.
Riding a hardtail is a choice, not a compromise, and if you choose Laufey, you are choosing
to squeeze every last drop of fun from every ride.
With its new “Ready to Rock” geometry, long travel fork and simple but smart frame design,
Laufey is ready for any terrain. And it will be with you for a lifetime.
It could be your first bike or one more in your collection. For XC or for jumping on local trails.
Designed to be squeezed on every descent and handle everything you ask of it, it also
inspires confidence in those just getting into MTB.
What makes new Laufey unique?
● Big forks
The long travel 140mm fork matches Laufey’s fun loving nature, letting you push hard even
when things get rough.
● Steep n Deep
Thanks to the uninterrupted, short and straight seat tube Laufey has space for fully inserting
long travel dropper posts on all sizes. Drop your saddle right out of the way on the descents,
giving more space to your body and more control. Long travel droppers are the only way!
● Ready to rock geometry
Don’t feel you have to hold back just because you are on a hardtail, Laufey is ready for any
trouble you want to seek out. Laufey’s confident geometry lets you have fun on trails where
other riders only venture with their fully. Laufey is available in four sizes, from S to XL.
● Low Slung
The sloping top tube works with Steep and Deep, giving loads of space to maximize Laufey’s
playfulness.
● That Magic Feel
Laufey’s magic handling and composure when things get gnarly comes from the perfect
blend of stiffness and compliance. The Powerspine adds stiffness where it is needed, in the
downtube and headtube, while the rear triangle and toptube help reduce vibrations and take
the sting out of big impacts.
These are details you only notice when you push that little bit too hard and wonder how you
got away with it.
● Internal cables
The internal cable routing guides cables through the downtube and stays to ensure no
rubbing or rattling.
● Chainguide Ready
The ISCG01 mount allows secure mounting of Laufey’s chainguide.
● LOCKR: Everything You Need, Right At Hand
When it is time to shred Laufey is ready. Lockr is our downtube cargo bay, with two sealed
bags and enough space for all the essential tools and water you need for shorter rides or
enduro races. Use it to hold tools, or you can decide to fill it with energy gels.
● Burly Tire Clearance
Laufey’s carefully shaped chainstays offer plenty of clearance for 2.6″ tires.
● Lifetime Warranty
Laufey is a bombproof hardtail built to survive any trail. The design is complemented by
Orbea’s lifetime warranty to keep this hardtail with you for the long haul.
A family with three models and colors
The new Laufey debuts three new colors available in the three models that complete the
family. They are the Tanzanite – Blue Stone, Blue Stone – Spicy Lime and Metallic Olive
Green-Titanium Black.
