Looking for a bike that will go uphill, as well as it goes downhill, and tackles cross country trails with “zest” and energy? Then look no further than the Lapierre Zesty 314 FS mountain bike.

Thanks to the patented OST rear suspension platform, offering a full 140mm of travel, the new Lapierre Zesty 314 can do all things, everywhere.

This is a bike that is super-light, super-versatile and super-efficient and offers great riding anywhere.

The Lapierre has fast become the favourite pick for top mountain bikers and keen off-roaders, and this latest 314 version won’t disappoint. Lapierre have cleverly redesigned the Zesty range, including the pricier and slightly higher-tech Lapierre Zesty 514, to offer a new tapered headtube for added stiffness during the ride, and therefore better rideability.

The 314 come with a frame made from a nice ’n’ light 7005 SL alloy. Front and rear shocks are comfort-leading FOX, while top-class Shimano add smoothness and reliability to the front and back derailleur and chainset.

This version of the Zesty has Fulcrum Red wheel rims and Lapierre’s own-make stem and pro-light seatpost. The saddle is a Fizik, and for anyone who has ridden one of these they’ll know that they offer oodles of comfort for men, and mostly for women, too.

Oh, and this bike just looks so uber-cool. Silver, with black detailing, will mean that you and your Lapierre Zesty 514 314 are the envy of all the guys on the trails (even if they try not to bat an eyelid!).

If you’re looking for a full suspension mountain bike that makes a molehill out of mountains and takes the rough with the smooth on all off-road terrains, choose the Lapierre Zesty 314.

Lapierre ZESTY 514 FS Womens Mountain Bike

Some mountain bikes are great on the uphill, others are superb on the downhill, and there are those that give their best ride on flatter cross-country routes. But now there’s the Lapierre Zesty 514, which will take you anywhere and everywhere in fantastic style.

It’s thanks to the patented OST rear suspension platform, offering a full 140mm of travel, that this new Lapierre Zesty can do all things with, aherm, tons of zest. Ascents, descents and a wide range of undulating terrain in between are no problem for the new-style “do it all” bike.

A glance at the price tag of £2799.00 reveals that this isn’t the cheapest of full suspension mountain bikes but with a wealth of cracking features and components you’ll be riding this bike with a smile on your face for many years to come.

So what else has the Lapierre Zesty got to offer? The frame comes in a choice of full carbon or 7005 SL alloy, with a new tapered headtube, which adds up to a bike that is stiff in all the right ways. Thankfully the acclaimed French bike designers have not compromised on weight and this men’s bike weighs in at a super light 12.2kg.

Lapierre, we’re swooning in admiration at this lightweight yet strong combo.

Front and rear shocks are comfort-leading FOX, while top-rated Shimano add smoothness and joy to the front and back derailleur, chainset, gears and wheel rims. This is the sort of top-notch spec that many of the pro riders would be looking for so you can be sure it’s perfect for you.

Lapierre have gone for their own trusted stem and handlebars and according to those in the know, the French bike makers only utilise the best a bike can get.

And, if looks matter to you (of course they do!) then the Lapierre Zesty 514 scores around 10 out of 10. White, silver and gold combine in a sleek and gorgeous design that will be sure to catch the eyes of anyone who sees you out on the trails.

If you’re looking for a full suspension mountain bike that makes a molehill out of mountains and a bobsleigh ride out of off-road terrain it’s got to be the Lapierre Zesty 514.

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