25th Anniversary Yeti 575, $2,999 (frame kit)
Yeti overhauled its 575 trail bike for its 25th anniversary. Besides the retro yellow-turquoise paint job, Yeti modified the 5.75-inch rear-travel frame so that it could accommodate longer-travel forks while not changing the overall nimble feel and ride of the bike. Yeti opted for beefier chainstays, which have slightly increased the weight of the frame to over seven pounds. The main pivot area is stiffer, with more clearance, but these changes mean riders need a direct mount for the front derailleur. The frame updates aren't limited to the anniversary edition; the changes have been made across the entire 575 line. (www.bicycling.com)
